Opposites Attract

They say opposites attract. And while I don’t think that’s always the case, it is for my husband and me.

In addition to the obvious physical incongruities, we’re total opposites in just about every way possible. He’s rational where I’m emotional; spontaneous where I’m scheduled; extroverted where I’m introverted.

Even our love languages are different: His is physical touch, and mine is words of affirmation and acts of service.

But despite our stark differences, we work. I think it’s because we balance each other out and know how to compromise.

Case in point: Our most recent getaway was a combination of excitement (for him) and serenity (for me).

First, there was the NASCAR ride-along experience: high speed, high adrenaline. It was fast, loud, and exhilarating. Not exactly my thing, but S loved it (and that made me happy).

Then, there was beach time: my dream setting. It was quiet, empty, and peaceful. S isn’t much of a beach guy, but he stuck it out for me. (That also made me happy.)

The rest was a mix of what he likes and what I like: Long morning walks, poolside drinks, farm-to-table dinners, outlet shopping, and Sunday football. It was the perfect blend of our favorite activities.

The perfect weather was an added bonus (as was the complimentary room upgrade to a hotel suite).

When two people are polar opposites like we are, you need to be willing to compromise. A lot. We don’t always get it right, but last week we did. The fact that S smiled for the photo proves it.