The things we say have a big impact on our marriages. Men sometimes get the reputation for being the less communicative sex, but that doesn't mean they don't thrive on affirming words from their wives. Whether or not your husband is begging for verbal affection, here are ten compliments that your husband needs to hear.

I'M SO GLAD I MARRIED YOU:Men need to feel secure in marriage, and the fastest way to let your man know he's still the one is to tell him outright. This is a great compliment because it can come completely out of the blue, without him having to do anything to earn it. Spontaneous compliments feel genuine and sincere.

I LOVE HOW YOU PROVIDE FOR OUR FAMILY: Men hold themselves to a high standard when it comes to providing, and they need you to acknowledge their efforts. Let your husband know that he doesn't have to make millions to still make you happy.

I'M SO PROUD OF YOU:You'll get far in marriage being your husband's greatest cheerleader. In a world that continuously knocks him down, be the one to always lift him up.

YOU'RE SUCH A GREAT DADDY: If you have kids, praise your husband for his involvement with the family. Modern society often tells dads that they come second to mom, so let him knw he's a valuable asset to your family.

YOU'RE SO HOT:Your husband needs to know you love the way he looks, even after a few years and a few extra pounds. Many men send and receive love through touch and physical intimacy, so complimenting his body is one of the fastest ways to show him love in a way he understands.

THANKS FOR FIXING THE BROKEN DRYER: Whenever your husband plays Mr. Fix-It around the house, compliment his efforts. He needs to feel capable, especially when he's taking care of you.

THANKS FOR THE HELP AROUND THE HOUSE: Helping out can be a little scary for the man of the house. Chances are that you have your own way of doing things and he may be afraid of messing up your system. Thank him sincerely when he helps out, regardless of whether he folds the sheets the "right" way.

YOU CAN ALWAYS MAKE ME LAUGH: Let your man know that he lightens up your day and brings positive energy into your household. Even if your husband isn't the ha-ha funny type, you can still compliment his stellar smile.

YOU'RE SO STRONG:The next time your husband lifts a heavy load of laundry, bat your eyelashes a little and compliment his Superman-like strength, even if you could have done the task yourself. Husbands need to know they're good for something, and they certainly need to know they're good for you.

I LOVE SPENDING TIME WITH YOU:We all get caught up in the business of everyday life, so let your spouse know that you still love to simply hangout with him. After all, you'll be his best friend and constant companion forever.

Take a little time today to thank the man in your life for all he does. It doesn't take much to make your husband's day, boost his confidence and make him want to lift you up in return.

You will never look at a banana the same way again after discovering the many health benefits and remasons to add them to your diet.

1. Bananas help overcome depression due high levels of tryptophan,which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.

2. Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pack an energy punch and sustain your blood sugar.

3. Protect against muscle cramps during workouts and night time leg cramps by eating a banana.

4. Counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones by supplementing with a banana.

5. Improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms by eating a banana, which regulates blood sugar and produces stress-relieving relaxation

6. Bananas reduce swelling, protect against type II diabetes, aid weight loss, strengthen the nervous system, and help with the production of white blood cells, all due to high levels of vitamin B-6.

7. Strengthen your blood and relieve anemia with the added iron from bananas.

8. High in potassium and low in salt, bananas are officially recognized by the FDA as being able to lower blood pressure, and protect against heart attack and stroke.

EATING BANANA AIDS DIGESTION

9. Rich in pectin, bananas aid digestion and gently chelate toxins and heavy metals from the body.

10. Bananas act as a prebiotic, stimulating the growth of friendly bacteria in the bowel. They also produce digestive enzymes to assist in absorbing nutrients.

11. Constipated? High fiber in bananas can help normalize bowel motility.

12. Got the runs? Bananas are soothing to the digestive tract and help restore lost electrolytes after diarrhea.

13. Bananas are a natural antacid, providing relief from acid reflux, heartburn and GERD.

14. Bananas are the only raw fruit that can be consumed without distress to relieve stomach ulcers by coating the lining of the stomach against corrosive acids.

NATURAL CURES FROM A SIMPLE BANANA

15. Eating bananas helps prevent kidney cancer, protects the eyes against macular degeneration and builds strong bones by increasing calcium absorption.

16. Bananas make you smarter and help with learning by making you more alert. Eat a banana before an exam to benefit from the high levels of potassium.

