Mutual Admiration Society

When is the last time you lavished praise on each other? Expressions of love and appreciation for one another can mean so much. Loving words are a great start. I'm not talking about flattery here. In my view, flattery is complimenting someone in an untrue way....in order to get something. No, I'm talking about giving the one you love genuine compliments--heartfelt expressions of affection and appreciation for qualities that they possess. What are those things your spouse has, does and is (pardon my grammar) that makes your life more joyful? Whatever those qualities are, it's time to express those things to your spouse. Don't assume that these feelings are already well-known around your household. Even if your love knows that you feel that way, authentic compliments still go a LONG WAY!!



Next, move from words of love to affectionate touches, full embraces and to holding each other. Make the most of the moments you have together. Show excitement when you see the love of your life--otherwise, how will anyone (including the love of your life) know that that person is the love of your life? Make it obvious!



This may all sound so elementary--because it is. But our schedules, distractions of life and even the cares and concerns of the hard knocks of life can all keep us from expressing what we need to be expressing to our lifelong partners. Don't let those factors get the best of your marriage. Give special looks, special notes and special kisses to one another. You'll begin to remember all kinds of things that made you fall in love in the first place. I highly recommend an abundance of affection toward the one to whom you pledged a lifelong love commitment.