I think waht makes it successful through the years is all the honest communication. In time, you truly know what your spouse appreciates and doesn't appreciate so you try to act accordingly while given the same respect in return.

Hannelore, I know a woman who talks about her stormy relationship and how much she loves the apologies. In their case, making up isn't hard to do.
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