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LOVE: Are we too different for this to work out?

Couple sitting at a bar and looking irritated. [Courtesy]

Hi Chris!

I’m definitely the sort of person who loves big social events, noisy conversations and loud music. But my husband’s just the opposite. He’s very quiet, actually likes being alone (which I hate!!), hates small talk, and would rather read a book than socialise. And though I love him to bits, and he’s wonderful when it’s just him and me, I will admit that all that his lack of social skills is beginning to get to me. Like I can’t remember the last time we went out to a party together.

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