10 Things Wives Should Know About Husbands

This article quotes several marriage and/or relationship counselors. It is well worth the time to consider the points - the first one was given to me years ago...its so hard though when you've been home ALL day with no adult conversation!

1. When he needs space
2. When he's really listening
3. The most productive way to fight...
4. ...and when the argument is going nowhere
5. Which topics set him off
6. How (and when) to be his support system
7. When he's not loving your love life
8. How he views his role as husband and father
9. What his dream job (or vacation or car) is
10. That you don't know everything about him

I've recently been pondering on number 6 - a man wants a woman to support him.  Does that mean they want one who is frank, direct and tells it like it is?

Or are their egos too tender to withstand it?  Does that fall into the 'tact' category?  Knowing when to speak and be blunt and when to be quiet?  Obviously a balance to be sure...I can't imagine living with a man whose ego requires one to walk on egg shells.

Perhaps the best avenue is to consider, how would I like to be addressed and/or have this handled.

Balance...relationships definitely take balance.  Give and take, respect, consideration, cooperation and compromise!