It's never too late to aim for this final stage of marriage. It may take you a lot of time to get there, but it's important not to lose hope. Once you do then the battle is over even before it's begun. Of course, it's just as crucial not to pressure each other too much on doing everything right. You may be a little bit smarter now, knowing what you do about the different stages of marriages, but you could still commit mistakes. Even so, learn to let go and move on. That's one of the keys to a happy and long-lasting marriage!