Marriage in the new millennium has changed drastically as compared to marriage in the 80’s. Media coverage of celebrity marriages, including any royalty, has not changed but has intensified greatly. Hollywood marriages are falling apart faster than a poorly built entertainment center. 2011 has already seen the demise of several couples including Jennifer Lopez and Mark Anthony with highly circulated rumors of more to come before the end of the year.
Behind all of the paparazzi and hoopla are vows to be considered and discussions of how to begin a foundation of wedded bliss to span the test of time. Rufus and Jenny Triplett, whose marriage has survived 21 plus years, are considered royalty in their circle and give relationship advice to newlyweds, engaged couples, veteran couples and dating couples alike. Their individual male and female perspectives are different as to what makes a marriage works but acknowledge communication as the greatest survival tip.
The Triplett’s have released the first video in their video series of Surviving Marriage Tips. There are a plethora of topics in which they plan to cover with all being light-hearted and fun-natured. The first topic about gas in the car has already garnered over 200 “likes” and discussions around various platforms of social media. They also plan to cover a few of the 13 topics discussed in their soon to be released book.
Here are Jenny’s Do’s and Don’ts:
- Treat Your Marriage Like a Job – Marriage is hard work. Put in all of the effort that you would as if you were climbing the corporate ladder. Work through difficulties, tolerate pet peeves, work overtime when needed, plan meetings to discuss job description and direction and take time for self when needed.
- Don’t Try to Mold or Change the Person You Fell in Love with – Remember when you choose to spend the rest of your life with someone that it is that person at that time to which you are agreeing. Don’t try to change the little quirks that one has or make them someone that they are not because they will not like it and eventually you won’t either.
- Marriage is a Marathon Not a Sprint – Get into the mindset that there are going to be hurdles just as there are in life. Tackle them with patience, love and understanding. Keep an even stride. Slow and steady wins the race.
Here are Rufus’ Do’s and Don’ts:
- Have Open Communication – Be willing to talk about anything and everything. Humor your partner for what they want to know. Sharing is bonding.
- Don’t Put Others Before Your Spouse – Once you marry you become as one. No one should be more important than the relationship between you and your spouse. Outsiders such as friends, parents, co-workers, siblings and other relatives may think differently but in order to keep your relationship intact, respect your spouse.
- Marriage is Forever – For Better or for Worse, For Richer or For Poorer, In Sickness and Health – Til Death Do Us Part. Respect Your Vows.
Rufus and Jenny Triplett are co-Editors-in-Chief of Prisonworld Magazine, which is published by Dawah International, LLC, a multimedia company. They are co-hosts and co-producers of the weekly radio show the Prisonworld Radio Hour. Jenny is a requested speaker for correctional facilities, non-profit organizations, schools, radio and TV shows and print magazines. Rufus is a member of the group, Likely suspect, which provides acapella entertainment for the speaking presentations. For more information log onto www.prisonworldmagazine.com.
The Triplett’s are putting the final touches on their second book, Surviving Marriage In The 21st Century: 13 Tips that will help you get to 20 years and beyond which will be released late 2011. To check out their radio show, The Prisonworld Radio Hour, log onto www.prisonworldradiohour.com. For further information or questions regarding the Prisonworld brand, you may contact Jenny Triplett – [email protected]