17. Bananas are high in antioxidants, providing free radicals and protection from chronic disease.

18. Eating a banana between meals helps stabilize blood sugar and reduce nausea from morning sickness.

19. Rub a bug bite or hives with the inside of the banana peel to relieve itching and irritation.

20. Control blood sugar and avoid binging between meals by eating a banana.

21. Eating a banana can lower the body temperature and cool you during a fever or on a hot day.

22. The natural mood-enhancer tryptophan, helps to relieve Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

23. Quitting smoking? Bananas contain high levels of B-vitamins as well as potassium and magnesium speed recovery from the effects of withdrawal .

24. Remove a wart by placing the inside of a piece of banana peel against the wart and taping it in place.

25. Rub the inside of a banana peel on your leather shoes or handbag and polish with a dry cloth for a quick shine.

Oh, and remember -- bananas make great snacks and delicious smoothies.

Now you know why monkeys are so happy. Eat a banana!

Source Link: http://www.naturalnews.com/036771_bananas_digestion.html

The things we say have a big impact on our marriages. Men sometimes get the reputation for being the less communicative sex, but that doesn't mean they don't thrive on affirming words from their wives. Whether or not your husband is begging for verbal affection, here are ten compliments that your husband needs to hear.

I'M SO GLAD I MARRIED YOU:Men need to feel secure in marriage, and the fastest way to let your man know he's still the one is to tell him outright. This is a great compliment because it can come completely out of the blue, without him having to do anything to earn it. Spontaneous compliments feel genuine and sincere.

I LOVE HOW YOU PROVIDE FOR OUR FAMILY: Men hold themselves to a high standard when it comes to providing, and they need you to acknowledge their efforts. Let your husband know that he doesn't have to make millions to still make you happy.

I'M SO PROUD OF YOU:You'll get far in marriage being your husband's greatest cheerleader. In a world that continuously knocks him down, be the one to always lift him up.

YOU'RE SUCH A GREAT DADDY: If you have kids, praise your husband for his involvement with the family. Modern society often tells dads that they come second to mom, so let him knw he's a valuable asset to your family.

YOU'RE SO HOT:Your husband needs to know you love the way he looks, even after a few years and a few extra pounds. Many men send and receive love through touch and physical intimacy, so complimenting his body is one of the fastest ways to show him love in a way he understands.

THANKS FOR FIXING THE BROKEN DRYER: Whenever your husband plays Mr. Fix-It around the house, compliment his efforts. He needs to feel capable, especially when he's taking care of you.

THANKS FOR THE HELP AROUND THE HOUSE: Helping out can be a little scary for the man of the house. Chances are that you have your own way of doing things and he may be afraid of messing up your system. Thank him sincerely when he helps out, regardless of whether he folds the sheets the "right" way.

YOU CAN ALWAYS MAKE ME LAUGH: Let your man know that he lightens up your day and brings positive energy into your household. Even if your husband isn't the ha-ha funny type, you can still compliment his stellar smile.

YOU'RE SO STRONG:The next time your husband lifts a heavy load of laundry, bat your eyelashes a little and compliment his Superman-like strength, even if you could have done the task yourself. Husbands need to know they're good for something, and they certainly need to know they're good for you.

I LOVE SPENDING TIME WITH YOU:We all get caught up in the business of everyday life, so let your spouse know that you still love to simply hangout with him. After all, you'll be his best friend and constant companion forever.

Take a little time today to thank the man in your life for all he does. It doesn't take much to make your husband's day, boost his confidence and make him want to lift you up in return.

Do you ever get bogged down and suffocated with the silly drama that surrounds you? Everywhere we look we find people creating drama from nothing. Twisting words, taking things the wrong way, finding fault, making gross assumptions and believing we know what is going on with someone is often at the heart of this dilemma.

The world can look fairly ugly on its own without misinterpreting some petty comment or look. The truth is, we have no idea what is going on with others. We don't know their pain, their baggage, their home situation, their work environment or the deep, dark questions that keep them awake at night. And they don't know ours.

So what if we just lighten up a bit? How can we change our own attitude and then work on changing the attitudes of those around us by killing them with kindness?

STOP AND ACCESS: Make a list of all the things that are troubling you. Then put them in two columns: Things you can change and Things you can't do a blamed thing about. It is a real eye-opener to see how many things that will be on the can't change side. If there is nothing we can do to change it, we have to let it go. Period. If it is something we can change, we need to create a plan and put it into action.

