Fight Like Hell

Maintaining a romantic relationship may be the greatest challenge of my life. It is also a challenge that brings me great joy and satisfaction. The work required to keep this ship afloat often feels like a battle against the forces of hell. There are moments when I have found myself looking for a lifeboat in anticipation of a simpler and easier path. Staying behind and working on the ship with my partner, despite the hardships, felt necessary because of the…