Day three's challenge was not accomplished until day 4 as there was no money left in the envelope for buying that unselfish gift. I did however manage to make up for it in otherways. It was quite unselfish, in my opinion;) The 'thoughtful' day was another extreme challenge to execute as we spent the entire day together and were never apart for more than 15 minutes for me to call and ask how he was doing. Kind of frustrating but I also made a point to follow through on day 5. I am a check it off of the list kind of gal. Day 5 used to be the one I dreaded but had made it a part of my spring cleaning routine over the last few years, checking in on my progress. Last night, Eric could only think of one thing he would caution me about. I asked what I could change and he only said 'caution' as I might not be doing it, but have a tendency to fall into. He also could only think of 1 thing when I asked for 3. He must have been tired. He used to give me several answers to that same question. Humbling as it is, his request was for me to be conscious of exaggerating. That's such a hard truth to swallow. I already struggle with honesty where he does not and it must be dissapointing and dishonoring to him when I am less than what I desire. It doesn't only affect me! Pray for me ladies. That I may honor my husband by telling nothing but the truth and choose not to make my stories 'more interesting' to get attention. This has been a hard day of processing and prayer but I know it will ultimately lead to a stronger marriage in the end, and I, a stronger person of character.
See you later tonight as I am off to tackle day 6
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