2007-09-19 02:06:41 · 11 answers · asked by bethybug 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Sure...communicate a lot while away from home. That's a given, an answer that pops to mind real easy.
Our time apart is going to depend on how strong our relationship is. And the time for "building" is not when away, but when home together.
For my wife and me, we have certain things we do before I leave. We make it a point of holding each other, and saying a prayer over each other before I leave.
But that's just the leaving - it's the time when I come home that we dedicate to building. For starters, she does not hit me with a "honey-do" list when I first get home. She says its because I've been away from home, and now I need some time to relax and unwind. Eventually, she knows I'll be right there with her helping out around the house.
And then there are the "projects" we do together. We're involved in a ministry with our church. And we are also building an eBay business. Do we need the extra money? No. I'm just a few dollars away from 6 digit salary... the eBay business is solely so we have something to work on together.
these are but examples...the key...respecting each other, finding things that we can work on together, to continue looking for ways of being a team.
And if we ever argue, we're both quick to say "yeah, I'm hot, but you're stuck with me for the next 40 years, so this argument aint stopping it."
Last, we put God first in our marriage. We study together, and we try to build a family that includes God. He gives strength to the foundation of all we do.
I'd be more than happy to share more with anyone who wants to know more.
2007-09-20 02:09:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I talk on the phone alot and when he is home, we spend as much time as we can together. Communication is the key. You need common ground.
He was working away (for 2 weeks at work and a week home) for 3 years. Now he is away again but this time for 6 weeks at a time. WHen he comes home, there is always an ajustment period where I have to get used to him being there again.
We are honest with each other and raise and discuss any concerns and insecurities.
When he is home, do something just for you both. Dinner, movies or just staying home in bed together.
Hope it helped. Good luck. It can be done.
2007-09-19 09:20:47 · answer #2 · answered by heatherfeather 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work away from home for 3-5 weeks and 1 week off. I talk to my wife as much as possible and IM. The communication is the key to it all. When I go home I spend time with her, maybe go on a date or two, and help her with the kids.
2007-09-19 09:36:32 · answer #3 · answered by br_wy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all your husband job keeps him away from home a lot and you probably feel lonely but though the emotional bond that you and your husband have should keep you whole.
Call him in the morning afternoon or evening and let him know that you love him and that you are there for him.
best of luck
2007-09-19 09:40:15 · answer #4 · answered by mmurray001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
send text messages when you know u wont be able to talk, when he comes home spend a day alone together, without interuptions(only works if u dont have kids) talk about what went on while you were apart.
2007-09-19 09:14:53 · answer #5 · answered by daisycm 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My other half is currently out of town as we speak... and its tough... its called communicating... letting know what the kids are up too good and bad... how work was for me... what we had for dinner... just like he was home...
2007-09-19 09:32:42 · answer #6 · answered by happygolcky75 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You put in the extra effort! Leave love notes in his luggage, make nightly calls to let him know he is missed and that he is appreciated for the sacrifices he is making for his family. Do all the little things, they go a long way...
2007-09-19 09:14:14 · answer #7 · answered by kitkat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay in communication with each other. talk about stuff that you never discuss at home. get closer that way.
2007-09-19 09:12:27 · answer #8 · answered by oldsoftee2001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You keep reminding yourself of the "for better or worse" part of the wedding ceremony.
2007-09-19 09:17:58 · answer #9 · answered by Ms. M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when my hubby worked on the road, we became alot closer to one another. its a matter of how close you were before he went to work.
2007-09-19 09:13:50 · answer #10 · answered by Brat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