While I haven't made the vows (because the US is a homophobic, parochial nation), I will say that getting through grad school is both for better and for worse.
For worse because the period of writing a thesis or dissertation is all-consuming for the one writing and there seems to be no room for you. For worse because during the writing, doubts crop up and wear the writer down.
For better because the moment in which the writer receives the degree is one of the most exhilarating, fulfilling moments of her life. For better because without your support, your sweetie would have had a much harder road to slog.
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