GRATITUDE IN MARRIAGE It is so easy to overlook or take for granted the little things that our spouses do on a daily basis to make life work for our families. Johns and my life together over the past 42 years has been filled with opportunities to appreciate each other, and the benefits of our union. We have mentioned in the past that John has sickle cell anemia and chronic asthma. Although he has only had one major crisis in the past several years, there was a time when he was very sick regularly. In those times, my marital gratitude was awakened by the awareness of all the things that he did that now fell on me. Then, there was the period of time that I was down for 2 years and John had to take of most of my responsibilities as well as continue with his. We had a business and ministry to run, as well as our household and aging parents to care of. Dont wait for a catastrophe in your home to appreciate your spouse. Take notice of their efforts and appreciate him/her NOW. Your marriage will grow most in the areas that you give most attention to! If you express appreciation and gratitude most often, your spouse will be more inclined to consistently meet those standards. If you spend more time grumbling and complaining, your spouse will feel no need to try to please you. Whether it is the bill-paying, caring for the kids, taking out the garbage or bringing home the bacon, let your spouse know that you appreciate his/her effort! When your spouse goes out of his/her way to show love--go over-the-top in expressing your appreciation and gratitude--this will work wonders in your attitude AND his/her self esteem!
Posted on: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 18:13:35 +0000
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