Comments on: Talking Tuesday

By: Ashley McIlwain

Ashley McIlwain — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:30:11 +0000

Jerry, that’s wonderful that you sacrificed your own feelings to do something important and interesting to your wife. It’s amazing how we can lead our hearts, not follow them. I know for me, when my husband wants me to do something that’s a little less than appealing, I think about what an honor it is that he would want me to be a part of something that’s important to him. That usually helps me change my attitude because it then becomes quality time and an act of love instead of a painful obligation. It’s all in our attitude I think. Thanks so much for sharing!

By: Jerry

Jerry — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:10:07 +0000

I try to get involved in my wifes interests. For one thing I have come to love going to yard sales with her. At one time I hated doing that type of thing, but now, I really love it. I wanted her to see that she meant enough to me that I was willing to do it because her. It is important for each of us to know that the other will do, even things that are not pallatable to us, for the sake of the other. If we support each how can we loose.

By: Ashley McIlwain

Ashley McIlwain — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 19:52:02 +0000

Kim G., thanks for joining the conversation! Great points! I wholeheartedly agree with you. It’s incredibly important to cultivate the passions of our spouse to help him/her fulfill their potential and purpose.

By: Ashley McIlwain

Ashley McIlwain — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 19:50:21 +0000

Jamie, it’s so encouraging to read about your love and admiration for your husband! How nice that he supports your crafts, and you’ve encouraged him to volunteer with the local hockey team. Supporting one another’s passions and interests is such a wonderful gift to give to one another. Thanks for kicking off the conversation!

By: Kim G

Kim G — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:35:00 +0000

I totally agree that having your other half as a support system is absolutely necessary and amazing. Making sure to still pursue your individual interest while being committed is important and healthy. Love is supposed to be unselfish so being able to share your spouses interest or just being able to be encouraging and supportive will mean a lot and keep you both happy and satisfied

By: Jamie Bradley

Jamie Bradley — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:25:15 +0000

My husband is amazing!! He is always there to give a helping hand. I do craft shows and its a lot of work setting up. he will carry tables, take care of the kids, come “shopping” to visit me, pretty much anything he can do to help. He doesn’t ever complain and is happy to help.
Recently my husband’s coworker told him that the local hockey team was looking for volunteers to keep stats and asked if he wanted to go with him to volunteer. My husband is a sports guy, he enjoys many sports. He was nervous and doubting his ability to handle to task and was worried about spending the many hours a week away for the family. I was like are kidding, this will be like a dream come true for you….do it..do it!!! He has been volunteering for several months & just loves it. He is so excited to tell me about the game when he gets home. I’m so proud of him, and brag about him every chance I get!! Thankful to God for sending me a wonderful man.