Marriage Poll

nykola · January 2011

How long have you been married?
How old were you and DH when you got married?
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected?
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal?
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH?
Who manages most of the finances?
Who is more outgoing?
Who is more handy?
Who is more tech-savvy?
Who is more fashionable?
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed?
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you?
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be?
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple?
What's your highest high as a couple?
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with?

jcyahne · January 2011

How long have you been married? 12 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 20
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Honestly it is pretty much what I expected. I've always been a pretty realistic sort of gal.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me. Definitely me.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me
Who manages most of the finances? Me
Who is more outgoing? It depends on the situation. I'm more of an extrovert at work but I never can muster up the time to invest in friendships. Most of the friends we have are because of him.
Who is more handy? Him. He can figure anything out. He's amazing.
Who is more tech-savvy? Him.
Who is more fashionable? Me. Unless you consider dirty jeans and Harley Davidson t-shirts the height of fashion.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Marriage isn't a fairy tail. Some days you'll love each other and some days will be harder.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'd say that I'm the latter, but I wouldn't really call DH easy going.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? He'd start picking up after himself
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? I think that having Jillian was tough. It was great, but the sleep deprivation makes me very pissy.
What's your highest high as a couple? It is hard to point at one thing. Buying our first house. Getting pregnant. Having kids.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I don't know about compatibility, but I'll take Colin Firth.

dmoreilly · January 2011

How long have you been married? 6 years
How old were you and DH when you got married?33
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Exactly as I expected
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal?
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? I am
Who manages most of the finances? We split our finances and our bank accounts are separate ? we only share the mortgage payment
Who is more outgoing? He is
Who is more handy? Toss-up
Who is more tech-savvy? He is ? I married an IT guy
Who is more fashionable? Toss-up
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Learn how to talk to each other ? be open about as much as you can
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I am more high-strung and stressed out, he is much more easy going
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Not to be so easygoing ? having a plan is sometimes a good thing!
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Infertility
What's your highest high as a couple? Seeing our baby?s heartbeat (after 4 years of trying and finally being successful through IVF) ? then of course the birth of baby girl
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Paul Newman

Zista · January 2011

How long have you been married?
-1.5 years
How old were you and DH when you got married?
-me: 34, him: 33
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected?
-Harder. And I expected hard... but probably heavily influenced by getting pregnant so soon after marriage and then having a child. So maybe it's parenthood that is harder than expected.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal?
-Me!
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH?
-Me!
Who manages most of the finances?
-50/50. DH does day-to-day paying of bills, taxes, etc. I do investment scenario analysis and planning. We make all investment decisions together.
Who is more outgoing?
-DH!
Who is more handy?
-Me x 100
Who is more tech-savvy?
-DH x100
Who is more fashionable?
-DH
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed?
-Make an effort to find time to be romantic. Life will get in the way faster than you know it.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you?
-The demanding one
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be?
- Just one?! I'd like him to initiate romantic times/cuddling/stella time more often
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple?
- All the fear surrounding Isaac's illness and resulting stress on our marriage
What's your highest high as a couple?
-Definitely Isaac's birth
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with?
-Gah, thank god he exists, because I have no idea! I'm pretty sure all the ones I find sexy are complete a$$es.

HayHay · January 2011

How long have you been married? Married for four, together for eight.
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 23, he was 33.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? There have definitely been harder times that I never expected I would have to deal with. I'm also surprised at how much I've been able to handle without breaking, and how much I've been able to forgive. I'm usually not very forgiving or compassionate.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Depends whose party it is, but probably DH.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH for sure. He's Martha freaking Stewart with this house.
Who manages most of the finances? I do. All of them.
Who is more outgoing? Me, definitely.
Who is more handy? DH. He surprises me all the time with what he knows how to do. Couple weeks ago, he knew I wanted to switch the downspouts to rain chains (they're so pretty AND practical!), and he went to McLendon's and got the stuff to make his own. I was like, Uhh, they're right here on Amazon, too...
Who is more tech-savvy? Me, definitely.
Who is more fashionable? Me. But he has his own style that is nice, too.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? When you're going through a rough time down the road, just remember in your head that this is what people are talking about when they say "Hey, nobody ever said marriage was easy." Also, choose your battles and your words carefully. It's just not worth it sometimes.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We're both high maintenance about different things. Neither of us are laid back enough, I don't think.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I would abolish any insecurities he has.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Most of you know already. Let's not relive it.
What's your highest high as a couple? Honestly, coming back from last summer and working together to build trust and experience success, and remember why we got married and how much we love each other has been incredible.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Well, I don't know about long term compatibility, but I'd shag Ryan Reynolds all day every day if I was allowed.

