Normally, I am very outgoing, and I work very hard to keep my man happy in every way. However, I went through a funk, and during that time, I noticed that my husband got increasingly moody, short-tempered, and withdrawn. He has always been very loving and attentive, but it is close to impossible to get him to talk about emotions. I finally had it with him being grumpy and in a very straightforward and abrupt way told him he needed to “get over it,” if he didn’t want to tell me what was wrong. His response totally floored me. He said “You are not happy and I can’t fix it. I feel like I’m failing you.”
After recovering from the shock, I explained to him that my mood wasn’t about him, and I was sorry I had affected him so much. These few very loving words from him showed me how much he loves me and how much his well-being does depend on my mood and our relationship being strong. Once again, I realized you are right when you say that women have the power in a marriage.
I am a very lucky woman to have a man who works hard to take care of me and to be a strong role model for our five children and four grandbabies. Thanks to you, I will work hard every day to be the loving support he needs and show him just how happy he makes me.
Tracey
My Husband Thought He Had Failed Me
