Strangling Your Husband is NOT an Option

Okay, I promise this is the last post on self help and bettering oneself I'll do for awhile.  But I just finished a book and LOVED it.

Before you think our marriage is in dire straights, let me explain the background to why I read this book.  I have had this phrase in my mind for about the last year and can't remember how it got there, but I know someone high up in the church said it.  Anyway the phrase is, "Are you praying daily and asking Heavenly Father to help you be the wife you need to be for your husband?"  That hit me hard.  I had prayed for our marriage and him but not for myself.  So, I started doing it expecting to all of a sudden be a better wife (i.e. not trying to change him and not be so darn naggy!  ).  I don't know why I thought that; that's not how it works.  I needed to do something about it.

It's no secret that I've become an avid reader this past year.  I've read books on a bunch of different subjects. And about a month ago, a thought came to me to get a book on how to be a better wife.  I've read books and magazines on how to be a better parent, I'm sure a book on being a better wife would be helpful.  So, I found myself shopping (with just one kid) and thought here's my chance to go to Deseret Book and see what I can find.  This book popped out and of course being the cheap person I'm known for bought it off of Amazon and saved myself $12.  It was well worth the wait and it was only $6.50, used!

I loved the book so much that I read it in a few days (I did warn Bo about the title and told him what the book was about) and I now have a totally new perspective on men, their thought process, and new ways I can put Bo first.  It is a must read!

I didn't really like the title of the book, but after reading the book and getting to know the personality of the author it totally fits her.  There are some things in the book that I didn't love, such as the author makes sure she always has acrylic nails to make sure she looks her best. She tends to be a bit materialistic.  But I just found myself thinking throughout the book, "this totally makes sense, why haven't I thought of this myself?"  

Anyway, most of the people I know have been married 5-9 years and are nearing the 7 year slump or are past it.  This book is great to help keep the sparks alive and make your husband feel loved which in turn benefits you and your children too. :) It is great for any stage though.  There's something in it for everyone!