Overlooking the small things

As sinful human beings, it is in our nature to take things for granted. Things that used to make our hearts feel full and happy can get to a place where we barely acknowledge them. We most likely are not doing this on purpose, but it still happens and we need to be aware of it.

Brian opens the door for me ALL the time. When we first started dating I might give him a sweet smile and say, "Thanks baby." Nowadays, I might just walk in and not even notice. Now, I don't think it's necessary to always be freaking out with thankfulness, but I think it would be a good idea to make sure that I appreciate that about Brian. Once I do that, he will feel it and know that I'm thankful for him, even in the small ways. Even if it's just a "Thank you" or every once in a while saying, "Man, I really love that you always treat me respectfully by opening the door for me." I don't know, I might be over thinking that. What do you think Bri?

One of my love languages is Physical Touch. Brian knows that, so when he reaches over...(WHOA! *freaks out* He is reading his marketing book (not watching me type this) and he just put his arm over and started massaging my neck....he's psychic!) But what I was gonna say is, when he does something like that, he is loving me by showing love the way he knows I like it best. SO, I need to make sure that I call that out and be thankful instead of letting that type of thing go unnoticed. I want to get better at noticing when Brian does those small (but significant) things, so that I can tell him thank you and let him know that I appreciate him. Not only does that make him feel like he is doing something right, but it also encourages him to do that more! ;)