all the good relationship articles of 2012 WSJ

Love and marriage go together like a horse and carriage.

My favorite article is marriage advice from divorced people:

Do something to demonstrate that your partner is noticed and appreciated every single day, Dr. Orbuch says. It can be as small as saying, "I love you," or "You're a great parent." It can be an action rather than words: Turn on the coffee pot in the morning. Bring in the paper. Warm up the car. Make a favorite dessert. Give a hug.

Summary:

1. Boost your spouse's mood.

2. Talk more about money.

3. Get over the past.

4. Blame the relationship, not the person.

5. Reveal more about yourself. Actively listen.

Source: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10000872396390444025204577544951717564114.html

Boost your spouse's mood = get them drunk.

second that