100 Reasons Why I Love My Husband

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I was encouraged by Valencia at Buildeth Her House to write this list and link up on her blog.  I thought it was such a great idea, in light of the current trend of husband and man bashing.

I started, thinking “sure!  I can come up with 100 things, no problem” but as I got into it I found it difficult to come up with 100 different things to say – and this post sat in my drafts for months.

However, I decided to finish as a way of honoring Zlatko on his birthday.  And by the time I got to #100 I was thinking, “Already?  I have more things I’d like to say!”

I’d like to encourage every wife to do this.  So often we see faults, shortcomings, and are frustrated when he forgets to take out the garbage again!   We forget all those reasons why we married him in the first place – and sometimes grow lazy in digging down deep to find new reasons to love and appreciate him.  Sometimes there are right there in front of our face, but we overlooked them in our busy-ness.

So, Zlatko – this is for you.  100 reasons why I love, honor, and cherish you.  And I wouldn’t be surprised if this post finds a sequel!

Happy Birthday!!!

1. He is a hard worker
2. He doesn’t mind cleaning the house
3. He doesn’t mind ironing his own clothes if needed
4. He often takes one of the boys out to “let mommy rest”
5. He often brings me chocolate when he’s stopped by the store

6. He plays so good with the kids
7. He is a great cook
8. He is an incredible handy man
9. He has such creative ideas on making home improvements
10. He is a careful driver

11. He doesn’t mind taking the kids some mornings to let me sleep in
12. I know we can always work out a compromise – no matter the issue
13. He is sensitive to the fact that I come from a different culture – and tries hard to respect that
14. He kindly helps me dress modestly
15. He is a committed one-woman man

16. He gently protects me
17. He always tries to see the other side of the story.
18. He jokes easily
19. He writes his own version of English lyrics – that almost never have any meaning at all, and half the time aren’t even words, but somehow always seem to catch on…and in the end its how we all sing the song.
20. Is open to try new things

21. Calls from work to offer to pick up take-out when he knows I had a hard night with the kids
22. He places a great priority on family
23. Knows the Word
24. Refuses to compromise his convictions
25. Is a godly man

26. Is a great preacher!
27. Never stays angry
28. Is not afraid to be affectionate in front of the children
29. Is an awesome dad
30. Is wise with finances

31. Cares well for his mother
32. Knows how to make me laugh hard
33. Is unselfish
34. Is a great drummer
35. Encourages me to better my talents

36. Makes great efforts to reject negativity
37. Is punctual
38. Is sensitive to other needs
39. Has never refused to change a diaper, bathe the kids, or get them dressed for the day
40. Has never referred to housework as “woman’s work”.

41. Holds to values that others long ago rejected – even ones that have grown controversial
42. Is a picker!
43. Loves garage saling
44. Loves thrifting!
45. Is a sucker for a good deal and can dicker down

46. Hunts around for the best deal rather than taking the first offer
47. Takes good care of his things
48. Washes the car often
49. Keeps the inside of the car looking tidy
50. Really cares for the kids and their wellbeing

51. Is great about daddy-son time
52. Likes to joke with the kids
53. Hold the kids tenderly when they cry
54. Kisses their owies away
55. Is disciplined

56. Is steady
57. Is strong
58. “Quiet waters run deep”
59. Is a plodder – not “here today gone tomorrow”
60. Has life-long friends (that means a lot!)

61. Is loyal
62. Invests in friendships
63. Never minds grocery shopping
64. Developed his own habits when he was single
65. Is in shape

66. Has a strong sense of values
67. Has a great sense of ownership and caring for ones property
68. Does not need to “keep up with the Joneses”
69. Taught me to cook Croatian/Bosnian cuisine
70. Calls his mom to ask for new recipes (and then teaches me!)

71. Appreciates simple things
72. Has a good self image
73. Cares deeply about people
74. Reaches out to others – even strangers
75. Cares deeply for the needy

76. Is a giver
77. Takes care of his parents
78. Gives to the poor
79. Has a strong sense of responsibility
80. Is polite

81. Has good manners
82 Encourages me to take mommy time out
83. Encourages me to invest in my friends
84. Is hospitable
85. Loves to entertain

86. Is smart
87. Keeps learning
88. Is not a people-pleaser
89. Values others
90. Loves history

91. Is open to different ideas
92. Likes to re purpose discarded items
93. Is very discerning
94. Doesn’t follow the crowd
95. Is decisive

96. Does  not make rash decisions
97. Doesn’t mind letting me handle matters at home
98. Is not controlling
99. Is wise
100. Loves Jesus with all his heart!

Here are some of my favorite books on marriage:

The Power of a Praying® WifeThe Virtuous Life of a Christ-Centered Wife: 18 Powerful Lessons for Personal GrowthMessy Beautiful Love: Hope and Redemption for Real-Life MarriagesThe Good Wife’s Guide: Embracing Your Role as a Help Meet100 Prayers for Your Marriage: Draw Close to Each Other and Closer to GodThe Ultimate Marriage Vow: 21 Days of a Life-Long CommitmentWomen Living Well: Find Your Joy in God, Your Man, Your Kids, and Your HomeLove Must Be Tough: New Hope for Marriages in CrisisLove for a Lifetime: Building a Marriage That Will Go the Distance (Dobson, James)A Woman After God’s Own Heart®