A husband and wife must both COMMIT to treading through the bad times and swearing 100% loyalty to each other. The MOST important thing in any marriage is that you both RESPECT each other. Equally important is that you both COMMUNICATE. A person should always say "excuse me" before interrupting thier spouse in a conversation. A husband should never unexpectedly bring home guests. A wife should never hand her husband money in front of people. A husband and wife should never correct each other in the presence of anyone. A successful marriage must be based upon mutual loyalty, respect, communication and honesty. A husband and wife should be BEST friends. If they're not best friends after several years of marriage, then something is wrong. Love is a decision.