Gen X Taste

Gen X Taste

Share this post

Gen X Taste
Gen X Taste
The Secret to a Happy Marriage

The Secret to a Happy Marriage

ACJR!

Apr 05, 2024
∙ Paid
11

Share this post

Gen X Taste
Gen X Taste
The Secret to a Happy Marriage
1
Share

After The Penguin Shirt Saga (part one and part two) I’ve received a number of messages from readers describing the ugly item of clothing their partner has, and asking for advice.

Last April 6th was my 20th wedding anniversary (this Saturday is our 21st, making it 27 years together total) so now that we are nearing almost 3 decades together, I feel comfortable sharing the secret that makes our relationship so solid.

it’s not Chewbacca, but having him around does help

It all comes down to this saying. I can’t remember who made it up — I’ve a feeling it was Abe because he does have a way with words/rhymes. Both of us grew up in the East Coast, but this pearl of wisdom works best when you say it with a Southern accent:

This post is for paid subscribers

Already a paid subscriber? Sign in
© 2025 Lynn Chen
Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start writingGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture

Share