RESIST RETURNING NASTY WITH NASTY:When someone is rude to us, we can't absorb thier unhappiness and allow it to alter our disposition. What we can do is to return unkindness with kindness, expressing a sincere concern for her. A simple, "Is there anything I can do for you?" or "I'm listening if you need to talk about it" will go a long way toward helping her lighten up.

FIND YOUR OWN HAPPY THOUGHTS:Peter Pan could only fly if he thought happy thoughts. Likewise, if we want to lighten up and soar, we need to find our own happy thoughts. Create a sort of mental medicine cabinet of things that make you happy. Your children, spouse, talents, hopes and goals for the future, a particular date or vacation you took. When you face ill feelings or a difficult person, take a moment and pull out a happy remedy. When you are refreshed, address the situation.

S.M.I.L.E. Spiritually Minded Is Life Eternal. Stop and ask yourself, is this really important in the larger picture? Is this little bit of trouble I'm experiencing going to have an impact on my eternal salvation? The answer will more than likely be no. If not, put your mind on more spiritual matters and slough off the world. Focus on what is going to affect you and your family in the long run. Spiritual matters always trump worldly issues.

SMILE:Smiling has tremendous benefits that will help you and others around you thrive. It reduces your own stress and heart rate. It encourages others to smile, also reducing theirs. It builds trust and empathy between you and whoever might have issues. Smile when you don't feel like it and pretty soon you will.

HONEST COMMUNICATION: If the issues at hand do need to be addressed, good honest communication is the ticket. Be honest. Share your feelings. Invite others to share theirs. Get the problems out of your head and onto the path of reconciliation. Share what you need to, but do so in a loving way with a smile on your face and, if it is comfortable for you, physical contact. The small act of touch can do a great deal to diffuse a hot temper. Putting your hand on someone's shoulder or holding their hand will immediately lower their stress.

EACH DAY DO SOMETHING SILLY:Give yourself the gift of silliness. Do something preposterous every day. When my family was in the throes of drama, I would sing at the top of my lungs, "There is beauty all around, when there's love at home." It is a song from my faith, and I love it dearly. Before long, everyone would take a deep breath and start laughing. Find the inner child and let her shine.

Now for the cliches. Life is short. Stress will kill you. Lighten up. God is still in charge. Get out there and have some fun.

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Everyone has seen the movie where the couple rides off into the sunset and the words appear on the screen that say, "And They Lived Happily Ever After." Of course, everyone knows that life isn’t like the fairy tales where a man falls for a lady he’s never even met and then wakes her out of a coma with true love’s kiss. But, it is actually possible to live happily ever after with your spouse. In fact, it’s possible to live better than happily ever after with your spouse. Here’s how.

1. Get rid of fairy tale dreams.
In the fairy tales, there’s always magic, good fortune and a lot of destiny that intervenes to help the prince and princess. But to have a truly happily ever after, both partners need to forget about magic and fairy dust and realize that they are the ones who are going to make the relationship great. They, themselves, are the ones who the couple truly need to rely on, not magic, good fortune or destiny.

2. Let go of expectations.
Everyone has expectations of who they’re going to marry. You may have wanted a spouse who is tall, athletic or funny. To have a truly happily ever after marriage, you need to let go of these expectations so you can begin to see your spouse for who he really is. Our expectations often blind us from the person who our spouse is by covering him with the person we want him to be. Our expectations can make us angry when our spouse doesn’t meet them.

3. Begin to see who your spouse really is — warts and all.
You know that not everyone is perfect, but for some reason, you still expect your spouse to be. (Or, at least you expect him to be working on it.) Once you’ve let go of your perfect expectations of your spouse, you can begin to see who he really is — warts and all — without being offended by it. Once we see that our spouse isn’t the tall, athletic, perfect person that we want, we begin to see him for who he genuinely is.

4. Get to Know Your New Spouse.
Once you begin seeing your spouse for who he/ she really is (and are no longer blinded by your expectations), you’ll find out things that you never knew about him. This also leads the way to let you get to know so many more good things about him. You’ll find out things you never knew about your spouse that you didn’t know because your expectations were blinding you from seeing them.

