sensitive eggs....

I woke up a little earlier than CB this morning to prepare some pancakes and eggs for Valentine's breakfast. The pancakes obviously took a little more preparation but it was the eggs that took the beating, verbally. CB likes them over medium, slightly soft and almost runny. I like mine soft and NOT runny, but I'm not that picky. It's amazing how upset some eaters get when their eggs are not done right. CB didn't get upset, but he was sure surprised when the eggs didn't come out the way he likes it. Seriously, it's a difference of 30 seconds on the grill? or 20 seconds? Am I supposed to watch the eggs? time it? what?