I'll have what she has

April 27, 2009 Reading from Bobbie Houston's book - I will have what she has. Here are some good tips for married women.

1. Cut him a little space when he needs it. At the same time encourage involvment & fairness.
2. Observe and understand. Appreciate the weight of responsibilities that he carries.
3. One of the greatest enemies to marriage is expectation that is immature.
4. Allow each other space to grow & mature.
5. Love and treasure sweet companionship. Guard your friendship. Your spouse should be your soul-mate and your best friend.
6. Embrace the learning curve together.
• Encourage when they are hard pressed or stressed
• Love when they are fragile
• Listen when they need a sounding board
• Be warm and available for his soul
• Be more than willing when his flesh needs a playmate
• Laugh together. Cry together. Grow together.
• Paint your marriage 'beautiful'
7. Be a thankful person
• Know who you are
• Know all that you are purposed to achieve
• Connect with a company of people
• Be patient with God
• Be patient with yourself. Let peace govern your heart
• Be patient with others in the puzzle