“A young lady related the story of how she and her husband borrowed over 1 million Naira to finance their wedding last year December, expecting that they would recover the money on their wedding day. However, their expectation was totally disappointed! Ever since, she and her husband have been running from pillar to post to settle their debtors! And this is really affecting the peace of the marriage as they cry, argue, and quarrel everyday, blaming each other for borrowing for their wedding!” Why do people do this?
Chidi & Victor Akunna are leading voices on marital romance and family life. They are passionate about helping individuals, couples and organisations build sustainable and valuable relationships, and testimonials abound. They are authors of many articles and books.
They partner in the administration of “Romance Masterclass” – a coaching programme and “Lite the FIRE” workshop – a couples’ romance makeover intervention. Together, they write “Connected Hearts” – a leading daily devotional on spicing up marital romance and strengthening families. They also oversee the operations of Foundation for Family Affairs – a charity focused on strengthening families around the globe.
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One of the greatest risk couples can take as regards their wedding, is counting on recouping their expenses on their wedding day from their financial gifts.
“A young lady related the story of how she and her husband borrowed over 1 million Naira to finance their wedding last year December, expecting that they would recover the money on their wedding day. However, their expectation was totally disappointed! Ever since, she and her husband have been running from pillar to post to settle their debtors! And this is really affecting the peace of the marriage as they cry, argue, and quarrel everyday, blaming each other for borrowing for their wedding!” Why do people do this?
One of the greatest risk couples can take as regards their wedding, is counting on recouping their expenses on their wedding day from their financial gifts.