Sense and Sensitivty:

[cereta]

DEAR HARRIETTE: I feel like the luckiest man in the world when I look back and I see how good my wife has been to me. When I was younger, I played the field, and she never left me. We got married young, and I sowed my oats even after we got married.

I’m not proud of my indiscretions, but I do want to do something for my wife to celebrate her and our marriage. I had surgery recently, and she has been way better than a nurse to me. How can I show her my appreciation now? -- Filled With Gratitude, Los Angeles

DEAR FILLED WITH GRATITUDE: Start by telling your wife on a regular basis how much you love and appreciate her. Notice the little things she does and comment on them. Think about what she loves to do, and plan a special occasion to give that to her. It could be taking a trip or going to the museum or a play. It could be watching a chick flick or taking a walk. Tap into what makes your wife smile, and offer that to her every day. Paying attention to her needs and desires will show her your appreciation.

Comments

[cereta]

[cynical Lucy]:
Dear Harriette,
I was a lousy husband for most of my marriage, and now that I'm older and having health problems, I want to make sure my wife sticks around to take care of me. How do I do that?
[/cynical Lucy]

Possibly I am just in a bad mood today.

[the_rck]

I'm pretty sure your interpretation is right. My father suddenly got worried about treating a wife well enough to keep her with him right after he had quadruple bypass surgery. He tried to guilt me into leaving Scott to go live with him instead. I think he was surprised that I wouldn't even consider it.

[minoanmiss]

Possibly you are clear-eyed now and always.

Feh.

[jadelennox]

Possibly you are 100% right.

[didotwite]

filled with something, that's for sure