Today I just want share encouragement to do something loving for your husband. No matter how you feel or what your budget is, you can do something from this list. If you have any suggestions you'd like to share also, please post them in comments below! Mine are not in order of importance:
1. Make a care package
Austin has done this for me, and I for him. When I'm really stressed out, he might come home with my favorite snack from CVS, or a single rose (But don't have expectations! They will fail you!).
So while I was out running errands this week, I realized I hadn't given him a gift in a while. My package consisted of one of his favorite magazines, some power bars, energy drinks, Arnold Palmers, cheesy chips, and a kiss <3
Every man is different. Think about his favorite little gadgets or other things--it could be gum, a cigar, a reading light, a pair of work gloves, or who knows. Be creative!
2. Cook a man meal for him.
Most men love meat! But whatever his favorite is, surprise him with it.
3. Give him the gift of your silence.
If there's something that you struggle with that is disrespectful, embarrassing, or annoying to him, try to break the habit. And start by doing it for at least one day.
It could be biting your nails, talking too much when he just gets home from work, or maybe it's something you normally nag him about. Whatever it is, find a verse that pertains to your struggle, hide it in your heart (memorize it!), and apply it to your life to stop sinning in that area and to enhance your marriage.
4. If he slacks in an area that is generally his responsibility but he's extremely busy or tired, pick up the slack for him as his helper.
Maybe it's taking out the trash, paying a bill, or something to do with the kids.
5. Apologize to him for something in which you failed to admit wrongdoing--however long ago it was.
If you spoke disrespectfully to him, had a bad attitude, or were lazy about something that matters to him--show him respect and humility and say you're sorry, asking for his forgiveness (and of course, try not to do it any more!).
6. Surprise him in an intimate manner.
I need to go no farther on this one ; )
7. Pray with him.
Austin and I do this with each other daily, and it has been the single greatest factor in our unity so far. Usually he leads us in prayer, but when he's worried about a test or he's wiped out from no sleep, I ask if I can pray for him and with him. Pray for him to have peace, strength, wisdom, self-control, and success if it be God's will.
8. Sacrifice a little.
Okay, so we're poor right now. And most of us young spouses are. So we don't always have the George Washingtons to eat out.
Sometimes when I plan a meal, we eat it faster than expected and that might leave us one evening with a less-than-desirable amount of leftovers.
Usually our men need more than us (and for those of us wanting to lose weight this is PERFECT!). Give him some of your portion that you would normally eat.
Don't worry. I'm pretty sure you won't starve to death in one day ; )
9. Make yourself attractive to him.
Shower regularly. Do your makeup the way he likes it (and ask a Mary Kay consultant to help you..aghem!). Dress in a way that pleases him (within reason and not in a sinful way, of course). Does he like you with or without perfume? Ask him how he likes you to do your hair.
As Beth Moore once said, "Cover up!! But do it CUTELY!!"
10. Save your best for him.
Save your best conversation, jokes, energy, time, and looks for him. Even if he doesn't acknowledge it right away or ever--it will change things. Scout's honor.
Now share your ideas!
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