The Legend of Thousand Hills Farm

Thoughts on my husband

Well, yesterday my beloved turned 42!  I can't believe I managed to marry such an old man.   Of course, when I married him, he wasn't quite so old!  I look back on our wedding pictures, and he looks so young.  Imagine, a 25 year old looking young.  He has come a long way in the past 17 years.  He has a strong work ethic, he is a good husband, wonderful father, and above all - he desires to be a godly man.  I am so thankful for him. 

I was reminded once again today that I need to reverence him, and when there are things that need to be brought to his attention, I need to be careful of my attitude and tone of voice.  How easy it is for a Mama to talk to her husband as if he were just one more child in the family.  But he is not.  He is my head and covering, and I must come to him with love, respect, and reverence. 

I have been bad in the past about expecting him to help with household duties, and I have come to realize, he has enough on his plate without adding my job to it.  I am trying to be careful to only ask his help when I REALLY need it, and then let him know that I am so thankful for all he does.  He is so good about fixing fences, repairing things around the house that need repairing - as best as finances allow, getting wood, etc.  Not bad for someone who grew up in town!  These things all fall into *providing*, and I think that they give him a sense of accomplishment, that he may not really get at work.  They also provide opportunity for his boys to work alongside of him, and I love to see that happen.  He and the boys have also been busy hunting during every free moment.  So far, there is no meat in our freezer, but I am confident that they will be successful.