According to the trade group Wedding Report, some 2.5 million weddings are slated to occur this year -- the most since 1984. Listeners who have been in long term relationships call in to share their tips for success.

@BrianLehrer Been married to the same spouse since 1982…. Situational deafness and a shared sense of humor has made it a lovely ride.

@BrianLehrerI got married in 1971. I am married for 50 years now. The secret: Two bathrooms!

@BrianLehrer over 20 years I say my unsolicited advice is think before you speak, the tongue is a dangerous weapon!

@BrianLehrer I’ve been married since March 14, 1975 my husband was Catholic I was Jewish and we learned to duke it out so don’t believe that you have to resolve every disagreement before you go to bed sometimes it’s OK to go to bed angry you resolve it the next day a clear head