Adam and Eve are our example

This week in my marriage class we were learning about the importance of turning toward each other in little ways, having a how was your day chat, going for a walk, going on dates, calling on the phone to just check in. All of these small things fill your marital bank account and act as a cushion against marital stress. Even if we don't enjoy the same things our spouse does, if we love them enough we will share that with them to build the relationship (I guess I need to start watching more on the Mountain). Adam and Eve are a good example to follow in their marriage. They started out in a garden environment (think of the beautiful gardens at the temples). Life was innocent and easy... and then they had kids. You have to have the misery before you can appreciate the fullness of joy. They put their trust in the plan of happiness and initiated the fall. They were dependent on the atonement to rescue mankind. If we faith in Christ we will trust his progress with our partner (we won't try to take over their perfection) He will help them progess, line upon line, just like he will for us. We need to be patient! We watch you all with admiration at the efforts you make to create your own marriage culture. Each relationship is a little different but each is built upon true principle found in the Family Proclamation. Keep up the good work!