Good afternoon! Hubby has the day off so we have been just enjoying the day together. I love being able to spend the day with him. He is my best friend and a lot of fun!

If your marriage is not a happy one, let's work on making it one.I think it is so awful that 50% of marriages end in divorce. Sadder still is that I often see people divorcing who do not have huge problems. They just "lost" each other over time. They did not put any time into loving each other. Then they will date and put tons of energy into a new relationship- for awhile. If they had put half as much energy into their marriage- they would still be married- and HAPPY in their marriage. We all want to feel special. Lets be sure we find the things that make our husbands, and children feel special.

One thing I have found is a smile! Just a smile at those we love makes them smile too! When my husband comes in a room I can't help it- my eyes light up and I smile. THAT is MY MAN!! I love to watch him walk across a parking lot. He carries himself so strong and proud, And I TELL him that! He always laughs and tells me I am a nut, but he sure looks pleased to hear it! He is my best friend after all these years! I can't help it- I watch the clock just waiting for him to get home, just so I can be with him.

God bless each of you as you ponder your marriage. I hope you will share here. I think there are a lot of nice people out there who truly love their families, but were never given any examples to follow. We have all grown up with divorce swirling around us. There are not a ton of happy marriages out there for us to learn from. Lets help each other- share what you do that keeps love alive and strong. Lets give the next generation a ton of happy marriages to learn from! Hugs, Barbara