heather318 · January 2011

How long have you been married? - 19 months
How old were you and DH when you got married? - both 23
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? - much harder since having Jake.. before it wasn't so bad
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? - both of us.. we're better at being homebodies
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? - me for sure. DH would never clean if it were up to him
Who manages most of the finances? - me. DH never pays bills or even looks at our bank account
Who is more outgoing? - probably DH
Who is more handy? - definitely DH. I love that he's so handy!
Who is more tech-savvy? - definitely DH. but I'm not completely useless
Who is more fashionable? - me. DH is a t-shirt and shorts/jeans kind of guy
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? - communicate. don't ASSUME that your spouse knew you wanted something done or that they know what they did wrong if you don't talk to them
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? - definitely anal and demanding
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? - his laziness. I wish he would do things on his own without me having to ask so often
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? - communicating.. we're both stubborn and like to get our way..
What's your highest high as a couple? - having Jake come into our lives
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? - thats a hard one.. can't think of anyone

cwhip77 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years.
How old were you and DH when you got married? Oh god, math. Me 27, him 29 I think.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier. We get along really well.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me. He kind of goes with the flow.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? I guess me, although we're pretty close.
Who manages most of the finances? Me.
Who is more outgoing? ME!
Who is more handy? HIM!
Who is more tech-savvy? That's a toss-up. Depends on what kind of technology too.
Who is more fashionable? Me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Choose your battles.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'd be the LATTER!
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I'd give him more resolve to follow through on things.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? I guess finances, nothing really major.
What's your highest high as a couple? Our baby girl!
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I don't even know if he's married, and if I could get him without the baggage, I'd go with Robert Downey Jr. Super sexy and he's funny!

preston18 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years next month!
How old were you and DH when you got married? 31
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? easier
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? me. the man can talk.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? me
Who manages most of the finances? me
Who is more outgoing? equal
Who is more handy? him
Who is more tech-savvy? him
Who is more fashionable? Me. Which is very sad.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Forsaking all others doesn?t just mean no sex. It means your spouse comes first. Before your mom, before your friends, before your job.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I?m quite demanding
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I?d give him the ability the see dust bunnies on the floor, grease spots on the stove, etc.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Different ways of handling and prioritizing money
What's your highest high as a couple? Bringing Nathan home
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I don?t know but someone at least two inches taller than DH.

Bri&Shane_3/8/08 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 3 years in March
How old were you and DH when you got married? Both 28
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Harder at first, easier now.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me - always me. I have a really hard time staying up past 10pm.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? ME - but DH is getting a lot better
Who manages most of the finances? I manage all of our finances
Who is more outgoing? I think we are equal here
Who is more handy? Sadly, me.
Who is more tech-savvy? Probably DH - but we are pretty equal.
Who is more fashionable? DH - he always looks good.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Pick your battles
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We are pretty equal here, but if I had to choose, I am the high strung one in our relationship.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? A month ago I would have said that he helped out around the house more.....but lately, he's been stepping up. Now? I wish he would be as romantic as he was when we were dating. He's lost that loving feeling.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Both losing our jobs a month after buying a house and finding out we were pregnant. That was the hardest time for us - and we made it.
What's your highest high as a couple? The day our son was born.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Shemar Moore - only because he is HOT! Don't know about compatibility....

MrsKatie · January 2011

How long have you been married? Just about 2 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 25
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me, for sure!
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? He is tidy, but not clean, so I woudl say me.
Who manages most of the finances? He handles all finances, I'm horrible with money.
Who is more outgoing? Definitely him.
Who is more handy? I take care of most inside stuff, while he does outside stuff.
Who is more tech-savvy? It depends on what we are using!
Who is more fashionable? He definitely is.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Don't sweat the small stuff and when you think you can't stand to be next to him, don't go sleep in the other room and never go to bed angry. I'd rather wake up tired from working it out than angry.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm high maintenance...
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? He's too nice, as in, he can't say no. It is very frustrating when he tells people yes to things and doesn't confer with me.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? My H fractured his C1 (neck) when we first met. It was the scariest moment either one of us has faced.
What's your highest high as a couple? Completely paying off all of our debt, paying for our own wedding and honeymoon and buying a house. It is such a great feeling to not have financial strain. We both grew up where money was always a worry and we're excited that our kids (hopefully) won't have the same stress we did.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Jake Gyllenhal (sp?)

