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Have you read the Venus and Tripp story from Humans of New York yet? It’s completely wild. If you haven’t, let’s bring you up to speed. First, Humans of New…

Humans of New York Venus and Tripp

The story of Venus and Tripp went wild on Humans of New York this week. You have to see this.

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Have you read the Venus and Tripp story from Humans of New York yet? It's completely wild. If you haven't, let's bring you up to speed.

First, Humans of New York is an amazing photo and story project that started in November of 2010. New York City photographer Brandon Stanton would go around the city and take portraits of people and let them tell their stories. Those stories were then shared on his Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Many of the stories were heartbreaking, or inspiring, and Stanton's work grew a MASSIVE following. He eventually published a book, and then broadened the scope of the "Humans" he was profiling.

In 2019, because of the pandemic, Stanton started taking submissions for Humans of New York stories from anyone, anywhere.

That help set up the crazy ride that set the internet on fire Thursday, March 3 - the story of Venus and Tripp. We don't want to spoil any of the details for you, but it's worth noting the way these stories unfold.

Stanton doesn't post the full story all at once. He will post it in parts, usually 30 minutes to an hour apart. So that had people all over Twitter and Facebook talking about it all day, anxiously awaiting the next part.

The final part, part 13, dropped last night, and we've put them all together here for you. Buckle up for the crazy Venus and Tripp story, a heartbreaking, but ultimately truly inspiring story.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5

Part 6

Part 7

Part 8

Part 9

Part 10

Part 11

Part 12

Part 13

Looking to spark a little more romance now that Valentine's Day has come and gone: A new poll has given us 50 tips that can help make the happiest marriages.

According to SWNS Digital, a UK poll by Warner Leisure Hotels found that the happiest marriages did things like: Have sex five times a week; Say "I love you" 10 times a week; sharing hobbies; and so much more.

"We weren’t surprised to see that taking short breaks is one of the secret ingredients to a happy marriage," said Simon Thompson, Managing Director of Warner Leisure Hotels. "Many couples who visit us say they feel closer after a romantic weekend relaxing and unwinding together – and it certainly helps that neither have to do the chores."

The study measured 2,000 UK couples, and painted a pretty convincing picture of what tips you need to have the happiest marriages. It also suggested that maybe fighting a couple times a month was just as good for you as a few extra rolls in the hay.

“However, as this survey clearly shows, it takes a good mix of humor, affection, understanding and interest to keep a relationship exciting," Thompson said. "The definition of romance differs from person to person. Some are content with tiny little gestures on a regular basis, and others want the full hearts and flowers approach to love. Whatever your preference, the key to a happy marriage appears to be time – time with each other, time apart, time to forgive, time to laugh, and time to understand.”

Here's a look at the 50 tips to make the happiest marriages:

1. Spending quality time together

2. Looking after them when they're sick

3. Feeling you can be completely yourself

4. Letting them pursue their own hobbies and interests

5. Seeing each other at your worst and best

6. Having regular cuddles

7. Being respectful to them in front of others

8. Making regular plans together

9. Being proud of their achievements

10. Being silly with each other

11. Exploring new places together

12. Sharing the same sense of humor

13. Trying new things together

14. Always remembering important occasions

15. Not making decisions for each other without checking in first

16. Having a fair distribution of household chores

17. Showing an interest even when they’re talking about something you don’t understand

18. Forgiving their bad habits

19. Doing things they want to do, even if you don’t enjoy it

20. Saying ‘I love you’ every day

21. Saying 'good morning' and 'good night' each day

22. Listening to the other grumble about work

23. Going on weekends away together

24. Always making them a hot drink when you make one

25. Not going to sleep on an argument

26. Turning a blind eye when the other is grumpy

27. Being prepared to watch TV shows you don't like

28. Being nice to their family / get along with the in-laws

29. Having a good routine

30. Being forgiving if they admit to crashing the car or shrinking your favorite t-shirt

31. Going out of your way to make one another laugh

32. Being able to laugh about arguments afterwards

33. Watching a TV series together and trusting the other one not to watch an episode alone

34. Noting when they talk about something they are interested in or want, and treat them with it later

35. Make an effort with their friends

36. Accepting that sometimes you get a better night’s sleep apart

37. Picking your battles

38. Having weird in-jokes

39. Surprising them with gifts

40. Always praising them to other people

41. Being prepared to share your meal when eating out

42. Saying they still look beautiful when they're looking their worst

43. Being comfortable with using the bathroom in front of each other

44. Buying an extra snack or drink even though they said they didn't want it

(Because you know they will want one when they see yours)

45. Farting in front of each other without being grossed out

46. Leaving nice messages for one another

47. One of you being a voice of reason

48. Regularly delivering tea or coffee in bed

49. Playfully insulting each other relentlessly

50. Always taking one another's side even if they’re not right