THE
WEDDING
ISSUE
LOVE and
MARRIAGE
Photos and Q&A by Jennifer McNelly
What marriage advice would you give to
newlyweds? We asked several Southern
Indiana residents to weigh in.
Daniel: “Always find ways to treat your spouse.
Take the initiative to observe and then act. Your
wife will really appreciate it if you go out of
your way to do something special for her.”
Olivia: “I would say to really pay attention
to the things that matter to your spouse. For
example, Daniel really enjoys sports – I hate
sports – and he likes to hang out with his
friends. But I know it matters a lot to him when
I plan something with sports and friends versus
something that just I want to do. I know it
makes a big deal when I plan something that
genuinely matters to him.”
Daniel and Olivia Flinders
Married 1 year
Corydon
“The most important part of a marriage
is communication. For any couple that is
beginning their life together, there should be
communication and also trust. When you
make decisions, make the decisions together.
Communication and trust, those are the two
most important principles of a marriage.”
Francisco and Graciela Bisoso
Married 26 years
Sellersburg
“Honest is so crucial in any marriage.
Always be honest.”
Pam and Kevin Polston
Married 26 years
New Albany
“My husband passed away a few years ago, but
for any newlywed, I would tell them to have
patience. Remember that you married a human.”
Katrina Johansen
Married 7 years
New Salisbury
“It’s important to be completely committed to each
other in a marriage. It keeps you going in the hard
times. Marriage is much more than a contract, it is a
covenant you make with God as well.”
Jason and Nora Miles
Married 15 years
New Albany
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