Relationships are difficult, we all know that, but at what point do you decide to call it quits, is it based on the length of time you have dealt with the crap, or is it based on the level of crap you have to deal with. The type of relationship also has an automatic expiration on it, say you have a friend that is less than a 3 yr relationship now, if the two of you have a "falling out" generally if the dispute isn't settled in a matter of days, then the relationship is considered over. Now if that friendship has lasted over 10 years, you tend to try to work it out, get over the dispute if you cant agree, and continue with life as usual. Is it the same for marriage? Is marriage based on the amount of time you have invested in the relationship? After a year, you call it quits immediately, after 3 years, maybe not so quickly, 5 yrs you tend to try to get a little help, from friends, family, clergy etc;
Relationships are supposed to last. They are supposed to endure disputes, dis-agreements, in-laws, financial crisis, and so much more. But how? How do people make it through the hard times that inevitably fall upon relationships? How do you forgive and forget? What does it take? Is it a special type of individual that possess the skills needed to overcome these obstacles? Often times I have heard people say "prayer changes things". So are only the prayerful people overcoming their relationship trials? If I have the answer to any of these questions I will be sure to let you know. Right now I need to get some answers myself.