This kind of relationship where a couple let down their expectations of each other and sees each other for who they are is a powerful, electrifying relationship. It’s also very vulnerable.

Not only are you trying to see your spouse for who he really is deep inside, but you’re allowing your spouse to see you for who you are — warts and all. This puts you in a very vulnerable place.

But when your spouse shows you that he loves you anyway, you’ll find a new love and appreciation for him that you never knew possible. You’ll have a relationship that’s better than happily ever after.

SOURCE: http://jenivie..com/2013/07/how-to-make-your-marriage-better-than.html

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Almost all relationships start hot and as the fire power loses its intensity with less sparks, partners find themselves in the grips of boredom. Gradually, each partner start feeling old before their time as they start looking elsewhere for adventure and seeking further proof of their desirability. What happened to that partner who was full of passion and desire, could not wait to come home, but rather take a detour to the nearest happy hour instead!
Both partners must take full responsibility for the fizzle in their relationship although many rather blame, shame, finger point, act like a victim, hoping that the other partner will eventually feel bad enough to take responsibility to make it happen for both of them. This is of course a losing proposition. If you want sizzle and keep the fire burning, I highly recommend the following proven techniques.

1-Learn the language of feelings
Without feelings intimacy and passion is impossible. Feelings have a language of their own. Language of feelings is the means by which we relate with ourselves, and if we can’t communicate with ourselves, we simply can’t communicate with our partners. When we tell the truth about our feelings we invite love and connection. Feelings
are the ultimate sparks of love.

2-Be playful
You remember how creative and child like you were at the beginning of your relationship. Being playful keeps you young, adventurous, especially sexually, and allows partners to rediscover themselves by bringing newness in to the relationship which will keep your
partner guessing for a while.

3-Don’t take your partner for granted
When people feel not appreciated in their relationship, those feelings often turn in to resentments which are mostly negative feelings. Resentments often put a damper on the relationship, forces the partners to be emotionally distant. So give your partner at least two appreciations per day. This is a great way to start the emotional pre-intimacy.

4-Get out of the ritualism
Ritualism is the kiss of death. The movie “Groundhog Day” is a great example of this problem. This often comes about innocently due to kids, work, obligations etc. where partners start assuming roles such as, care taker, provider. Such roles promote nothing but loss of self, feeling overwhelmed and boredom. So, in order to keep the sizzle going, be spontaneous and try something new and different every day.

5- Verbalize your needs and fantasies
Many partners are guilty of this. Remember, your partner neither a mind reader nor a psychic. Get out of your comfort zone and talk about some of your hidden fantasies without feeling guilt or shame. And there could be nothing better if you can act-out or role play your fantasies with your lover.

6- You are responsible
Remember if you want to keep your relationship hot than you must actively participate in it rather than waiting and wondering. Don’t expect others to light up your fire otherwise you will be waiting for a long time. Know that, the real fire is within you and others can only intensify what is already with in your heart.

So, if you want your relationship to sizzle, you need to master your feelings. Emotional mastery is the way to a sensual and successful relationship.

http://jenivie..in/2013/06/6-ways-to-keep-your-relationship.html

Some may be questioning whether or not it is actually possible to experience an extraordinary relationship. I believe it is. We already know good ones exist and there are even some really great partnerships. But, how many of us strive for extraordinary? I would never deceive anyone into believing it’s a breeze to obtain. I will, however, challenge everyone reading this to understand whatever we put time, energy and effort into will eventually become remarkable.
If an exceptional marriage or relationship is what you’re after, explore these 5 habits to assist you in getting there:

1. Speak favorably of your significant other; especially in their absence. Everyone in your personal circle should know you are in a relationship and hear more positives than negatives about your mate.

2. Be patient with your boo. It’s easy to become snappish or disagreeable when we’re tired or frustrated. Remember, this is someone we love; therefore love should always be evident in each communication.
Love intensely, passionately and frequently! If all the world needs is love, it’s absolutely the most key ingredient in our relationships. In everything we do, the plan should be to have no regrets. Can you imagine how powerful a relationship could be If we loved like there was no tomorrow?

3.Touch regularly. Holding hands, kissing, gazing into each other’s eyes and making love always produce a stronger relationship. Keep in mind we can’t argue, fuss or fight while we’re physically connected.

