Courage

There are times when it takes courage to talk honestly. Especially to someone we love. Is it because our past behaviors and reactions have set a preconception for all future performances? Or maybe because we love this person they have a power over our hearts that we have to weigh the risk of hurt to the value of complete honesty. I was honest with my husband about something that was truly weighing on my heart. His response was defensiveness, though I was not accusing. The result for me was pain and disappointment. All I needed to hear from him were the words "I will". Extended separations (for us by the military) put a strain on marriage. Communication can be stilted and sparse due to not wanting to worry the other person about what is truly going on. But if you find the courage, be prepared that you may not get the response you need.