As I settled into the passenger seat of our car, I found myself frantically typing a note on my phone. We were on our way to celebrate our seventh wedding anniversary, and amidst the whirlwind of caring for a newborn and our spirited 2-year-old daughter, I hadn’t had the chance to pick up a card. Guilt washed over me, so I turned to my “Notes” app, determined to jot down my feelings during our drive to the restaurant. My husband, Alex, probably assumed I was absorbed in my phone, but I wanted to make sure I captured these sentiments to share with him over dinner. Despite being a last-minute gesture, it was genuine and heartfelt.
Seven Things I Appreciate About My Husband
When we arrived and sat down, I pulled out my phone and read him my list. Here are seven things I deeply appreciate about my husband after seven years of marriage:
- Your Touch of Care: I was reminded of this today when I got into my car after you took it for errands. It was immaculate and had that delightful scent of vanilla air freshener that you picked out just for me. Your obsession with cleanliness isn’t just tolerable; it’s actually endearing, and it encourages me to keep things in order, resisting the temptation to slightly disarrange things just to tease you.
- The Gift of Laughter: Even in the chaos of our lives, you can still make me laugh until I almost lose my composure, reminiscent of that first date at the seafood restaurant where your humor made everything feel so lighthearted. You have this incredible ability to keep the laughter flowing, even when it feels like the world is pressing down on us.
- The Kids’ Adoration: There’s something beautiful about seeing our children’s love for you. Even little Luca, still a newborn, lights up the moment you enter the room. And Mia absolutely treasures her time with you. The bond you both share is priceless, and your ability to make her laugh is a gift in itself.
- Your Fiery Spirit: It’s one of the qualities that first drew me to you. Your energy balances me perfectly—especially since I sometimes find myself overwhelmed by the demands of daily life. Even when you come home bubbling with excitement and chatter, I appreciate how you engage me, even if I occasionally zone out. Please keep sharing your thoughts with me; they mean the world.
- Our Partnership: The last couple of years have thrown their fair share of challenges at us—job transitions, the joys of new pregnancies, and the stress of parenthood. Yet, we function like a seesaw: when one of us is weighed down, the other lifts us back up, reminding me of the strength we share as a team.
- Your Hustle: Your determination is inspiring. You have this innate drive that keeps you going, and I admire how you manage to juggle everything, even when it looks like you’re just sitting quietly. You’re like a computer running multiple applications in the background, yet you know when to take a step back and listen when I remind you to pause.
- Thoughtfulness in Our Relationship: You always go out of your way to make any occasion special, whether it’s a major celebration or a small moment. Your efforts aren’t about extravagance, which is what makes them even more meaningful to me. I love that you appreciate my spontaneous notes, written in the midst of our busy lives, just as much as I love crafting little surprises for you.
By the time I finished sharing my thoughts, I noticed his eyes glistening with emotion. It reminded me that the simplest gestures often carry the most weight in our relationships. When you’re with the right person, it’s less about the presentation—be it a lavish card or a hurried note—and more about the sincerity behind the words. Perhaps one day we’ll return to glittery cards, but for now, it’s the essence of those messages that truly matters.
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In summary, reflecting on the qualities I cherish in my husband has reinforced the bond we share, even amidst the chaos of parenting. It’s a reminder that it’s the small, thoughtful gestures that count the most in our journey together.