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Dating My Husband

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Still dating and dressing up

By ClubMom Member Jessica, Centerville, OH

When my husband and I got married, our Bishop who performed the ceremony gave us some advice when he wrote our marriage vows: "Never let the courtship end. Continue to date each other throughout your entire marriage."

Eleven years and four kids later, my husband and I have continued to reap the benefits of this advice. We love each other more today than we did the day we were married and our relationship has the excitement of a new love.

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When we were dating, my husband made a point of opening doors for me, removing my coat, and pulling out my chair for me. Eleven years later, he still does those same things.

When we were dating, I always wanted to look my best for him. I made sure I was well-groomed, including hair and makeup, and I always dressed in attractive, trendy clothes. After 11 years of marriage, I still continue to take care of myself. I wear makeup and style my hair every day, and I always wear the latest fashions.

When we were dating, we always made sure we found time for each other, even though we were both working full time and had busy schedules. Eleven years later, we still make sure we find time for each other, even though our schedules are busy, and we have four children to take care of. We have weekly "dates" with each other. Sometimes we hire a babysitter and go out to dinner or the theater, other times we have our dates at home. We feed the kids early, put them to bed, and have a quiet dinner for two.

When we were dating, we were constantly thinking about each other. We would call each other just to hear the sound of each other's voice; we would write love notes to each other, and my husband would bring me flowers for no particular occasion. Eleven years later we still constantly think about each other. We e-mail love notes to each other, we call just to hear the sound of each other's voice, and my husband still brings me flowers for no particular occasion.

When we were dating, we would hold hands in public, snuggle up to watch a movie, and say "I love you" all the time. Eleven years later we still hold hands, snuggle up to watch a movie, and say "I love you" all the time.

When we were dating, everything was new and exciting. Eleven years later, things are still new and exciting. I love my husband more and more every day. I am looking forward to our future as we continue to "date", and our love grows even stronger.

Published: April 6, 2006
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ClubMom member Susan from Simsboro, LA wrote on May 4, 2006 at 09:07 AM:
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Marriage vows are so often taken lightly, as though they are only repeated and not felt deep in the heart. Like Jessica, my husband and I continue to date after ten years of marriage. When we married he was rearing two teenage children on his own and I had a four year old. Since that time we have had two babies together. And added three grand-daughters! Even with such a large family we find the time to "date". He still opens doors for me, surprises me with gifts "just because", and takes care of how he looks. He writes beautiful songs for me. We e-mail love notes throughout the day and spend quiet time together each evening after the children are in bed. I tuck little notes in with his lunch, surprise him with gifts "just because", and take time to look my best each day. I hope our children will find such love with someone one day. A life-long dedication with heart-felt respect and adoration for their sweetheart. It's a beautiful life.

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ClubMom member Meredith from Colorado Spgs, CO wrote on May 4, 2006 at 06:45 PM:
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Although it's healthy to take care of your own needs and well being, it's very crucial to a marriage to stay connected and appreciate one another. It's hard to balance everything even though we all know marriage is worth it. As my friend says all the time, "marriage is a work in progress". It's nice to read about other people's healthy/loving relationships. Thanks for sharing.

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