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Iron Sharpens Iron

Friday, April 30th, 2010

My husband and I belong to a couple of small groups where (among other things) we study the scriptures. It's a spiritually healthy thing to do and therefore healthy for life and healthy for your marriage. The challenge to think and apply scripture is priceless. The sense of family is too.

If you don't already belong to a small group, I encourage you to look around for one. Many churches have small community or study groups.

Sticks in a bundle are unbreakable. Kenyan Proverb

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Love His Interests (ok, maybe learn to live with them)

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

My husband has a variety of interests. Some I think are absolutely fascinating, some are ok, and some are ... well, not my cup of tea. But just because I am not into those particular interests, doesn't mean I can't encourage him or even learn enough to interact within those interests from time to time. I would like the same from him, so why not return the favor?

What does your husband enjoy? How can you reasonably interact with those interests? It might be something as listening to him talk or it might mean learning enough about football and teams to talk intelligently with him.

Friendship isn't a big thing - it's a million little things. Author Unknown

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Soft and Smooth

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

I have rough elbows. I think I was born with them, but if I take the time to daily put on a bit of lotion, they will stay soft and smooth. It's not a lot of effort, but I have to think about it (putting it with my "daily" stuff helps).

Take the time to do something that will make you soft and smooth - put on a bit of lotion, shave your legs, or try a new body wash. Your guy will appreciate it.

Voluptuous women look good. Ignorant messages from mass media tell women what size to be, but female qualities - a softness, a soothing capacity that a woman has no matter what size she happens to be--sustain the more humane aspects of civilization. Stanley Crouch,

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Keep Him Company

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

My husband and I ended up eating dinner at slightly different times tonight and rather than leaving him to eat alone, I parked myself across the table and kept him company. We chatted about the day (the silly chickens, computer stuff, our son, things we need to do tomorrow, etc.). It's amazing how simple talk about ordinary subjects can be so sweet.

Look for those times when you can keep your husband company and enjoy a bit of companionable talk.

A happy marriage is a long conversation that always seems too short. Andre Maurois

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Appreciate Him

Monday, April 26th, 2010

My husband was cooking this afternoon and I snuck up behind him to give him a hug and a kiss. It's fun to reach out to him in unexpected places and times. Now, granted, he is a mighty fine cook (which merits him major kisses), but mostly I wanted him know that he is loved and wanted at all times. He doesn't have to do anything and be anyone other than just himself. I appreciate him. I want him.

Look for opportunities to love on your man. He's pretty special.

Nine-tenths of wisdom is appreciation. Go find somebody's hand and squeeze it... while there is still time. Dale Dauten

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Prayer for Relationships

Sunday, April 25th, 2010

Pray for your husband to have healthy, harmonious relationships.

If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18 NIV

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Take Your Time

Saturday, April 24th, 2010

It's easy to get into a rut in the bedroom. Life gets busy and, though you still make time for your sweetie, it's usually something that is quick and easy (and often the same thing). The known is safe. You know it will work and that's all you have the time and energy for.

May I suggest that from time to time (nothing wrong with putting in on your calendar), you break with the usual and plan for more time. Let your husband know how special he is by making it a priority to spend some extra time on him in the bedroom. Farm out the kids for the evening (or afternoon), turn off your phones and just enjoy each other for an extended time. Give him a long massage or try a new position. Just give yourself the time to be a bit creative and bless his socks off.

Sex on television can't hurt you unless you fall off. Author Unknown

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Intimacy in Beauty

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

My husband and I are blessed to live out in the country and we have an incredible view (we look out over a valley and across to Mt. Spokane). One of our favorite things to do is just sit together, talk (or not) and just enjoy the view. There is such a majesty about His creation and sharing that is a kind of intimacy.

I know not everyone has a spectacular view just out their window, but nature is all around us, from a nearby walking path to a state park to your backyard on a starry night. Invite your husband to go for a stroll or a drive and enjoy the beauty of creation together.

Nature is the art of God. Dante Alighieri

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