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I really like the book 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman!  This really opened my eyes and made me realize the little things I can do for my husband that would make a big difference!  If you haven’t heard of the 5 Love Languages, they are: Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Physical Touch, and Quality Time.  I found that I really saw myself in many of them but I know that my top two are Acts of Service and Quality Time.  My husband is a hands down Physical Touch.  He always wants hugs and kisses and many times by the end of the day, I am just touched out!  However, this book really made me realize that even just putting my hand on his shoulder as I walk by makes him feel loved!  My favorite quotes from the book are:

“Forgiveness is not a feeling, it is a commitment.” (47)

“My spouse’s criticisms about my behavior provide me with the clearest clue to her primary love language.  People tend to criticize their spouse most loudly in the area where they themselves have the deepest emotional need.” (103)

“We are talking about love, and love is something you do for someone else, not something you do for yourself.” (144)

The stories in this book are great examples of the different love languages and how you can speak each specific language.  I loved the discussion questions at the end of the book.  I checked this out from the library, but I guarantee it will soon be in my home library!

Here are some other articles/blogs about the 5 Love Languages.

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eHow Family

Make sure to visit Gary Chapman’s website!
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