Day 1

The first part of this dare is fairly simple. Although love is communicated in a number of ways, our words often reflect the condition of our heart. For the next day, resolve to demonstrate patience and to say nothing negative to your spouse at all. If the temptation arises, choose not to say anything. It's better to hold your tongue than to say something you'll regret.

Scripture: James 1:19

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This is sad to say, but this task is difficult for me. I'm a very critical person, particularly of myself and of Jordan too. I'm not proud of it and I'm not quite sure why I am. It could be because I want him to do things such as I would do and when he doesn't it frustrates me. But it shouldn't! He's another person, he's not me, he doesn't have the same thought process. I did slip up once, but then caught myself, rethought and stopped what I was saying. The day is not over yet, but I am very aware of what I am saying today and trying to make my words more loving, playful and positive.