Most husbands realize there are benefits to complimenting their wives. The problem for some men is they simply lack the know-how to pull it off without spending a night on the couch. To remedy this situation and aid his fellow man, my husband has decided to pen a book of helpful hints for husbands. It's actually a list of what not to say to your wife if you plan to stay married. Unfortunately, quite a few entries were born form his own complimentary blunders. Thankfully, though, I know his heart's intention, and I have a sense of humor. A few choice entries include: "You're a beauty in disguise." "I wish my calves were as big as yours." "Don't worry if the pants I bought are too big for you. You'll grow into them." My personal favorite occured as Rick was trying to "speak my language." I was an art major when we met and took several art classes during our first years of marriage. Rick climbed into bed one night and amorously purred, "Lin, you're more beautiful than the women Leonardo Da Vinci painted." Laughter exploded from inside of me, completely confusing Rick. I scrambled to get my History of Art book and proceeded to show Casanova several of the roly-poly, pudgy women that Leo had painted. For his defense he replied, "See, I told you that you were more beautiful!" Matthew j22:30 comes to mind. It would benefit all of us if we acted in more angelic ways when it comes to marriage. Angels hear directly from God and carry out His will. Angels defend the weak and protect the righteous. Angels do most of their work unnoticed. And angels rejoice every single time someone turns their life over to the Lord. Every once in a long while, Rick endearingly calls me "angel-face." That name alone cancels out several of his other "compliments." Men. You gotta love 'em.
Miau
North Wind
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