CinemaGoddess · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years.
How old were you and DH when you got married? Me: 28, DH: 30
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Exactly as I expected. We haven't really had any marriage related issues that we didn't have when we were just living together.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me. I usually say, "I'm leaving in 5 minutes. Be at the car or you're staying here tonight."
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH, for sure.
Who manages most of the finances? Me.
Who is more outgoing? DH.
Who is more handy? Me.
Who is more tech-savvy? DH.
Who is more fashionable?Me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Compromise.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? It depends on the situation. When it comes to the housework, the housing market, the future, the high strung one is DH. When it comes to being on time, making sure we have enough food in the house, and making sure each of us get our "me" time during the week, it's me.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? To have him actually listen to you and not interrupt with his own thoughts when you pause to take a breath, thinking that it indicates that you're done with your thought, even if you were obviously in the middle of a sentence.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Dealing with me being a morning person and DH being a night owl.
What's your highest high as a couple? Realizing we can take care of the girls by ourselves with little to no help from others.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? See sig pic.

Vonita · January 2011

How long have you been married? 7 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 22 (DH) and 23 (me)
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? It's about what I expected now, easier at first, then harder for a while but we've found our sea legs.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? His family it's me, for my family it's him w/ friends - whoever gets tired first
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me
Who manages most of the finances? DH now but we switch every few months.
Who is more outgoing? Me
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? DH since he started working in IT.
Who is more fashionable? Me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Marriage is a give and take and sometimes it's hard work.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? DH is easy going; I'm definitely the more demanding one.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? He'd be able to read my mind when I'm sleep deprived
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Becoming parents (when to TTC and the adjustments)
What's your highest high as a couple? BE (before Emily) - deciding to buy a house. AE (after Emily) When I was hospitalized during pregnancy for a heart problem - from that point on it really hit home that we were going to be a team.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I honestly can't think of anyone I'd rather be with, celebrity or not.

MrsH_08 · January 2011

How long have you been married? About 2 yrs 3 mos.
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 37, DH was 38.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? About the same.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Definitely me.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Definitely me!
Who manages most of the finances? Mostly DH.
Who is more outgoing? It depends on the social circle, but probably me, in general.
Who is more handy? DH, but I try.
Who is more tech-savvy? DH, but again, I try.
Who is more fashionable? Me (though it's not very important to either of us).
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? If you've lived together already, marriage isn't much different. For us, the biggest change was combining our finances (something we didn't do living together).
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? The latter. :-) I do consider myself laid back, but not compared to DH.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Remove the urge to save and store items that are truly not important or sentimental. He saves stuff out of laziness to make a decision.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Infertility (for now, anyway).
What's your highest high as a couple? Getting and staying pregnant, while making big strides in paying off our IF treatments... all while I was unemployed.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I'm not big into celebrities and I can never think of anyone when asked something. Maybe Jon Favreau or Vince Vaughn? They have to be bigger guys and they have to be funny.

MSTie24 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 2 years this JuneHow old were you and DH when you got married? Just turned 29, DH was almost 25. I am a cradle robber.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? About the same, it has it's ups and downs.You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Him for sure- this is assuming I can even drag him to a party. Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Similar- neither super neat nor totally messy.Who manages most of the finances? I generally pay the bills.Who is more outgoing? Me, hands down.Who is more handy? DH. He loves working in his shop building things and fixing stuff.Who is more tech-savvy? DH again, he's really good with computers and electronice.Who is more fashionable? Me, although lately my "style" is mostly nursing tops and jeans.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Don't go to bed mad, always say I love you.I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I am probably more the high maintenance type but only because he's ultra relaxed.If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Better follow-through on projects/tasks.Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Parenting differences, we're still working on them but things are better.What's your highest high as a couple? Our baby girl. Nothing can even touch becoming parents.Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Jason Segel, he cracks me up and seems very fun and down to earth.