4.Listen attentively to your partner. There will be certain things said that pertain directly to the relationship. If for some reason we aren’t listening, we just might miss out. Listening is the best source for information gathering on our mate. How else will we learn of their little quirks, pet peeves and what makes them happy? When they speak, we must give our undivided attention.

5.Ultimately, all we really must do is treat our partner the way we desire to be treated. People are pretty much the same. We all have feelings that can get hurt, dreams we want supported, and the need to experience an honest and healthy love relationship. Once we have that understanding, we are well on our way to achieving an extraordinary relationship.

Source -Blackandmarriedwithkids

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Following the ban on motorbikes popularly known as okada from some major routes in Benin, Edo State last week by the Comrade Governor Adams Oshiomole, the okada riders seem to give heed to the ban despite the protests and their threat to riot.
The pictures below are of the Benin/Lagos road.

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SOURCE: http://jenivie..com/2013/06/photos-major-beninlagos-road-is-free-of.html

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Many myths that surround marriage can give you unrealistic expectations. Disappointment is sure to come if you are looking for the Cinderella-like happily-ever-after storybook marriage year after year.

Myths From Media
If you watch late night TV, enjoy classic movies, listen to love songs, or read romantic novels, then you may have an image of marriage that never, ever was.

Do you remember or have you watched Father Knows Best, Leave it to Beaver, Ozzie and Harriet, Bewitched, I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners, The Donna Reed Show, Lassie, and Cinderella?

Think about the fact that nearly all of these households were the traditional family of mom, dad, and kids.

They didn't seem to have any real problems because there are no story lines about prior marriages, step-children,lack of sex, chores, physical abuse, infidelity, drinking problems, drugs, dropping out of school, political discussions, civil disobedience, unemployment, severe economic problems, and threats or even thoughts of divorce.

The father was the breadwinner and the mother made the bread. Until All in the Family came along, plots seemed to focus on little white lies, mischief, and misunderstandings.

These shows may make you believe that life is always wonderful, that all of your needs can and should be met by your spouse, children are the icing on the cake, marriage will solve all your problems, and you will live happily ever after.

9 Marriage Myths and Realities

MYTH: Loneliness Myth that marriage will end your loneliness.
REALITY: Many married people are still very lonely.

MYTH: Fulfillment Fallacy which makes you believe that being married makes you complete human beings.
REALITY: A couple complements one another, not completes one another.

Read complete article here: http://jenivie..com/2013/06/marriage-myths-that-can-hurt-your.html

RING STYLE: A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
Just like your wedding, we believe your engagement ring should be a true reflection of you. That's why we called in six seriously qualified experts to make sure you meet your perfect match.

1. A colorful stone ring
Your personality: According to Margaret Ann Lembo, author of The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones, the color of a bride's engagement ring can say a lot about her personality. Here, she breaks it down for you.
Red stones: You're vibrant and active.
Orange stones: You're creative.
Green stones: You're earthy and abundant.
Pink stones: You're romantic and nurturing.
Turquoise stones: You're talkative and creative.
Pastel blue stones: You're a communicator.
Dark blue stones: You're wise, intelligent and intuitive.
Purple stones: You're mystical and intuitive.
Your bridal style: Emmy Award-winning stylistand author of Color Your Style David Zyla, predicts that your wedding will most likely be theatrical and well organized, almost like a performance.
Your romance style: "This girl is artistic and unconventional and definitely wants her man to be too,” says Yosi Elison, CEO of McQueenJewelry.com.

2. A princess-cut ring
Your personality: "Like the name implies, this woman is a princess," points out Yosi. "She's a girly-girl who likes to be treated like a lady. Chivalry will always be very important to her."
Your bridal style: Engagement ring designer Stacy Nolan of Nolan Jewelry says the one word to describe this bride's style is glamorous.
Your romance style: "Prince Charming and Cinderella are her dream couple, enough said," states Yosi.

3. A marquise-cut ring
Your personality: Direct and honest are the best words to describe this woman. "She's strong, easily mastering any problems thrown in her path," details David.
Your bridal style: "Her gown, location and flowers will be simple but stunning. And, of course, she'll insist on extraordinary quality,” he adds.
Your romance style: "This woman's sense of quality drives her choice in friends," says David, "and even more importantly, her mate."

Read the full article here: http://jenivie..in/2013/06/what-your-engagement-ring-says-about-you_14.html

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