Womanly Advice

In the Biblical book, Titus, it is written that older women should teach what is good.  They're also told to train or urge younger women to love their husbands.  Well, it occurred to me one day that I am indeed an older woman—not ancient, mind you, but older than the young whippersnappers out there.  And having been married for over one quarter of a century, I dare say I’ve learned a thing or two about living with a man.  If you’re interested, here are a few thoughts off the top of my head:

 

1)      Remember you’re on the same team.  What hurts one of you, hurts both.

2)      He has strengths and weaknesses—just like you do.

3)      He’s not your girlfriend.  Don’t expect him to act like her.  He doesn’t know how.

4)      Don’t disrespect him—especially in front of others.

5)      Don’t assume that if he loves you he will be able to read your mind.

6)      Don’t forget that he wants you to think highly of him.

7)      Acknowledge his positive qualities.  A little praise can make his week.

8)      Cut him some slack when he makes a mistake—he’ll love you for it.

9)      Physical affection goes a long way in a man’s world.

10)   Look for the good in him—it’s there.  Be thankful for the good you find.

11)   Look to the real God for complete fulfillment—don’t lay that burden on your husband’s shoulders. 

12)   Cook for the man if you can—as funny as it seems, a lot of guys love that! 

13)   If he says he likes your hair long, grow it out!  It won’t hurt you and it will give him a thrill!

14)   Smile—show him you’re happy to see him.

15)   Be nice—you’ll discover a kind of power of which you were unaware.

There’s plenty more where those came from, but that should give you something to chew on for a while!  Oh, and here’s a good verse to learn to go along with the above:

And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, 

even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.   

Ephesians 4:32