A bridge isn't finsihed, ever

Helping your children with school work can at times be trying. As was our latest attempt with our middle-schooler.
Recently our 13 year old needed to construct a bridge for her science class. She brought home her so-called instructions and off we went into unknown territory. Supplies in hand I, I mean we...ahem, constructed the closest thing I could that resembled a bridge. Honestly it looked more like a strewn box of match sticks waiting for "Rain Man" to decipher. In any case she turned it in and it was returned with additional instructions. Once again I tuned into my inner Bob Villa and built a new bridge. This one I was proud of. Not only did I learn what had failed previously, but I really thought I had this bridge building down. However, my jubilation was brought down faster than a prom dress. Yes, there were more detailed instructions and as minuet as the corrections were, it was the difference between an A and an F. This morning I finished the bridge or so I hope. Following the instructions and specs, using all that I've learn in this process, I think I finally got it.
Every relationship is full of trial and error. Building trust, love, relationships with mutual friends, etc...helps bridge the gaps in a relationship. They add to the love a relationship already has and makes it that much stronger. But it doesn't come easy nor is the building ever over. Like all bridges, a good foundation is key along with the proper support from each other, family, and friends. Listen don't just hear each other and follow the specs (your heart). You may not get it right the first few times but you'll soon realize that the reward is in the building process, not the bridge itself. Enjoy the journey not the destination.
Willy