With Thanksgiving finished we now begin the frantic rush to find the perfect Christmas gift. Now more than ever seems like a good time to remind
your spouse how much you appreciate them. Between the family
gatherings, holiday parties, and the MASSIVE amount of cooking it is
easy to lose sight of your first ministry: your spouse. So here are 5 great ways to show your spouse that you appreciate them before Christmas morning.
Special Food
Since you are probably going to be
spending a lot of time cooking anyway, make something special just
for him. Make a plate of the food that you are already cooking, hide
it and give it to him later when leftovers “run out” or whip up his
favorite dessert. No matter what you do, food is universal for “Thank
You”.
Private Praise (Be Specific)
Make a mental note of the ways that he
helps you during this time. Simple things like making a holiday
budget; keeping the bills paid, entertaining the kids while you’re
cooking etc. It is always good to verbally express your appreciation
for him shouldering his responsibilities well.
Public Praise
Be on the lookout for opportunities to
praise him in front of others. In the event that your husbands love language is Words of Affirmation you will definitely help him realize how attentive you are to him, when you say it in front of others. Don't be obnoxious, but don't be shy either.
Give him Alone Time
No matter what type of personality they have EVERYONE needs breathing room at times. Give your husband the space to hang out with the guys or just relax on his own.
***Disclaimer: The only way this is effective is if you don't make him feel guilty for having alone time.***
Flip the Script
Surprise him by planning a date (find a sitter if necessary). The key to making this date special is to do something that he really likes that you might not have never tried before. For example my husband loves video games. I'm not a fan, but earlier this month I let him teach me the basics for a few hours and it wasn't that bad! Be unconventional and see what happens.
Leave one way you appreciate your spouse (or any of your immediate loved ones) in the comments below!
Peace & Blessings
I've been thinking about this concept lately too and I love your ideas. I feel like husbands are actually pretty easy to please, if we just take the time to do it!
ReplyDeleteI agree! They are pretty simple, we just gotta put in the effort <3
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