This weekend my husband went away for a night to a friend’s wedding. He and a friend left early on Friday. When I returned home later on Friday, my children and I were greeted by a plate of homemade chocolate chip cookies and a kind note. My husband had left us all a yummy tender sprinkle.
The kids and I gobbled up some cookies and were pleasantly aware of their father’s love. It was funny how we could all feel his love even when he was miles away. Sometimes people don’t feel one another’s love even when they are embracing.
I felt very fortunate.
This incident led me to think about what a big impact a little act of kindness can make. I also thought about how those little acts of kindness seem to come much more naturally to my husband than to me. I’m truly blessed with a great husband, and this weekend brought that home to me–again.
Now I’m aware it’s time for me to send a little tender sprinkle of my own; not because I have to but because I want to. I need to remember how fortunate I am and always be cognizant of not taking that for granted. (Thank you to my husband for reminding me of this…I love you). I believe all of us need to remember this and to work really hard at not taking our loved ones for granted.
Who in your life are you taking for granted? We often don’t see a problem until it’s so big we can’t miss it. Problems often grow slowly and then come to a head. Don’t allow any problems to slowly crack your relational foundation. Take the time to stop and nurture what you have; it will go a long way for you and them.
Challenge: Ask yourself if your partner can feel your love even when you are miles away. If not, it’s time to change that. Share a tender sprinkle. Do something that explicitly shows your appreciation and expresses how thankful you are to have him/her in your life. You may be pleasantly surprised with the response.