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Loving the Love of Your Life
by Mark Gilroy
Reviewed by Melissa Lockcuff
"This book is such a great resource, and honestly, it’s something that could seriously spice up a marriage that maybe just needs a little boost."
Marriage is a beautiful ordinance,
instituted by God. Marriage is also a huge responsibility, a very big
commitment, and a lot of work. Sometimes
a married couple has to really work at keeping their marriage fresh, upbeat,
and new. That’s what Loving the Love of Your Life is all about. The
main role of this book is to give the wife or the husband 30 Ways to Show
Him/Her How Much You Care! This book happens to be a flip book, which both
the husband and wife can use, alternating turns with it.
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from this book when I got it.
One side of the book is for her eyes only, and one side is for his eyes
only. I will be
honest here and say that I read more of Her side than His, just because I didn’t
want to ruin the surprise. With each side there is an introduction, which explains
the main premise and how the process will work. As you go through the book, you’re
supposed to take turns with your husband, as there are things to do, activities
to do, for your husband/wife. In each new section or with each new activity,
there is a “Know It” section, a “Show It” section, and
a “Pass It On” section. I love what my introduction had to say: Love
must be nurtured if it’s going to thrive and grow---every single day. Because
love isn’t really a feeling as much as a practice. And by practicing love,
you enable the love-feelings to grow deeper. Along the way, mutual trust and
respect are built up; resentments crumble and give way to forgiveness: and a
climate of love and appreciation begin to form---all markers of a happy and stable
marriage. That is so true in marriage, and this book just gives a little oomph
to any marriage, in my opinion.
Filled with activities for both the husband and wife to do, there’s serious
and sometimes silly activities. Some examples are just listening to your husband,
recreating a favorite date, praying for your husband, a picnic, etc. There are
quotes and verses throughout the book. At the end of both the His/Her sections,
there’s a Meet in the Middle game. This book is such a great resource,
and honestly, it’s something that could seriously spice up a marriage that
maybe just needs a little boost.