MsGirl1 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 6 yearsHow old were you and DH when you got married? 27 & 26
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? HarderYou're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Back in the day it was him, these days definitely me.Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? MeWho manages most of the finances? DH manages all of itWho is more outgoing? HimWho is more handy? MeWho is more tech-savvy? DHWho is more fashionable? Probably him, lol. My wardrobe has gone downhill since becoming a mom!
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Spend time with each other before having kids.I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? He is definitely more easy goingIf you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? That he would pick up after himself and not be such a clutter bug.Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Infertility. Having twins. Moving out of state and not having much of a support system.What's your highest high as a couple? Having our babies!Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Vince Vaughn-because he is hilarious

mwhite5283 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years in July
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 35 and he was 40
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Both. I was married before so it's easier in some respects but I learned so much from that experience and being single again but marrying someone who had never been married, it has had it's difficult times. We are both very Type A people, now with a Type A kid. Lots of ego in our house.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Definitely Me. Now if only he would act on the signal.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me for the most part.
Who manages most of the finances? I do.
Who is more outgoing? I would say both but in a non-work/friend environment, I treasure my silence. He has to talk to everyone, wherever we are.
Who is more handy? Me
Who is more tech-savvy? me but he likes his gadgets. I can fix what he breaks on them though.
Who is more fashionable?Me (but slacking lately)
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Keep your arguments in private, not public. Count to 10 before you say anything in haste - it will usually go away before you say something you will regret.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? He's easy going and I'm all of the rest of those qualities.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? To look around the house and do things as I notice them needing to be done, not to be told to do them. Or to realize when I'm stressed, 'hovering' does not make it better. I need time and space.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Infertility. It will make you or break you as a couple.
What's your highest high as a couple? Producing and raising G.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Ryan Reynolds for actor. Payton Manning for sports. Different reasons.

pinktulips · January 2011

How long have you been married? 3.5 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 32
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Better then expected
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Hrm. We both have our bad habits. I would say he is more clueless.
Who manages most of the finances? DH
Who is more outgoing? DH
Who is more handy? Me
Who is more tech-savvy? DH
Who is more fashionable? Me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Breathe
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? Again, we both have our weaknesses here.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His sense of time/priorities.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Money related issues
What's your highest high as a couple? The birth of our second child
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Chris O'Donnell

HayHay · January 2011

MissLauraQ:

What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Don't think that the person you are marrying forever is the forever person. They are going to change as we all do and become someone utterly different at some point in your life - so many times in your marriage you will need to RELEARN how to love them.

This is so brilliant. Completely agree!

dawnies79 · January 2011

How long have you been married? (almost) 1 year
How old were you and DH when you got married? 30 and 31
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? What I expected...so far
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH is more tidy. We are both clean.
Who manages most of the finances? Me
Who is more outgoing? We are pretty equal in that department
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? DH. I used to be back when he was in construction but now he is getting a degree in Computer Info Services.
Who is more fashionable? Me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? I am a newlywed so I'm not sure
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I am definitely the more high strung. DH is pretty laid back.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? He complains about every ache and pain like he's a 90 year old!
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? DH being out of work for a long period if time. Because it causes financial stress, it can cause stress on the relationship but we did great getting through it.
What's your highest high as a couple? Our wedding
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I have no idea? Maybe Phil from Modern Family because he is goofy and laid back like my DH.

mishquiche · January 2011

How long have you been married? Almost 2.5 years.
How old were you and DH when you got married? Both 27.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier than expected.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Me.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me all the way.
Who manages most of the finances? Me.
Who is more outgoing? Him.
Who is more handy? Depends, but usually him.
Who is more tech-savvy? Him.
Who is more fashionable? Neither of us really, but if I had to pick me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Say "I love you" every day and never go to bed angry.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I would be the latter, for sure!
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I would make him less forgetful.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? His family - and we're still working on it.
What's your highest high as a couple? Having B.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Ryan Reynolds.

Alli923 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 4 1/2 yearsHow old were you and DH when you got married? 24
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? I'd say both. Sometimes it is easier, sometimes it is harder. Just depends on what is going on.You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH does more than I do.Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me.Who manages most of the finances? I manage the paying of the bills, but we are equal partners in the budgeting.Who is more outgoing? We're about the same.Who is more handy? He is.Who is more tech-savvy? He is.Who is more fashionable? I am.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Marriage is work, hard, hard work. Don't think that you can sign the marriage license and then sail through. And, everyday isn't an exciting, romantic love-fest. Sometimes, you're just boring old people, and that's ok!I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm the high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person.If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? He'd be tidier/neater.Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? We nearly broke up around the 4-year dating mark. He couldn't figure out what he wanted to be when he grew up, and I was getting impatient waiting for him to stop being a loser. Needless to say, he got his sh!t together and has an awesome career now!What's your highest high as a couple? Our daughter.Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Hmmm, I love Taye Diggs.

iheartstuart · January 2011

How long have you been married? 4 and a half years.
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 26 and DH was 25
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? It's pretty much what I expected.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH is, unless it is a party relating to my IL's. Then I'm giving the signal.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? He used to be but I am now.
Who manages most of the finances? Definitely DH
Who is more outgoing? I am.
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? Me
Who is more fashionable? Definitely me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Pick your battles.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm probably the high maintenance one
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His attachment to his family, despite everything they have done.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? My IL's
What's your highest high as a couple? Either our wedding or the birth of our kids.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Vince Vaughn, Bradley Cooper, Ben Stiller, Ryan Reynolds, Christian Bale (minus the beard) Nick Lachey. I'm pretty open.

