Quote by Peter De Vries

The difficulty with marriage is that we fall in love with a personality, but must live with a character.

The difficulty with marriage is that we fall in love with a

Summary

This quote highlights the challenge of sustaining a successful marriage. It suggests that initial attraction and love often stem from someone's personality traits, which can be appealing and captivating. However, as the quote implies, a long-term commitment like marriage requires living with and accepting the entirety of a person's character, including both positive and negative aspects. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and appreciating the deeper essence and values of a partner beyond surface-level charm or external appearances for a fulfilling and lasting relationship.

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Marriage

By Peter De Vries

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