Travel Blogger Madeleine

1.) Because of our 7-year age gap, I decided to freeze my eggs at the beginning of our relationship - People told me I was crazy for doing it right after meeting someone I saw a future with. But I was already 37 and really wanted to get to know the person before taking such a big step. At the time, I was a single mom and didn’t want to go through that experience again. 2.) My husband took my maiden name when we got married - It was actually his idea and he did that so that my son (who is not his biological child) and us would share the same surname. This alone speaks volumes about his character. Btw we got married exactly today 6 months ago. 3.) We both put a huge amount of effort into our relationship. I think many people would have already given up - Maintaining a long-distance relationship for over three years required a lot of trust and commitment from both of us. Maurice would sometimes travel 8 hours or more just to see me for a day, and I did the same. Now, our marriage feels like a reward for all the effort we put in at the beginning. 4.) Our dream is to build our own home one day, but we’re not sure if we’ll ever achieve that - We also don’t know if it will be in Germany, Malta, or somewhere else. Right now, we live in a two-bedroom apartment, which is totally enough for us since we travel so much. But we’d love to have two more kids, and with three children, a bit more space would definitely be nice! 5.) We didn’t go on a real date during our first year of dating - We met during the COVID lockdown when everything was closed in Germany. Our first real date in a restaurant was 1 1/2 years later - in Paris. Looking back, we actually see this as a blessing because it allowed us to truly get to know each other without distractions. Especially in the beginning, we had long, deep conversations for hours, which helped us connect on a much deeper emotional level. If you can relate to any of this, we’d love to hear your thoughts! 🫂 #relatable #relationshipgoals #agegap #couplegoals

Not many people talk about these things before getting married, but we feel it’s so important to discuss: 1. What are non-negotiables in our marriage? 2. How do we set healthy boundaries with family members? How much do we want our in-laws and extended family involved? 3. Do we want to have kids? If so, how many and when? What if we face fertility issues? 4. Where do we see ourselves in 10, 20 years and beyond? 5. How do we manage our finances - joint or separate accounts? What are our financial goals (buying a house, investments, etc.) 6. Where do we want to live after getting married? Rent or buy? House or apartment? Which city or country? 7. What are our career goals and ambitions? If we have kids, who takes time off? 8. How do we divide household responsibilities? How do we feel about gender roles or splitting chores? 9. Are our religious or spiritual beliefs compatible? How will they shape our life and our future kids’ lives? 10. What are our thoughts on prenups? These conversations can feel awkward, but they build real trust. We got married in September last year and had to talk through a lot of these. And honestly? We didn’t agree on everything at first - but the most important thing was promising to stay honest and non-judgmental. And we always found a solution together 🥰 What do you think is the most important thing to talk about before marriage? ☺️ #relatable #marriage #marriageadvice #couplegoals #agegap

🌈 It was such an amazing surprise for our wedding guests 🤩 So lucky we had the best wedding photographer ever to capture these stunning pics @tali__photography 📸🤍 #rainbowkiss #weddingphotography #rainbow #weddinginspo

Which green flag is your fav? 💚 I could list so many more green flags because he’s truly an angel of a husband 🥰 What did I do to deserve him? 🥹 So screw the 7-year age gap 😂 #greenflags #husbandgoals #agegap #couplegoals #relatable

Antwort auf @Zeynep🌙🪐 Here you go 💍 My favorite part was the reaction of the people around us 🥹 #proposal #taylorswifterastour #taylorswift #erastour #swiftie #munich #münchen

1.) We have a 7-year age gap - we believe age is just a number, and it has never negatively affected our relationship! 2.) Maurice is not Mason’s biological father, so we are a classic patchwork family - We also want to have two more kids. I was 34 when I had Mason, and this time I will be over 40 for both pregnancies (I know that‘s controversial). I did egg freezing though when I was 37. There are many incredible women out there who had babies way above 40 (Giselle Bündchen, Cameron Diaz, Naomi Campbell etc.). 3.) It took us 3 years to get engaged - a long time for some, but there were many external factors that made it impossible for us to commit to each other earlier. Now that we’re married, we feel it was good to wait and strengthen our relationship first before making such an important decision. 4.) Our relationship started as a long-distance relationship - Maurice lived in Northern Germany and I lived as a single Mom in Malta. It took a lot of effort from both sides to make this relationship work! But the long distance didn’t keep us from falling in love with each other or from planning our future together. 5.) We only moved in together after getting engaged - In the first years of our relationship we both enjoying getting to know each other first. If you can relate to any of this, we‘d love to hear your thoughts! 🫂 Also let us know if you like these more personal videos and if you want us to upload a Part II ☺️ #relatable #relationshipgoals #newlyweds #couplegoals

1.) We not only have a 7-year age gap but also a 25 cm height difference - Maurice is 1.92 m (6’3.5”) tall, and I’m 1.67 m (5’6”). I kinda like it that way, though - it balances out the age gap a bit… hahaha! 2.) We want to have two more kids - So, if all goes well, I’ll have two pregnancies after 40 (I was 34 when my son Mason was born). Plus, we don’t want to have them back to back. 3.) Mason will have a 7+ year age gap with his siblings - I’m not sure if that’s a good or bad thing. 4.) I made a poor investment decision - Before COVID I bought an unfinished apartment in Wiesbaden, Germany for my retirement. Unfortunately, I’ve already lost a lot of money on it because it’s still not finished. I had to hire a lawyer because I can’t handle the situation on my own. Thankfully, all the other big decisions in my life - like marrying my husband and having my son - were great ones, and those matter so much more! 5.) Our kids won’t grow up with family nearby - We moved from Germany to Malta because we were tired of the weather (among other reasons). But I’ve been living in Malta for eight years now and haven’t regretted it for a single day. 6.) The only downside to living in Malta is: We don’t have many friends here - Most of our close friends still live in Germany. Through kindergarten, we connected with some amazing parents in Malta who became friends, but we still miss our friends in Germany and other parts of the world. The good thing is, we are best friends, so we never feel lonely… If you can relate to any of this, we‘d love to hear your thoughts! 🫂 Also, let us know if you enjoy these more personal videos and if you’d like us to upload a Part III ☺️ #relatable #relationshipgoals #newlyweds #couplegoals #agegap

Which green flag is your fav? 💚 I could list so many more, but these are my fav 🥰 What did I do to deserve him? 🥹 So screw the 7-year age gap 😂 #greenflags #husbandgoals #agegap #couplegoals #relatable

#ad Ramadan in Saudi is more than just a month - it’s an experience like no other ✨ As the sun sets, the country transforms - lantern-lit markets, vibrant cultural performances, and unforgettable Iftar moments in breathtaking locations. From historic sites to the desert under the stars, every meal is a celebration of tradition and togetherness 🥰 For those seeking authentic cultural immersion, Ramadan is the perfect time to visit. A rare opportunity to explore Saudi’s rich heritage, unmatched hospitality, and hidden gems - without the usual crowds. And this year, Ramadan runs until the end of March. A limited-time chance to witness this magical season in winter - will you answer the call? #This_Land_Is_Calling #Ramadan #VisitSaudi #AlUla #Anzeige

Save these for your wedding 💍 Especially the last one is a bummer 🫠 What did you regret from your wedding? 🙈 #weddingregrets #rainbowkiss #weddingvibes #lakecomowedding #weddinginspo