Prioritize the Little Things in Marriage

“Thank you for doing the dishes, honey.” 

“Yeah, of course,” he replied. 

Some of you might think why would I thank a grown man for doing dishes when he’s more than capable of doing it? Yes, he’s fully capable (although he doesn’t load the dishes like I would, but I’m a bit of a control freak so that’s a story for another day). And yes, it shouldn’t–and doesn’t–always fall on me. So why do I thank him when he helps with a household chore?

Gratitude. 

Appreciation.

Letting the other person know how much they mean to you.

You know, being thankful. 

The man works and provides for our family. I stay at home with the kids all day (and we all know that’s hard work, too) and so, when he gets off from a long day at work and turns around to give back to me and the kids–I’m grateful. 

I say “thank you” because I want him to know I see what it is he does for me and our family every day. I never want him to forget how much I love him and how much I appreciate all he does for us. 

I never want him to feel forgotten about because, as we all know, when you have toddlers who need you for everything, marriage is hard work. It takes a lot of effort to keep that spark alive. 

And that’s why I prioritize the little things.