But it has all changed for the better - some things become more challenging, but they bring you closer in the end. THe one thing I tell people is - it's work! That isn't a bad thing - but know that before you get into it - especially if you have any doubts.
Also, I think the time immediately after the wedding can be kind of a downer for both people...it's back to work, etc. We still fight about petty stuff, but I feel so much...calmer when we fight now.
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"Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes."
--Henry David Thoreau
I don't know if I still qualify as a newlywed (7/4/03), but I honestly did not think much changed. I had lived with my husband for almost 4 years before we were married, we owned a house together, had "kids" (3 dogs and a cat), and generally already lived our lives as one. I always thought that it would feel different just because we were married and "stuck with each other forever," but I really didn't feel that way. I highly recommend living with someone before you marry them (all religious feelings aside - obviously if it's not for you, don't do it). I think that got us a lot more ready for what was to come. I couldn't imagine dealing with all those stupid little things that drive you nuts (leaving his clothes on the floor, not rinsing his dishes, etc.) right after you got married. The honeymoon would really be over!! I do agree with halleybird about going back to work after the wedding, etc. but I feel that way every Monday! :)