ChubbyCheekiesMom · January 2011

How long have you been married? just over 8 years. Together 13 this year
How old were you and DH when you got married? 20 and he was 23
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? It's what I expected. Harder at times, but overall worth the work!
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH. He's boarder line anti-social
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? At this point me, but if you asked DH he'd say he is!
Who manages most of the finances? me 100%
Who is more handy? That's a toss up too, H isn't that handy but at least he knows it. His Dad didn't teach him ANYTHING about being handy.
Who is more tech-savvy? Him
Who is more fashionable? Me. But he is getting there thanks to me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Fighting is part of a good relationship, it's ok to do it. Just don't go to bed angry. Learn to accept their faults and don't try to change them.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? Me I guess, but I think we both are pretty easy going. Except when it comes to parenting, I'm the demanding one.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His anger out burst issues. Man needs to grow some patience!
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? 2010. nuff said. Before marriage the 4 years of long distance dating while he was a US Marine.
What's your highest high as a couple? Becoming Parents, everything seems trivial compared to that to us.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Deirks Bently. (Country Singer).

breebree13 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 2 1/2 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 29 & 30
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? I didn't really have any expectations but I will say there have been some challenges but nothing major
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? The Hubs...he haaates parties
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me...I've been known to organize dirty laundry
Who manages most of the finances? Me
Who is more outgoing? Me
Who is more handy? I'd say we are equal on this one
Who is more tech-savvy? The Hubs
Who is more fashionable? Me but I'm not very fashionable so not by much
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? He will never put all his dirty clothes in the laundry basket!
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I don't think I'm very high strung but my Hubs is so easy going anybody would be considered high strung
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I would want him to speak up when something is bothering him or someone is screwing him over
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? It's an ongoing challenge but raising the kids with only me being the one who does diaper changes, baths and dressings.
What's your highest high as a couple? Having 2 happy & healthy babies
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I like that Old Spice guy...:)

ttgcole · January 2011

How long have you been married? just over 2 years

How old were you and DH when you got married? 32 DH 33 Me

Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? way harder

You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? me

Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? me except for the kitchen because that's his domain

Who manages most of the finances? DH

Who is more outgoing? DH

Who is more handy? DH

Who is more tech-savvy? me

Who is more fashionable? me, DH doesn't even know what that word means

What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Make sure you are on the same parenting page

I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We are both high maintenance, he is more demanding

If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? everything is black and white with him, drives me batty

Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? marriage after baby

What's your highest high as a couple? our son

Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Bono

tfarabians · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years in april
How old were you and DH when you got married?31
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? about what I expected, my parents were great roll models in that area
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? depends if we are out with dh's friends or mine lol
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me for sure
Who manages most of the finances?Me
Who is more outgoing? Me
Who is more handy? Dh can fix anything!
Who is more tech-savvy?lol dh for sure
Who is more fashionable?definately me but I dress my boys well, they are sort of my living ken dolls : )
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? go on as many trips as you can before you have kids
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm the high maintenance one
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? That he be a bit more outgoing
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? His family
What's your highest high as a couple? the birth of our babies, especially the past 2 weeks we have been in sync as a couple and really working well together
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with?
Brad Pitt, hot man who loves kids and doesn't mind daddy duty!

BriAndSean · January 2011

How long have you been married? We're in our 5th year of marriage
How old were you and DH when you got married? me-22 him-23
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Mostly what I expected
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? What kind of party is it? Probably me, but it depends on who is at the party
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Definitely me. No question.
Who manages most of the finances? Also me.
Who is more outgoing? Usually DH
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? I am
Who is more fashionable? He is
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Marriage doesn't just work... you have to work at it.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? It depends on the area. We're each laid back about some things and high strung about others. We balance each other out
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I'd make him a better listener.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Wow. That's a tough question. We've had a lot of challenges... death/attempted suicide of close family members, his parent's divorce, moving, change in jobs, becoming parents together, balancing both working FT with being FT students and parents, having a miscarriage... I don't know. Just life I guess.
What's your highest high as a couple? The birth of our daughter. Becoming parents for the first time was the best day of our lives.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I don't keep up with celebrities... do any normal(ish) guys exist in Hollywood these days? I'd do well with someone strong, yet gentle and very faithful.

