My hubby, SirKit, got into a disagreement with his older sister once, because he contends that loyalty is more important in a marriage than feelings of love, because those can wax and wane over time. Folks can get angry with each other, but knowing, for sure, that this person will not leave you, simply because you made them mad for some silly reason, is a wonderful thing. It also puts the responsibility on the two of you to make your marriage the most fun and loving it can be, since it's yours and you're stuck with it. ;o)
We're coming up on 33rd anniversary, in October, and with the youngest going off to college in September, we're looking forward to a large measure of freedom in our lives. We're certainly looking forward to all four coming home to visit from time to time, but we're not dreading the 'empty nest' at all!
Amen!
Life begins when the nest empties.
My wife likes to say that grandchildren are our reward for raising savages into responsible adults.
I agree 100% with your husband :-) Congratulations on your upcoming anniversary, and may the next 33 be just as happy!