To all of you who recommended this book, I wanted to thank you. My marriage wasn't in danger, but it wasn't as great as it could be, and I bought this book. We've both been reading it, and one thing he says about ruining today by staying angry over the past ruins a marriage. DH and I talked and decided we'd both been doing that, and needed to let go, and fully learn to love and trust each other. Our marriage has completely changed since then, and is absolutely amazing in all areas. We were having some problems in the sex department, as well as the other areas like communication and trust. It really changed both of us, and if you HAVEN'T read it, you really must. I think it's even great for any relationship, not just a marriage or a committed couple, it's an amazing book.

By Kaye on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 01:07 pm:

they also have a parenting version that I highly reccomend. It does really help me relate to that kid who is the least like me

By Juli4 on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 01:23 pm:

It is an awesome book. My dh and I have also read it and it is great. It really helps with communication

By Nicki on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 01:28 pm:

Thanks, Crystal! I have heard about this book and meant to look for it. I think it's great you DH is reading it, too.
Thanks for the reminder!

By Happynerdmom on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 02:54 pm:

That's great, Crystal! I read the book many years ago, but wished I could have read it sooner in our marriage. And ditto Kaye...the parenting one is terrific as well.

By Crystal915 on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 03:51 pm:

I'll have to pick up the parenting one... both of my children are not at all like me, Shane is actually like N in a huge way (again with the whole environment vs biology thing, you'd never tell they were related by blood!!) and Madison is so diva. I have a difficult time relating to both of them, and Shane can give me a lot of trouble because of his obsessive tendencies. *Sigh* Isn't parenting fun?! I'll definitely put that on my list of things to read next, I picked up "His Needs, Her Needs" at the same time, so that's next, but I really am so impressed by "Love Languages", and never would have considered reading it without all of the rave reviews from MV members.

By Kym on Thursday, March 2, 2006 - 04:19 pm:

So Happy you are reading this book, don't forget to re read it when you start talking in your "own" language again, hmmmmmmmm does that come from experienceLOL, this is the only book on marraiges I reccomend, because it's so easy for both spouses to read, comprehend, and apply!

By Annie2 on Thursday, March 9, 2006 - 11:41 pm:

I picked up a copy from the library today. I can't wait to read it this weekend.

By Eve on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 03:32 pm:

I bought both books this past weekend. I'll keep you posted!

By Missbookworm on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 03:40 pm:

Ohhhhhh I'll have to pick this one up! *adds it to her list, while our relationship is pretty good I can use all the help I can get lol

By Crystal915 on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 09:02 pm:

Enjoy it, and make sure your DH/DBs read it too!! Honestly, Nate finished before I did, and we're both impressed at the immediate changes we have seen in our marriage!