The Terrible Two

2008

They say that the first year of marriage is the worst and the most decisive for every newlywed. But our first year was wonderful. I decided that I would only start college the following year and Carlos received a raise, so we managed to buy our own car. I took a German course to occupy my time. The good part is that the two of us always had time to be together. We did all the meals at home and looked like two rabbits, now with a little more moderation, although it was difficult for me to uncouple my hands from him. But it was like I said… our first year was incredible... at least until that wedding anniversary dinner.

— Happy two years! - says Carlos, kissing me while the waiter serves the red wine in my glass.

—Happy two years!- I answer, lifting my cup. I savor the curious dinner to know what he is up to, because we had agreed to spend every wedding anniversary at home with an intimate celebration. — The dinner is wonderful.

—I’m glad you’re enjoying it. - replies Carlos,