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Are you making time for your marriage?
Stephanie Foster
Web Site: Home with the Kids
It's easy to lose track of the important things when you are
raising a family. It's hard enough to pay enough attention to
your marriage when you have children; if you add working from
home to the mix, it can become nearly impossible. Yet a strong
marriage is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children.
There are some simple ways to make sure your spouse knows how
much he or she means to you, however. These tips won't solve all
your problems, but they will help you to remember how much your
spouse means to you.
1. Say "I love you" often. My husband and I say these three
little words every day. We start the day with them, and the day
ends with them. It means so much to hear the words, even when you
know your spouse loves you.
2. Be honest with each other about your needs. If your spouse is
not doing something you wish he or she would do, say so, whether
it's helping with housework or cuddling. Don't be
confrontational, of course.
3. Show appreciation for the things your spouse does. Not only is
saying "thank you" a good example to set for your kids, it's one
of those small things that makes a huge difference in how people
feel about what they've done.
4. Take time to listen. Make sure you know what is going on in
your spouse's life. Emotional support is utterly vital in a good
marriage.
5. Get time away from the kids together. It doesn't matter if
it's for an hour or a few days, just do it. You need to remind
yourselves what you mean to each other, and to just relax in each
other's company. No need for fancy plans, dinner and a movie or
even just a walk will do. Try for at least once a month, better
yet, once a week.
6. If you work from home, don't let your job or business run your
entire life. Keep a schedule, just as you would at a traditional
job. It's easy to let these things get out of hand, but remember
why you're working from home in the first place and keep your
priorities straight.
A good marriage is one of the best things in life. Don't take it
for granted. You'll be giving yourself and your family a gift
that lasts a lifetime.
Stephanie Foster is the owner of Home with the Kids, a resource
that knows that there's more to staying home with your family
than just business. From money saving tips to parenting and
marriage tips, to work at home jobs and businesses, you can get
information and support here. You can visit the site at
http://www.homewiththekids.com
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