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June 24, 2014 / Avoid Divorce

It’s Relationship Architect Time…

“If momma ain’t happy…”

How’s that end?

Unfortunately we all know… “ain’t nobody happy…”

Because we create the atmosphere in our homes.

Just time for a short dare this morning… hope you are “in” – let us know!

Dare you today to text, email, or leave a voice mail for your husband… something like, “Just because I love you, I want to make your favorite for dinner tonight… I’m thinking XYZ, how’s that sound?” 

See if he doesn’t come home on time in a good mood. 

Double Dog Dare you to GREET him with enthusiasm (YES, even if it feels corny – be a welcoming committee!) instead of greeting him with a barage of complaints and problems!  Think about it…if we will put a little effort back into our marriage (like we did when we were trying to catch him in the first place…) we can make it a better place for both of us. 

A place that fulfills Ephesians 5:32…reflecting Christ’s relationship with the church.

So seriously greet your husband – as though you actually are glad to see him.

Then give him a few minutes to detox from the day – and make this a new habit…I will bet some of you have already done this – TRIPLE dog dare you to share why and what it’s done for your marriage – ask your husband, even!  🙂 

I have had several husbands over the years say this is the most important change they’ve seen in their wives as a result of Daughters of Sarah – it’s a simple thing, and not one I pretend to understand, but I’ll bet it has something to do with being a warrior returning home… 

Come on Titus 2 ladies!  Who’s in?  🙂

Dare you to comment, share, and challenge other women to do the same.

So glad to be on the journey with you…

Love to you,

~Nina

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  2. Toni says:
    April 12, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    I so in!!! Even forwarded to some other sisters to join in!! Let’s go….

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  3. Gerri C says:
    April 12, 2012 at 10:18 am

    I do greet my sweet husband with enthusiasm, and it usually makes for a very pleaseant evening!! I work nights 3 nights a week, so it is very easy for me to be excited to see him at the end of the day on my nights off.

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