~Lynchie~ · January 2011

How long have you been married? almost 3 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? me 24 dh 25
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? I expected it to be easy, it is easy, so exactly how I expected it to be
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? It depends on whos party.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? dh
Who manages most of the finances? dh
Who is more outgoing? me
Who is more handy? dh
Who is more tech-savvy? dh - I cant even figure out Itunes =/
Who is more fashionable? me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Pick your battles
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I am probably more high maintenance, but we are both pretty easy going.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? um... I wish he would be LESS defensive, he has a tendency to overreact when I say something and it comes out wrong.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? I actually dont think we've had any big challenges.. wait, him being unemployed for a while was pretty challenging.
What's your highest high as a couple? The last 2 years raising Holden.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with?
Matt Damon

iHeartHimMore · January 2011

How long have you been married? Almost 4 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 28
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Harder actually. Though I suspect that owning a business and having a baby have played a substantial role in that.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? I'd say that's pretty equal - depending on whose friends we're with probably.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Well, neither of us are neat freaks by any means, but I do clean a lot more than he does.
Who manages most of the finances? Me.
Who is more outgoing? Pretty even - we're both social butterflies.
Who is more handy? Definitely him
Who is more tech-savvy? Definitely him
Who is more fashionable? Definitely me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Stay involved in your own activities and relationships. It's really important to maintain your sense of self if you're going to be the best partner you can be.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? Well, I suppose we each have our moments, but we're both actually pretty easy going and low-maintenance.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I have to pick one? I'd say follow through. The man talks a big game about things he's going to do around the house and they rarely get done. So annoying.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Surviving with a less than thriving business and having to work side by side pretty much every day of our lives. It's tough when you don't really get time away from each other.
What's your highest high as a couple? Definitely welcoming Lila into our lives. But making our dreams of bar ownership a reality ranks pretty high too.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Jake Gyllenhaal. Because he's yummmmmy. I don't really know anything about his character, but I haven't heard anything awful. He's so pretty that I almost don't care.

sparkelz · January 2011

How long have you been married? 3 years 7 months
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 24 and Dh was 27.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Depends on who?s party it is; generally DH is ready to go before me but if we are at a friend?s house I don?t really care for I am the one saying let?s go.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Usually me; we have different ideas of clean. I can?t stand clutter or piles, everything needs to be put away in its place and DH thinks that as long as it looks ?neat? it is ok for stuff to be out of place.
Who manages most of the finances? I do all of the finances and brief him on stuff as needed.
Who is more outgoing? Me!
Who is more handy? Definitely DH.
Who is more tech-savvy? We are both about equal in this area.
Who is more fashionable? I am, DH is trying to be more fashionable but he generally lives in a white t-shirt and blue jeans.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Enjoy your time together before adding kids to the mix.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We go back and forth on this; generally DH is laid back and I am high strung. However DH stresses out about things a lot more then I do; I live by the idea that if I can?t change it I have no reason to stress about it, DH can?t do this. Dh generally has no sense of urgency and thinks things will get done when they do and I am impatient and want deadlines and progress.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His ability to stand up to his parents and family; I feel like they say jump and he says how high. They really take advantage of him and when he dose stand up to them they guilt trip him so that he give in. It drives me nuts and makes me really resent them.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Me losing my grandmother and grandfather over a 7 month period. I was very close to and cared for both of them so their deaths hit me hard. I have lost a lot of people that I am close to and I do not handle death well, DH really hasn?t lost anyone that he is close to so he can?t relate and this was really hard.
What's your highest high as a couple? This pregnancy! DH generally isn?t overly involved in anything; with this pregnancy he has shocked me by his involvement. He defiantly if?s the most involved husband but he has been much better than I thought he would be.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I have no idea...

