first of all, i wanted to say that i have had a few people tell me they are trying some of the dares! excellent. i hope it is going well for you and that you are learning more about yourself and, of course, more about true, unconditional love (which will be discussed in dare #10). i know i am enjoying these dares immensely! i'm learning so very much about my own selfishness. it's still a daily battle, but i know that's what Jesus died for; my daily sinfulness. wow, that is so amazing. it is the picture of true selflessness.
this dare focuses on how we greet our spouses when they come home (or we come home). i know there have been times in my marriage that i have expected my husband to come sweeping in the doorway, proclaiming how much he has missed me. and when my fantasy doesn't come close to the truth, i can get a little perturbed. then, the poor guy who has just had a long day at work is wondering why on earth his wife is giving him the cold shoulder, when he hasn't even said or done anything to deserve it. this is the perfect recipe for a disastrous night!
instead of expecting my husband to greet me a certain way when he gets home, i am going to determine to make an effort to greet him with a smile. the book talks about how a greeting can really impact a person. "The Love Dare" states, "When someone communicates that they are glad to see you, your personal sense of self-worth increases. You feel more important and valued. That's because a good greeting sets the stage for positive and healthy interaction. Like love, it puts wind in your sails" (page 42).
if you are struggling with petty fighting during your precious nights at home with your spouse, try changing your greeting. who knows, it may be just what you both need!
Dare: "Think of a specific way you'd like to greet your spouse today. Do it with a smile and with enthusiasm. Then determine to change your greeting to reflect your love for them."
"For I have come to have much joy and comfort in your love." Philemon 7
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