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| EllynAnne |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 11:42:04 AM
Hey! I wrote earlier to Grace, but am so pathetic with this blogging thing, I think I posted incorrectly or something, so here goes again.
I am designing a New Bride's Advice apron, and I'm seeking marital advice to print on the fabric. All advice is appreciated, and if chosen, will be accompanied by the contributor's name. Example: Don't correct his table manners. He already has a mother. EllynAnne Geisel.
I just know y'all have some tidbits you'd love to share!
EllynAnne
www.apronmemories.com
Tie One On...an apron, of course! |
| 23 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Carol Sue |
Posted - Aug 09 2007 : 12:39:27 AM
Marriage is a job cause it takes lots of work!!!!!
Understanding that you have to work at it, is a step towards wisdom.
Enjoying life. |
| katmom |
Posted - Aug 08 2007 : 11:51:59 PM
I had the good fortune to marry my High School sweetheart, and here we are 35 years(in Nov.)later we still are the best of friends, we act like teenagers and we still like to "smooch". I can't imagine spending my golden years with anyone but him.
Just before we got married, our Pastor equated marriage/a loving relationship to a pyramid, we are at the bottom & God at the top. As we grow closer to each other, we grow closer to God. And, As we grow closer to God, we grow closer to each other.
"Marriage is a blessing", It's not easy, and at times can be down right frustrating, but in the end so worth it.
"Happiness is being married to your best friend" and it is so true!
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
| janetinva123 |
Posted - Aug 08 2007 : 2:10:46 PM
love the startch his shorts one.
Jc
http://beloved-creations.blogspot.com
http://beloved-creations.com |
| mommatracy |
Posted - Aug 08 2007 : 11:29:45 AM
Someone gave this advice to me 34yrs ago. " Start out like you can hold out". I hope this doesn't sound sarcastic. Made sense to me. |
| queenofdreamsz4u |
Posted - Aug 06 2007 : 3:17:31 PM
Here's another one,
"Marriage, the Eternal Friendship"
"Marriage - a Freindship for Eternity"
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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| sewgirlie |
Posted - Aug 06 2007 : 2:31:41 PM
Don't stray from the marriage when it gets tough, just keep working on it and fall in love again!
(I have many friends who wish they had done this when they got "bored" with the marriage)
The grass may be greener on the other side, but it still has to be mowed. (I think my nana said this, to remind me that once you have the settled in after being all starry eyed, you still have to pay bills, do housekeeping, etc) |
| gateway girl |
Posted - Aug 06 2007 : 2:14:34 PM
What a great idea! How about: Never part for the day or go to sleep without saying I Love You! This advice comes from being widowed very young.
Shari
Life is a chain of moments of enjoyment, it's not just about survival. Live every second to it's fullest!
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| bramble |
Posted - Aug 06 2007 : 12:51:44 PM
How about "Choose your love, love your choice" or
Treat your partner as you wish to be treated.
When you are good and mad at him, do something nice for him. It will almost always open the door to a more positive step in the right direction.
Three ways to NEVER start a conversation "Why don't you....", "You never...", or "I told you but you weren't listening... again..."
Welcome to the group by the way!
with a happy heart |
| Mumof3 |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 7:14:25 PM
What a wonderful idea for an apron! I love all of these bits of wisdom that have been shared. If I had to give one piece of advice, it would be this: "Always ask for hubby's help with the "big" jobs. Then fix them yourself when he's finished!" (I was blessed with a husband who has the understanding of the "How" and "Why", but no ability to practically apply it. Poor thing.)
And don't forget this one- Always say "Thank you." Even if you don't mean it.
Karin
Wherever you go, there you are.
Come visit me at:
www.madrekarin.etsy.com
www.madrekarin.blogspot.com |
| Carol Sue |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 6:23:57 PM
Shirley, LMAO
and Georgann, I agree, that is hysterial about shartch his shorts. I think I need to embroider that one!!!!!!!