sparkelz · January 2011

How long have you been married? 3 years 7 months
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 24 and Dh was 27.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Depends on who?s party it is; generally DH is ready to go before me but if we are at a friend?s house I don?t really care for I am the one saying let?s go.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Usually me; we have different ideas of clean. I can?t stand clutter or piles, everything needs to be put away in its place and DH thinks that as long as it looks ?neat? it is ok for stuff to be out of place.
Who manages most of the finances? I do all of the finances and brief him on stuff as needed.
Who is more outgoing? Me!
Who is more handy? Definitely DH.
Who is more tech-savvy? We are both about equal in this area.
Who is more fashionable? I am, DH is trying to be more fashionable but he generally lives in a white t-shirt and blue jeans.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Enjoy your time together before adding kids to the mix.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We go back and forth on this; generally DH is laid back and I am high strung. However DH stresses out about things a lot more then I do; I live by the idea that if I can?t change it I have no reason to stress about it, DH can?t do this. Dh generally has no sense of urgency and thinks things will get done when they do and I am impatient and want deadlines and progress.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His ability to stand up to his parents and family; I feel like they say jump and he says how high. They really take advantage of him and when he dose stand up to them they guilt trip him so that he give in. It drives me nuts and makes me really resent them.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Me losing my grandmother and grandfather over a 7 month period. I was very close to and cared for both of them so their deaths hit me hard. I have lost a lot of people that I am close to and I do not handle death well, DH really hasn?t lost anyone that he is close to so he can?t relate and this was really hard.
What's your highest high as a couple? This pregnancy! DH generally isn?t overly involved in anything; with this pregnancy he has shocked me by his involvement. He defiantly if?s the most involved husband but he has been much better than I thought he would be.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I have no idea...

LuvBug12683 · January 2011

How long have you been married? almost 7 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 20
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? it's pretty close to what I expected
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH
Who manages most of the finances? 50/50
Who is more outgoing? Me
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? Me
Who is more fashionable? Me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed?
Marriage is always a work in progress, communication is huge too! Don't go into debt either
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you?
I am high maintenance
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? More social!
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple?
Nothing huge yet...
What's your highest high as a couple?
The births of the kids and buying our houses
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with?
hmm...Mark Consuelos (sp?)

JRS72206 · January 2011

How long have you been married? Four years
How old were you and DH when you got married? Me -22 DH-25
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Mostly what I expected with a couple WTF moments.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH. I never leave a party till its over! lol
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me.
Who manages most of the finances? Personal stuff - DH.
Who is more outgoing? Me.
Who is more handy? DH.
Who is more tech-savvy? DH.
Who is more fashionable? Me.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Marriage takes work. REAL work.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? Anal and demanding.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His clutter habit.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? A few.
What's your highest high as a couple? Isa, of course.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Bradley Cooper....obviously!

itskacie · January 2011

How long have you been married? 2.5 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? 24 and 26
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Pretty much what I expected
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH-always. He gets bored.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Neither of us l latley... mostly just cause I dont want to clean up his messes!
Who manages most of the finances? Me
Who is more outgoing? ME 100%
Who is more handy? ME...
Who is more tech-savvy?ME
Who is more fashionable? Him! Esp in the footwear dept
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Make time for Stella
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? The latter, FO SHO!
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Some Bob Vila skillz would be nice! Or better eating habits.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? This parenting thing... we are finally getting into a pretty good rythm
What's your highest high as a couple? Buying our house at a young age (stupid down market makes it sucky now though!)
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Nick Lachey...mostly cause he his HOTT..

zazzu · January 2011

How long have you been married? 7 mo
How old were you and DH when you got married? 30
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? easier (this time)
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? me
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? him
Who manages most of the finances? him
Who is more outgoing? him by far
Who is more handy? him with indoor stuff, me with yard stuff
Who is more tech-savvy? him
Who is more fashionable? if I must pick, I'll say me, but I'm far from fashionable
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? It's ok to disagree
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I don't think that describes our relationship
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? That he would be a less delicate sleeper
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? news of our unplanned pregnancy
What's your highest high as a couple? having our wonderful baby
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Louis ck (commedian)

Kathzoo · January 2011

nykola:
How long have you been married? 5 yrs
How old were you and DH when you got married? 27
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Depends on the week.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Me
Who manages most of the finances? Me
Who is more outgoing? Me
Who is more handy? Neither
Who is more tech-savvy? Neither
Who is more fashionable? Neither
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Don't forget to kiss a lot
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? Me=demanding
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Does his ADD count?
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Difficult to change habits.
What's your highest high as a couple? When we first moved in together and played house.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I always lust after Jason Stratham

