Challenge #39

I hope everyone had a nice Valentine's Day if you celebrate it!
If receiving gifts is your love language, I hope your spouse was able to gift you with something that you appreciated. Whether you received or gave the perfect gift or not, I hope you were able to show your spouse some love regardless.

So speaking of the five love languages, today we are going to go back into the realm of words of affirmation. If "words of affirmation" is one of your spouse's top love languages (and even if it's not) you should remember that words hold some serious weight for them. Also remember that this goes both ways: for speaking positively and speaking negatively. We're going to deal with both sides in today's challenge.

Not only should you not say anything negative (or anything that can be perceived as negative by your spouse), but strive to encourage your spouse in as many aspects of their life as possible. Often we are guilty of thinking great and wonderful things about the one we love, but never putting them into words. Don't assume that they know. For the next 24 hours, say every affirming thing that comes to mind, no matter how big or small. Whether it's I'm so glad you're home, that color looks great on you, or you are awesome with the kids - you're saying it all. If you're thinking something and cannot say it at that precise moment, slip your spouse a note, send them a quick text or shoot them an email. Just be absolutely sure to tell them in some way today.

Look at the time. 24 hours, starting... NOW!