Moses made a very important comment on marriage, especially the early days:
When a man hath taken a new wife, he shall not go out to war, neither shall he be charged with any business: but he shall be free at home one year, and shall cheer up his wife which he hath taken. Deuteronomy 24:5 KJV
Of course the Ugandan law does not accomodate marital bliss. There isn't even provision of time off for one to actually get married, let alone enjoy the marriage. The husband was back to the grind 2 weeks after the date. I had a bit more grace but only because of an expired passport. I was back in the boiling Chadian desert in a month and spent 5 weeks inhaling other men's fumes.
Then comes the night shift. Initially, I used to complain about his night business because while we were dating, I worked during the day. The only time we had to go out was taken up by his busyness. Now that my work time isn't fixed. I like spending days with him. This is the 'cheering up' Moses speaks of. I wake up to him and spend the day with him. He's giving me the greatest gifts. Time and Conversation. Moses was right. I am glad.
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