Mr Anniversary Gift

Despite the expense and work that goes into many weddings, getting married is pretty easy. It is staying happily married year after year that is the real challenge.

"Anything can cause conflict in a marriage," says Mattapoisett marriage counselor Lew Prouty, who has worked with hundreds of couples on the verge of divorce. He explains that when the honeymoon is over and real life kicks in, many newlyweds find themselves struggling with their new life as a couple.

Why is it that some marriages crumble and others go on to years and years of happiness? Perhaps asking those who have made it to their silver wedding anniversary and beyond can provide some wisdom.

Over the next several days, we'll be sharing the couples that were featured in this inspirational piece.

I hope you'll stick with us as we tap into the secrets of a long happy marriage.

Labels: happy marriage, marriage, successful marriage