Enjoying life. |
| katmom |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 4:07:23 PM
ok, Georgann,
I am still giggling,,,,,
I love the "starch his shorts" idea!!!! lololololol!!!!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
| Aunt George |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 3:57:25 PM
Serious: "Never give unsolicited advice."
Humorous: "Never let the sun set on your anger...stay up and starch his shorts."
Loving: "Surprise him with clean sheets." (This was some of the best advice given to me years and years ago!)
Learned from hard living: "Be youself...if he doesn't like it...then still be yourself!"
Love the advice apron idea!!
G
http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html
http://auntgeorge.etsy.com
"Made With Love" |
| katmom |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 3:41:38 PM
Hey EllynAnne,
Got on the MJF site & saw you had posted on my "Katmom has arrived".. I responded to you there.
Ok, so I was lurking around, found you had posted here & wow! what cute bits of wisdom the gals have come up with!
I have to admit (giggle giggle) I luv Shirley's the best. I am sure that meeting ones darling husband at the door in only an apron will make for a pleasant evening.(insert 'blushing')
My favorite, :"Stand by your man, not infront, not behind". I guess proper english would be: Stand beside your husband, not infront of him, nor behind him".
How awesome that you are having fabric created with words of wisdom. I can hardly wait to see it. I can envision a cute pinafore Brides apron made from the fabric.
Come out and play with us more often. We are a gabby bunch, but what fun!
If you ever get to Spokane, give me/us a holler!
tata-4-now,
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
| Shirlaroo |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 11:23:36 PM
To seek attention from your new husband. Wear this apron .... and nothing else.
Friends are the best collectables. |
| queenofdreamsz4u |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 10:39:58 PM
"Nurture the little boy, Love the man".
"Always be understanding - this is True Love".
"Loving means being able to listen".
"Train the son, not the husband".
"Fall in love and discover perfection".
...til next time - queenofdreamsz
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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| Carol Sue |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 9:21:11 PM
AS my hubby says, Learn to say yes, dear and smile. He has done it for 24 years. Yep it works.
Laugh together often, it relieves tension!!
Enjoying life. |
| Lizabeth |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 7:06:31 PM
"Improve your communication: Take time to take showers together"
;)
http://www.handcraftsbyheather.com |
| Maryjane Lee |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 6:48:59 PM
Hello EllynAnne!
I have this sweet sign hanging on the wall in our bedroom...."Always Kiss me Goodnight". It works! 
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971 |
| Bee Haven Maven |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 6:26:31 PM
I heard this somewhere and had a good laugh...my hubby says it's true.....
Don't ask him what he is thinking about......it's usually either sex or sports, anyway.
Keep Smiling.....Bev
Check out my shoppe at www.honeybeez.etsy.com
www.beehavenacres.blogspot.com , www.beehavenmaven.blogspot.com |
| Cheryl |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 5:48:36 PM
Hi EllynAnne, The one that I always use is "Never go to bed angry". It has worked for 14yrs. I also, bought your book and love it.
Cheryl :) |
| Kathie |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 2:31:41 PM
What a really cute idea EllynAnne.. ok.. i'll have to think of things that 30 years of marriage might have sprung up for me as helpful!
ohhhhh!!!
ONE REALLY Big No No!! Is , No Matter WHAT the situation..
NEVER.. EVER.. say.. "That's It?"
Kathie
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
| janetinva123 |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 1:43:56 PM
Never wash his white underwear with your red sweater.
Jc
http://beloved-creations.blogspot.com
http://beloved-creations.com |
| Utahfarmgirl |
Posted - Aug 04 2007 : 1:12:52 PM
Hi EllynAnne ~ just wanted to say I bought your book and I LOVE it. Welcome to our farmgirl family. We're all nuts about aprons. I'm sorry I can't help you with the printing on fabric. I've never done it. But I'm sure one of my sisters here can help you.
Farmgirl hug,
Patricia
check out my etsy site http://ThePlayfulFarmgirl.etsy.com
Take me home, country roads |
