Is Your TV Broken?
Celebrating 14 Years: The Secret to a Thriving Relationship
Is your TV broken?
That's the question someone tossed my way today, half-joking, when I mentioned how my partner and I spent our evening after a lovely anniversary dinner out. It's the sad reality of today in motion. The kind of relationship like we have is not normal.
No binge-watching the latest series, no scrolling through endless streaming options. Instead, we climbed into bed and just... talked. For hours. Sharing stories, dreams, laughs, and those quiet moments that make life feel full.
A broken television set. Source: https://stock.adobe.com/search?k=broken+television
They couldn't wrap their head around it—how could any couple possibly choose conversation over the glow of a screen or some other distraction? Anything, but actually talking to and liking your spouse to go along with your love.
But that's exactly what our relationship is built on. After 14 years of marriage (and nearly 20 years together total), we've learned that true connection comes from giving all of ourselves to each other without expectation of return.
It's not about grand gestures every day; it's about those simple, intentional moments. It's about choosing to flex your "unconditional love" muscle.
We share our space in peace, even when we're not doing the same thing. One of us might be reading while the other journals, or we might put on a podcast, movie, or show in the same room while the other plays a game. The point is, we just enjoy each other's company. No distractions needed, although we do engage in our favorite activities, together and apart. It's not the same as sitting in the recliner, refusing to talk to each other, because of some little tiff or misunderstanding.
And yes, that evening culminated in passion that felt as fresh and intense as our early days—banging like there's no tomorrow. It's a far cry from our first few years, which were rocky and disconnected, filled with misunderstandings, poor health, and emotional distance. We've grown, healed, and built something real.
In a world that's always pushing us toward more noise, more screens, more busyness, or someone new we've chosen the renegade path: presence over perfection. It's what keeps our bond strong and our love alive.
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What are you waiting for? Turn off the TV and start building the life you deserve today!
