“My son, if you keep spending money on a woman and she never asks whether you’re saving or investing, while she simply enjoys the attention, don’t marry her.
My son, a woman could be a good wife, but you must pay attention to what she values.
One day, a father sat down with his son and said,
“Marriage isn’t only about love. It’s about building a life together.”
The son asked,
“How do I know if someone is right for me?”
The father smiled.
“Watch what she does when you have little, not only what she does when you have plenty.”
“What else should I look for?”
“Look for someone who cares about your future, not just your wallet.”
The son nodded.
The father continued,
“A good partner will encourage you to grow, save, plan, and become better. She won’t only ask what you can buy today; she’ll care about what you’re building tomorrow.”
The son thought about it carefully.
“So you’re saying money is more important than love?”
“No,” the father replied.
“I’m saying love should make two people want to build something together.”
He placed a hand on his son’s shoulder.
“Choose someone who wants to walk beside you—not someone who only enjoys the things you can provide.”
The son smiled.
“I understand, Dad.”
The father smiled back.
“Good. Now remember one more thing.”
“What?”
“Before you get married, learn to cook. That way, you’ll know whether she’s marrying you for love or for your cooking!”
