1. How did you meet your spouse?

We met through a mutual friend at a party.

2. How long have you been married?

We have been married for 8 years.

3. How has your relationship with your spouse developed over the years?

My relationship with my spouse has deepened and evolved in so many ways over the years. We have become more in tune with each other’s thoughts and feelings, and we are better able to communicate and work together to tackle problems and challenges that come our way. We have also grown closer in many ways including emotionally, intellectually, sexually, and spiritually. We have developed more trust and understanding in our relationship, and we are both committed to continually supporting each other and deepening our bond.

4. What have been the main challenges in maintaining a successful marriage?

The main challenges in maintaining a successful marriage include: communication, trust, commitment, compromise, respect, and balancing family and career. Additionally, couples need to work on resolving conflicts and overcoming differences of opinion.

5. Where did you first meet your spouse?

We first met in college at a party.

6. What do you and your spouse enjoy doing together?

We both love outdoor activities such as mountain biking, camping, and hiking. We also enjoy cooking meals together and exploring new cities.

7. What background and history does your spouse have?

My spouse is from a small town in Alabama called Jasper. She grew up in a big, tight-knit family and attended a small Christian school her whole life. She has an older brother and two younger sisters. Her parents were both very active in their church, and her mother was a teacher. Growing up, my spouse was an active member of the church youth group and enjoyed playing sports. She was always bright and hardworking, and her determination earned her a full scholarship to college. After college, she moved to New York City and began working in the finance industry. She eventually earned an MBA with honors and now works as a financial analyst.

8. How did you decide to marry each other?

We had been dating for a few years and knew that we wanted to spend our lives together. After talking about it, we decided it was the right time to get married and make a lifelong commitment.

9. What has been the most difficult obstacle to overcome in your marriage?

The most difficult obstacle we have faced in our marriage is trusting each other during times of stress and disagreement. We have had to learn to communicate more openly and be more forgiving of each other in order to build a stronger relationship.

10. What type of conversations do you commonly talk about in your marriage?

We commonly talk about our goals, plans for the future, our work, the news, our families, our friends, our hobbies, and anything else that comes to mind.

11. What have been some of the biggest changes in both of your lives since you got married?

Since we got married, we have both grown and matured in many ways. We have had to adjust to a new living situation and learn to live together harmoniously. We have also gone through a lot of life changes like buying our first home, welcoming a new baby into the family, and starting new careers. Each of these changes has brought new challenges and opportunities for us to experience together. Overall, we are grateful for the journey and could not be happier with the life we’ve created together.

12. How have you both adjusted to being married with US citizenship or a green card?

We both consider ourselves very lucky to have US citizenship or a green card through marriage. It has opened up many new opportunities for us—financially, professionally, and personally. We’ve both had to adjust to the cultural differences between the US and our home countries, but we’ve been able to do it without too much difficulty. We both appreciate the security and stability that comes with our new status and are extremely grateful for it.

13. Does your family approve of your marriage?

That is ultimately up to my family, but I have great hopes that they will give us their blessing.

14. How often do you communicate with your spouse’s family?

It depends on the family. Some people communicate with their spouse’s family regularly, while others may only have contact a few times a year.

15. Do you have a shared faith or culture that influences your relationship?

Yes, we share a deep faith in Jesus as our Lord and Savior, which has been the cornerstone of our relationship from the start. We also share a strong cultural heritage as both of us are of Mexican and Irish descent. This influences many aspects of our relationship, including our shared values and traditions.

16. Has there been any animosity from either of your families towards this marriage?

No, both of our families have been overwhelmingly supportive of our marriage.

17. Are there any particular beliefs, practices, or values that both of you share which have helped keep your marriage strong?

We both believe in honesty, respect, and communication. We also share similar values and goals for our family. We practice listening to each other and compromising when necessary. We also value quality time together and doing things that make us happy.

18. Are there any cultural or religious holidays that you and your spouse celebrate together?

My spouse and I celebrate both Christmas and Easter together. We also celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Day. Additionally, we participate in various cultural and religious events in our local area throughout the year.

19. Do either of you still speak the language of your native countries to each other?

No, we do not speak our native languages to each other. We both speak English, although we both understand our respective native languages.

20. What has been the major challenge for both of you as a married couple living in the US?

The major challenge for us as a married couple living in the US is adjusting to a new culture and lifestyle. We both come from different backgrounds and have faced cultural differences, language barriers, and financial issues that have made the transition more difficult. We also have had to learn to navigate a system that was not built for us. Despite all of this, we are determined to make the best of our situation.