[mckenzie7]

Not to sound irreverent, but I was told to treat my husband as good as I treat the dog. After being told that, I never walked past where my husband was sitting that I didn’t give him a kiss or a pat.
Of course, all of the points that were mentioned also helped. We’ve just celebrated our 49th year and are more in love than the day we were married.

[NYer]

Not to sound irreverent, but I was told to treat my husband as good as I treat the dog. After being told that, I never walked past where my husband was sitting that I didn’t give him a kiss or a pat.

Sage advice from a very wise person! The priest who married my parents recommended they selflessly place their spouse first when making decisions.

Of course, all of the points that were mentioned also helped. We’ve just celebrated our 49th year and are more in love than the day we were married.

Congratulations!!! My parents just celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary with renewal of their marriage vows at Mass. It was a simple ceremony that included the exchange of new rings and a blessing from the officiating priest. Naturally, the entire congregation joined in with a round of applause. It is so rare today to see couples reach this anniversary. I would encourage you to contact your parish priest and arrange for a papal blessing. He will go through the diocese to submit your request to the Vatican. You will receive a beautiful certificate from the Holy Father. Start now because it takes time.

Thank you for the beautiful post! May it encourage others who drop by to love and respect their husband or wife, like they do their dog ;-)

[SaltyJoe]

Actually, a woman can learn a lot about a man by owning a dog. Did you ever find that tickle spot on the rib cage that makes a guys leg go thump thump thump?