Remembering

Not only is today a MANia Monday, it's Memorial Day here in the States. A day to remember those who have fought for our country's freedom. To remember and appreciate and be thankful for the ultimate sacrifice so many have made for us. A day for parades and picnics and family get-togethers. So here's a quick thought for you...

Memorial Day. A family day and a day to remember. After we stop and remember what others have given for our freedom, let's take time to remember other things. Things like what drew us to our spouses in the first place.

Stop and really think about that.

What attracted you to your wife? Was it her smile? Her eyes? Her laugh? After that initial attraction, what kept you coming back for more? (And ladies, these questions apply to us, too! What attracted you to your husband?) Her personality? How different she was from you?

What do you really like about your wife? What do you really appreciate about her?

Now think back to how YOU were when you were dating and engaged. Oh, I'm not talking to how in shape you were and the weight difference there may be at this point, I'm talking about how you acted around her and what you did. Are there things that you did that she really liked? Have you done any of those things recently?

Be sure to take some time this week to tell her that you appreciate her, and why you appreciate her. Do something special for her like you used to do when you were dating or engaged. Sometimes little things like that go a long way and can instantly brighten her day.

And ladies, just because this is a MANia Monday, don't think you're off the hook cuz you're not. What's good for the gander is good for the goose!

Happy Memorial Day!
Be sure to take some time to do some remembering!