7 Promises Every Husband Should Make (and Keep) to His Wife

I can't speak for all women, certainly, but generally, all the women I've come to know concur with the following list of "wishes" they would love for their husband to abide by. This is not to say that women should not abide by wishes made by their husbands as well (of course, there are a few), but this article deals with solely what the wife craves and desires.

I WILL NURTURE YOU

When your wife is ill, be the best nurturer you can be. No woman expects her husband to turn into Florence Nightingale over night (and probably doesn't want him to, either!) but it shouldn't be a stretch of energy or of the imagination to perhaps, every couple hours, go to her bedside and ask if she needs something. Medication? A massage? Sucrets? Ice cream? More than likely, she has been there for you when you were sick, now it's time to return the favor.

Also when your wife is ill, do your best to keep the children away from her (if that's her desire). Naturally, children go to their mother (usually) for their requests (juice, playdates, cookies, etc). Step in for her and deal with these decisions yourself.

HOW ARE YOU FEELING?

Don't assume your wife is 100% better because she's now doing the laundry. Ask her how she's feeling, and even if she still feels crappy, it'll make her feel better that you cared enough to ask.

THESE FLOWERS ARE FOR YOU!

Whether you've been in your relationship with her for one or fifty years, buy your wife flowers on Valentine's Day! There is no excuse. If you cannot afford to buy her roses, buy her wildflowers, or a simple bouquet. The thought is what counts here, and instead of your wife believing (as you do) that your relationship has 'moved past that silly romance stage' - she will be (to some degree) hurt and let down that you didn't care enough to get her flowers on this traditional day for lovers. (Flowers on her birthday are a darn good idea as well!)

IS THAT A NEW SKIRT?

Is your wife wearing something new? Does she appear especially jubilant or cheery today? Women, usually, buy clothes that make them feel and look good. Instead of admiring her from afar (or not caring either way), toss her a compliment about how well the new skirt compliments her legs. Speaking for all women, any genuine compliment has amazing heartfelt longevity. It serves as a validation to your wife's femininity.

LET ME HELP YOU WITH THAT...

Offer to help with laundry, the dishes, cook a meal, bathe the children, anything that is usually done by your wife. This doesn't have to happen all the time (or it wouldn't be her chore, after all!) but for example, if your wife is ill, in a bad mood, drained, in a hurry, offering to help will boost her confidence in you as a team player. And marriage is, after all, a team sport.

COME HERE FOR A SECOND...

Spontaneously hug your wife. For the most part, women especially, are tactile creatures. Many women have skin hunger and consider hugs to be not just pleasurable, but therapeutic. A spontaneous hug from you, her husband, can only increase her love for you, boost her immune system, and bring your family closer together as a whole. And when the children see the two of you interacting in this way, they will feel more secure as well. Everyone wins!

STAND BACK!

Kill the spider! (or cockroach, or stinkbug, or whatever creepy critter has crossed her path). No, it won't matter if you tell her she is a thousand times bigger than the bug and she shouldn't be afraid. All that counts to your wife is that the bug is gross, and it could, potentially, crawl across her hands or end up in her hair. She'll be happy to grab the tissue for you, or the vacuum if you, too, are afraid. She will be forever grateful and you will remain King in her eyes!