February's chapter entitled "Remember Love" tackles the subject of marriage. After twenty-two years together and the stress of kids and jobs, whose marriage couldn't use a little boost? I can readily connect to the areas of focus chosen by the author - she really understands the "ins and outs" of relationships. Her personal goals were to: quit nagging, don't expect praise or appreciation, fight right, no dumping, and give proofs of love.
I am interested to find out what the object of some of these goals is, especially the less obvious titles. However, three of them hit home immediately. To be honest, I find that my husband does more nagging than I do, but it certainly is an area everyone can improve on and that includes nagging not only our spouse but our children as well. As far as expecting praise or appreciation, after so many years together it is nice when you get it, but it is certainly not expected. The third area, give proofs of love, made me remember the many times my husband has done thoughtful things for me that went unnoticed. For example, just yesterday as I was running to a workshop, he made me a cup of tea to take with me and I hadn't even asked. If actions speak louder than words, then these little "proofs of love" are just as important as a verbal "I love you".
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