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7 Reasons I Adore My Husband After Seven Years of Marriage
There I was, nestled in the passenger seat of our car, furiously typing away on my phone. We were en route to celebrate our seven-year wedding anniversary, and I suddenly realized I hadn’t even made it to the store to pick up a card amidst the chaos of tending to our newborn and our rambunctious toddler. Guilt washed over me.
So, instead of a traditional card, I opened my “Notes” app and started jotting down my thoughts. My husband probably assumed I was lost in my phone (a common enough occurrence for both of us), but I needed to capture these feelings to share them with him over dinner. I hesitated, worried he might see this as a hasty, last-minute gesture, but I knew it was sincere.
When we finally sat down at the restaurant, I pulled out my phone and read my list to him. Here are seven things I absolutely love about my husband after seven years together:
- You Enhance Everything Around You. I noticed this just today when I hopped into my car after you ran errands; it was spotless and smelled divine thanks to the coconut air freshener you know I adore. Your obsession with cleanliness, rather than being annoying, is quite charming, and it motivates me to keep things tidy—though I still occasionally sneak in a little chaos just for fun!
- You Always Make Me Laugh. In the midst of all our life’s chaos, you still have the ability to make me laugh uncontrollably, just like that time at the seafood restaurant when I thought I might burst. I knew I had found a keeper when you kept the jokes coming, ensuring I was doubled over with laughter.
- Our Kids Think You’re Amazing. Cormac is still a tiny newborn, but I can already see him light up when he spots you. As for Lily, she is absolutely smitten with you, and it warms my heart to witness the special bond you two share. You’ve made her laugh until she could barely breathe (see point two!).
- Your Passion is Infectious. It’s what initially drew me to you. You bring such energy into our lives, and while I sometimes need quiet time after you burst in full of stories, I wouldn’t change a thing. I love your enthusiasm and hope you never stop sharing it with me—even when I’m a bit overwhelmed.
- We Balance Each Other Out. The last couple of years have thrown us challenges like job changes, pregnancies, and a lot of juggling. But we’re like a seesaw: when one of us is down, the other lifts us right back up.
- You’re a Go-Getter. Your drive and passion are evident, and even when you appear to be relaxing, I know your mind is whirring with ideas, like a computer running multiple apps in the background. You listen when I tell you to take a breather and never get defensive about it. You do the same for me, which I appreciate more than I can say.
- Your Thoughtfulness Shines Through. Whether it’s a significant event or a small occasion, you always go the extra mile to make it special—not because of extravagance, but because of your genuine love. I adore returning the favor, and I appreciate how you embrace even a quick note jotted on a phone during a car ride. It reminds me that it’s truly the sentiment that counts.
By the time I finished reading my list, I noticed his eyes were misty. It struck me how the simplest, most spontaneous gestures can make us pause and recognize what we truly mean to one another. When you’re with the right person, it matters less that your words are on a fancy card and more that they’re heartfelt, whether scribbled on a napkin or typed into an app.
Perhaps one day, when we’re not so busy managing meals and diaper changes, we’ll return to those fancy cards. But for now, what truly matters are the words that express our love, no matter how they’re delivered.
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Summary
After seven years of marriage, I reflected on the qualities that make my husband special, from his ability to brighten our home to the laughter he brings into our lives. It’s the small, thoughtful gestures and our partnership that truly matter, and I cherish every moment together, no matter how they are expressed.