This past weekend, your favorite southern couple went out with some friends Saturday night to one of our favorite local Cajun joints. The food, and company, was, as always, fantastic. After a couple hours of eating and gabbing, we decided to come back to our place for games and more laughs. As we were leaving, I noticed that our friend Brad was not only refilling Jodi’s drink, but was also holding her purse, as she was indisposed. Now, it’s not the first time I thought this, but that’s when it hit me…these 2 are great for each other!
Throughout the years, people have made fun of the guy who carries his woman’s purse. Heck, Brad Paisley even wrote a song about it! Now, I know that something as small as carrying her purse is not indicative of lasting 50 years, but it does reveal a characteristic that, in my opinion, does relate to a lasting relationship…consideration. Being considerate of your partner, and their feelings, is vital to a relationship. It shows that without their request, you’re willing to help them, it reveals a deeper connection between you both and a desire to put your partners feelings before your own. And as you all know, on this point, Jerrill and I do not waiver. We put each other’s feelings ahead of our own. Not out of obligation, but out of love and respect. And while it might not work for everyone, it works pretty well for us! Do we have our moments? Sure, nobody’s perfect, and everyone has their moments where they don’t think. But the effort is what counts.
So, here is your homework. Look at your own relationship. Do you think you’re a considerate partner? Can you name examples? If you can, great. If not, perhaps you should try and incorporate a couple of new ideas into your relationship.
Just a little food for thought! But you know, a strong bond between partners can help you get through the upcoming holidays, amongst other things!
Tags: emotional piggybank, Marriage, Relationships, Spouse
