Radio personality, Shine, is married to Seth Usanga, a fashion designer. The couple talk about their blissful unionWhat circumstances led to your meeting?
Seth: I met my wife in February 2013 at a fashion event. I designed the outfits that were worn at the fashion showcase while my wife anchored the event. Our paths crossed when the occasion didn’t go as planned. She was very upset so, I stepped in to save the day since there was no coordinator in sight.
What did you do next?
Seth: I got her number and arranged for a taxi to take her home after the event. A few days after, I asked her to go on a date with me and she agreed even though reluctantly. I consider myself lucky because I called her at the right time; she was at an uninspiring show and was on the verge of leaving. I offered to take her home. We soon became friends after two more outings that took place over a period of two months.
How long did you court for?
Shine: We dated for almost two years before we got married.
At what point did you become convinced that she would be your wife?
Seth: I realised that she was perfect for me soon after we started dating. She possessed all the qualities I wanted in a wife and was also a dependable friend. I also noticed that whenever I was around her, I felt complete and couldn’t picture life without her.
How did he propose?
Shine: He proposed twice — on my birthday in September 2013 when we had only been dating for about five months. We were both dancing at an event when he showed me a message on his phone which read, “Will you marry me already?” I thought he was joking until he asked me to marry him in a loud voice. On December 30, in the same year, he slid a ring into my finger saying he couldn’t wait any longer to get married to me. We wedded at the registry in January while our traditional and church wedding held a month later.
What qualities attracted you to each other?
Seth: She is fun, loving, smart, generous, and beautiful, a little guarded and blessed with many features that complement mine.
Shine: I am very comfortable around him and we love each other so dearly. I couldn’t wait to become his wife.
How did you adjust to marital life?
Shine: We eased into our marriage effortlessly and were already living together for a year before we wedded. We worked together, ate together and were inseparable. When we eventually tied the knot, it wasn’t so much of a big deal as we were already accustomed to each other. The only difference now is that we are now man and wife. We work together when we have to and help each other become the best in our endeavours.
Where your families initially supportive of your union?
Seth: My family and parents had no opposition when I introduced her to them for the first time. My dad even said we looked alike on the first day while my mum was so happy to meet her because she had heard so much about her and seen pictures of both of us.
Describe your marriage?
Shine: It has been filled with so much fun and respect for each other. We do disagree occasionally but we are always able resolve our differences almost immediately. We intend to keep it that way.
How supportive are you of each other’s career?
Seth: I love the fact that she is passionate and focused. Luckily, we both belong to the same industry albeit in different aspects but we have blended pretty well. I am over a 100 per cent supportive of her aspirations.
In what areas do you contribute to the advancement of your spouse’s career?
Seth: I help out in every way I can; I started off as her stylist, then her manager and we currently work as a team.
Shine: He is very talented and his fashion brand, VENDRIKA, clothes me. I also encourage him to be more active and visible in the entertainment industry. He has helped me produce some of my radio shows and web TV show, which will soon debut on my YouTube channel.
What would you like to change about your partner?
Seth: I would love to see her rise to the zenith of her career and we are both working hard to make that dream a reality.
Do you have access to each other’s social media accounts and passwords?
Seth: Yes, we do and don’t believe in keeping our passwords secret.There are no secrets between us as we can access each other’s accounts and phones. We trust each other and that way it is impossible to keep secrets away from each other.
Shine: My husband doesn’t believe in passwords so, I have access to his phone at anytime.
Who apologises first when there is a misunderstanding?
Shine: My hubby can be funny sometimes as very minor issues can lead to an argument. You would be surprised to know that he laughs over a major issue. He is very protective of my image and when I am being stubborn, we tend to disagree. Like every other married couple, we have our own ways of resolving issues.
What hobbies do you have in common?
Seth: We are both adventurous and love to cook together. When we are less busy, we go to the cinemas, travel or goof around the house.
Do you get jealous of your spouse’s admirers?
Seth: I don’t get jealous because I am a very confident person. I trust my wife so much and we usually laugh and joke about her admirers. I understood the demands and dictates of her career before we got married. I believe that challenges will come and go, but our love will always remain the same. I am not a fan of the celebrity spotlight.
What is your advice to intending celebrity couples?
Seth: They must learn to keep their dirty linen to themselves, solve their issues quietly and keep it away from social media. Patience and understanding are some of the keys to a successful union.
Shine:They must learn to trust each other, as this is a basic rule in marriage. They must also keep their private lives private.
How do you settle disagreements when they arise?
Shine: I prepare one of his favourite meals; we talk about it, apologise if wrong and move on as if nothing happened. Usually, when he is upset, he sleeps or listens to music but then, we still iron out issues.
What do you love the most about your spouse?
Seth:Her kind spirit and attitude towards life. I also love the fact that she loves me for who I am and accepts me just as I am.
Shine: I love everything about him but most especially how he tries to give me the best of everything. He loves to see me happy at all times and he is a focused man. I wish to see his dreams come true because he is very diligent.
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