I'm moving in with my love of 3 years- any tips on how NOT to drive each other batty? And any organization tips for meshing two people's junk in a super small space?
2006-08-06 12:10:14 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
A simple checklist can help the unprepared make the most of moving in together.
Make it your own place
Remember that the furniture and design of the place should involve a joint decision. A boyfriend can't just show up with the latest La-Z-boy, the same way that his woman shouldn't put her collection of dolls on display for all the guy's buddies to stare at during Monday Night Football.
Don't reveal everything at once
The idea here is for both of you to become comfortable with each other at a gradual pace. It is not wise to show your woman all your good and bad qualities at once. This might unnecessarily scare her away, or worse, repulse her.
Respect each other's space
Just because the two of you are living under the same roof, it doesn't mean that every second of every minute needs to be spent together.
Rather, find some personal spots that each of you can revert back to for some quiet time. This will also help when you need a timeout from each other.
Share the responsibility
Splitting up the chores should be second choice to alternating the tasks, so that both of you get your hands dirty. This will in turn allow both of you to put equal amounts of effort into the whole task of cleaning up.
Once again, what seems to be a gigantic step in a couple's life can be easily translated into simple points. So follow your instincts -- and my advice -- and have the best of times together.
And if your friends try to make you envy the benefits of living on your own, ask them if they have someone they care for and love at arm's length.
2006-08-06 12:16:08 · answer #1 · answered by Bride2Be 8/30/08 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sit down and talk about it and make lists of what you each have 2 of and what you each can live without.....that way each of you will know what your expectations are and it will be a great way to practice communicating for the future.
2006-08-06 19:16:00 · answer #2 · answered by GP 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once again, stupidity reigns supreme. Don't plan on being there long, sweetie. Your days are numbered.
2006-08-06 19:44:26 · answer #3 · answered by snddupree 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use the gift that god gave you... Any time things are getting stressful, give up the booty and he will do what ever you want him to!
2006-08-06 19:18:01 · answer #4 · answered by and,or,nand,nor 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont worry about it. Just forget it suck it up and move on.K
2006-08-06 19:15:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you find out, let me know...
2006-08-06 19:15:26 · answer #6 · answered by Angela 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
unfortunately, there is no "good" way. you just have to do it
2006-08-06 19:16:27 · answer #7 · answered by casadienickole 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