Relationship.

Both Katie and I agreed this was the closest we had ever been to a member of the opposite sex. Here is a list of the concepts I/we learned during our relationship. Some of these ideas should have already been known, but at least I was trying. Tolerance is encouraged.  

When getting in the shower/bath, make sure you have a towel of your own. Your significant other can/will get upset when their towel is still wet.

Figure out a way to shave without clogging the sink.

It will make your life easier if your toenails and fingernails are maintained.

Do not leave empty boxes of sugary snacks in the freezer 
(or any empty box, in any location).

You will regret drinking milk after brushing your teeth before bedtime.

Do not fall asleep in the bathtub. It only causes worry for your loved one.

Do not follow the water conservation guidelines in California. Your partner will not be amused.

If you eat most of the groceries, you pay more when grocery shopping.

Learn how to deal with fake plants, or any other knick-knacks, in the home.

Some questions, even though they're not rhetorical, do not need to be answered.


Choose your words wisely in any critique, on any topic.

Find a balance of support, forgiveness and assertiveness, etc... Also, find the equilibrium of selfish and altruistic behavior. Both are important.

Be ready to talk about things that you do not understand and realize that your points are not always going to matter.

There will be times when your going to raise your voice. This is okay. Passion is the culprit. Realize this does not make your point more valid. Make sure you are able to have a civil discussion at a later time.

Do not be afraid to talk about any topic. The more you know the better.

There is absolutely no room for hypocrisy or passive aggressive behavior. 

Imagine if we lived in a society that was unisex ("one-sex" misnomer used here). Would you still be best friends? Attraction is important; but remember, we get ugly when we get old.

The phrase, "better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all" is benevolently stupid. They are both wretched. 

When you get clean clothes out of the washer/dryer, hang them or fold them. Unfortunately, it is frowned upon to place them in a clean clothes pile.

If your cell phone makes an obnoxious sound when the battery is low, plug it into the charger. You will annoy the hell out of your loved one if it is left laying around. This annoyance will be directed towards you.

A relationship is neither easy or hard. Life is much easier with than without though. 

I am hoping this causes a more difficult life to all of my friends who are in a relationship- Katie would enjoy this as well. If anyone has any other ideas on relationships, please share.