Think before you speak, Vol. II

Published on April 11th, 2007 - 10:33 am - by Megan | Add a comment below

Category: Rants

Don’t get me wrong. I absolutely love my hubby.  I really, really do. He’s smart, he’s funny, strong, loving, and to top it off, reeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaallly really good looking. ;)  

However, there are days when he lacks a litttle something in the departments of sensitivity and compassion.

Lately, Josh has had to start helping me around the house more.  For example, yesterday, he had to give Xavier a bath and play with him.  He also rearranged the living room furniture. (Our coffee table and end tables finally got here.)  It looks great, I’m grateful he did it and I told him so.

However, it’s not like he’s had a ton to do. There’s laundry everywhere and the kitchen’s a mess.  I’m not complaining–I’m just trying to say that normally, when I’m allowed to be up and around, all of these things and more are taken care of. In short, what Josh did last night is just a small portion of what I normally do.

And laying in bed yesterday he said “Man, I never get to do anything anymore.”

Maybe it’s because I’m about to have a baby in three weeks. Maybe it’s because I can’t remember the last time I got to do anything I wanted to do. Or maybe it’s just because I wish he’d appreciate everything I manage to get done while chasing after Xavier all day.

I dunno. It just didn’t sit right. And it sucks, because I don’t want to be upset with him since he’s been doing his best to help out around here.

Oh well. I’ll get over it.

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2 Responses to “Think before you speak, Vol. II”

  1. Cindy Says:
    April 11th, 2007 at 11:32 am

    I understand where you’re coming from Meg! I feel that way a lot, and you’re right, you will get over it. I can’t promise that Josh will wake up all of a sudden and realize that he should appreciate you more and all you do, but I know there are days when it won’t bother you as much! There’s nothing like NOT being able to do stuff because you’re on bed rest that makes you realize all that you need to be doing, right? Hang in there! Baby Ali will be here soon and it will all be worth it once you’re holding your beautiful little baby girl in your arms!

    And remember, as much as we want them to be, men aren’t mind readers and they don’t understand subtle or obvious hints, so just be honest with Josh about how you’re feeling and keep the lines of communication open. Chances are he’ll understand and try to be better about things!

    I’m praying for all of you as you wait for Ali to get here!

  2. Josh Kephart Says:
    April 16th, 2007 at 12:37 pm

    Meggie….. No new posts :(

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