Just when you thought there was no hope left in finding a person of good quality that gives you loyalty, trust, and love at all times (no exceptions) well, there is hope. For that reason, it’s time for a change of thought. Should I reassure that there are good men and women out there that do exist? I think so. There’s someone out there for everyone. As cliché as that sounds, those very words are nothing but truth.
Understanding the journey through a relationship is important. This includes knowing the roles and ups and downs that comes within. I’m certain you have to go through a storm before you can tell a story. I’m in no way, shape, or form of giving advice or sharing stories of my own on relationships when I haven’t been through a real one. Instead, I share the stories from the experienced and the wise because they give me a sense of hope and inspiration. The couple that defines real true love is definitely the Obamas.
Michelle and Barack Obama have been married since 1992, and share two beautiful daughters, Malia and Sasha. When televised, it’s apparent that anyone can see how much love exists between the two based on their mannerisms toward each other.
“Barack and his wife are special individuals, and they’re even more special when seeing them together on television. They have the type of love that anyone would cherish. I know their marriage isn’t perfect because there’s no such thing as a perfect marriage, but they are a couple that exemplifies what a great marriage is,” said Leanne Williams, a 20-year-old single mom.
Many young adults, like Williams, who dream of having a lasting relationship look up to the Obamas.
When any couple can possess such quality in a relationship, it gives reassurance that long lasting relationships are possible, especially toward the black community.
“Everytime I see Barack and his wife I smile. It’s just something about them two that makes me happy. It’s rare to see black couples in a lasting relationship, so they inspire me. They have something that I would love to have, and that’s simply a forever happy marriage,” said James Cheffen, a senior at Bowling Green State University.
It’s powerful for the African-American community to see couples such as the Obamas because they truly set an example. It gives that community hope, inspiration, and confidence to believe African-Americans can emulate the obamas’ example of relationship success.
Patience is a virtue into finding a good relationship. However, through all the experiences, you will eventually learn why relationships don’t last. A middle-age friend of mines, Sophie Teri, loves to inspire others because of her past experiences. She was able to share her thoughts on why relationships don’t last.
“Relationships don’t last because people don’t understand the true meaning of love, which is Learning tO Value Each other,” said Sophie Teri. “They also don’t last because they don’t start off as friendships. Sometimes in a relationship, the biggest enemy isn’t trust or even understand, but love itself. Find someone who not only pleases the eyes, but someone who will never fail to please the heart.”
I’m about encouragement, enlightening others to feel a sense of relief that it’s not over and that there is no such thing as not being capable of obtaining a lasting relationship. Real, healthy, and long-lived relationships take time and hard work. It’s important to not give up along the way and knowing that there is an opportunity for relationship success. This indeed is a beautiful thing.