Everyone has their "Love Languages" mine have always been "Words of affirmation" "Physical Touch" and "Quality Time" but I LOVE doing acts of service and GIVING gifts rather than receiving. It's honestly why I love Christmas so much. I love shopping and buying for others and never expect anything in return.
My husband loves doing "Acts of Service" for me, which honestly I have never really liked. I always feel like anyone that does an "act pf service" for me, they will hold it over my head and EXPECT something in return. Maybe that is wrong of me, but I have been taken advantage of one too many times in the past, so call me a skeptic if you wish....unless you know my past, don't pass judgement on my skepticism....
Anyway, since the start of all this COVID-19 craziness, I have struggled, I work longer and much harder at home than I do in an office setting (mostly b/c I never want anyone to question if I am doing enough while working from home). I still try to keep up with cleaning the house, laundry, meals, etc. My husband went back to work in his office 2 weeks ago. It's been an adjustment. I am home with all 3 dogs, plus my work, plus trying to be an attentive wife and housekeeper (don't get me wrong....my husband and I are a team and we help each with the daily chores). Recently I have been dealing with some health issues/concerns....it has taken its toll on me emotionally, so many "what ifs" this past week, Dr appts have been back to back to back (also trying to keep up with my work). The other night, I was exhausted...thinking of what to cook for dinner was exhausting...let alone actually cooking the meal. My husband came home and knew right away, I wasn't having the best day. So we did a simple dinner of bratwurst, rice, and veggies. I was still making phone calls and answering emails, even though I heard from the kitchen "dinner's ready" I kept going and mumbled "Ok let me finish this email." The next thing I hear is "I made your plate and cut up your bratwurst for you, it's ready when you are". Something as simple as that as an act of service spoke volumes to me, he wasn't trying to rush me, he didn't complain I was still trying to get some work finished it. He saved me a few minutes and made everything for me. I don't ask him to do much, I usually never have to ask him to do anything, he just does it. I could not have asked for a better husband, best friend, and love of my life. Some days I feel I don't deserve him. But I am beyond grateful he waited for me, he was my friend before anything else happened. Even though I was ready for him back when we met in 2015, he waited until I was ready and 2 years later. The timing was beyond perfect!! I love and appreciate him more than he will ever know! ๐
