Try the Unexpected
Who doesn't like a small, unexpected gift ... now and then? Something your spouse loves, but hasn't had in awhile: his favorite bread from his favorite bakery that you were able to stop at while doing errands in that part of town ... a bathtub pillow, a little treat to get her motivated to take time for one of her favorite ways to relax. These can be practical gifts, special treats, and little things you've heard your partner mention ... a batch of socks sorely needed ... that bestseller now that it just came out in paperback. Little surprises are fun and appreciated, but most importantly they are a loving reminder that our partner is thinking about us!
Posted by Sharon Gilchrest O'Neill at June 3, 2010 
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Tags: couples gifts marriage surprises
Categories: uncategorized
Tags: couples gifts marriage surprises
There was one week that I did exactly that for Hank 2 times bought something because I thought he liked it...and each time he told me..I said I bought it for him he said "I never said I like that !!!!" and of course my feelings were a bit hurt and later he realized what he had done/said. Then, a week later I did it again, new shoelaces for his books..he said he needed some...and when he saw them he smiled strangely and said...a bit overdone..Oh, thanks so much !!!..just what I needed !!!...I knew something was not right..and it turned out..no he didn't need them...he had 4 such pair in his drawers..but he did act apreciative..a bit over the top..but appreciative all the. I questioned him on it...and then we both had a good laugh. I do think that nice acts are good but so are nice words.
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Marriage is definitely about both words and actions!
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It's okay to isolate, as long as you don't do it alone.
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