IkesHawaiian06 · January 2011

How long have you been married? 4 years and 8 1/2 months
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 23, he was 25.
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? I think it was pretty close to what I expected, maybe a little harder.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? DH
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH
Who manages most of the finances? DH. One of our first big married fights came after he didn't give me a couple receipts and I almost overdrew our account. He's been in charge since.
Who is more outgoing? Me, usually.
Who is more handy? It's a tie. It depends on the situation.
Who is more tech-savvy? DH, for sure.
Who is more fashionable? Me, not that you'd be able to tell from the pretty regular yoga pants and t-shirt attire I lounge around the house in, lol.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Relax and enjoy your time together. Have sex. Lots of sex. When you have kids, you may not want to as much. :-)
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm going with the latter.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I wish he'd be more sympathetic. He can be almost heartless sometimes.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? My PPD and anxiety struggles. I told him I was leaving at least once a month, sometimes more.
What's your highest high as a couple? Our honeymoon in Maui or having Emma
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Ryan Reynolds, if he's anything like Andrew Paxton in The Proposal.

katielynn25 · January 2011

nykola:

How long have you been married? 3 years

How old were you and DH when you got married? 24

Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? what i expected

You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? me

Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? we are both messy

Who manages most of the finances? DH

Who is more outgoing? me

Who is more handy? DH

Who is more tech-savvy? DH

Who is more fashionable? neither!

What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? never expect the other person to know how you are feeling or what you need. You have to tell them.

I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? We are both pretty easy going

If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? That he'd pick up after himself

Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple?

What's your highest high as a couple? Our son

Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? I can't think of any right now.

ohyeahdollface · January 2011

How long have you been married? Less than a year.How old were you and DH when you got married? Me 20, Him 25
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? EasierYou're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? MeWho is more clean and tidy, you or DH? Depends! Who manages most of the finances? Me, I am the only one with a job. Who is more outgoing? We are probably about the same here. Who is more handy? Hubby :]Who is more tech-savvy? Hubby :]Who is more fashionable? Deff hubby! He takes up 3/4 of the closet.
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? TALK. TALK. TALK. Communication is key, and is what we really need to work on. I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? He is high maintenance, and I am easy going. If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? Anger issues. He threw his phone at the computer yesterday and broke them both. Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Starting over together in a new city, as a couple who talked on the internet for three years before ever even meeting. What's your highest high as a couple? Not too sure on this one. Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Goodness, I dont follow the celebs much.

KRoseToes · January 2011

How long have you been married? 5 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 22; he was 26
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? Easier, and it gets easier every year.
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? It used to be me, but I've gotten a lot more social in the past few years, so now it's him.
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? DH
Who manages most of the finances? We both do.
Who is more outgoing? DH
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? DH
Who is more fashionable? Me
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Apologize when you're wrong. And every once in awhile apologize even if you're not wrong.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm more of a planner and like structure, but I wouldn't say that makes me high maintence or high strung.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? I wish sometimes he could be more positive about himself and less defeatist.
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Infertility (not overcome yet). And his cancer.
What's your highest high as a couple? Anytime we do something touristy or outdoorsy in the Pacific Northwest. It was a dream of ours to move to Washington, and we did it without jobs, knowing anyone, or even visiting first. We talk constantly about how much we love it here.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Ewan McGregor, circa Moulin Rouge

bkilbourn · January 2011

KRoseToes:
How long have you been married? a little over 2 years
How old were you and DH when you got married? I was 22; he was 27
Is marriage easier or harder or exactly as you expected? as expected. We've been practicing for a while v
You're at a party with DH -- who is usually the one to give the "it's time to leave" signal? Probably me
Who is more clean and tidy, you or DH? It use to be DH but I've gotten a lot better. I was on the verge of being a hoarder as a teen.
Who manages most of the finances? me
Who is more outgoing? I think we both are but only when we have to be
Who is more handy? DH
Who is more tech-savvy? DH
Who is more fashionable? Me but he has his moments
What's one piece of advice you would give to a newlywed? Hard times happen and they will pass. You will become stronger and closer together in the end if you are on the same team.
I've found that in most relationships, there's usually one easy going person and there's one high maintenance/high strung/anal/demanding person. Which one are you? I'm more laid back. DH tends to get stressed at the first sign of trouble.
If you could wave a magic wand and change one characteristic/habit/personality trait in your DH, what would it be? His temper and how he is quick to assume the worst
Biggest challenge you've overcome as a couple? Financiak hardships. Boo debt and our families c
What's your highest high as a couple? Proving to ourselves we can live oos from family, be able to survive and flourish and raise DD without them.
Say DH doesn't exist, in a dream world what celebrity hubby do you imagine you could be super compatible with? Elijah wood. But DH kind of looks like him so that's kind of easy.

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