{"id":1990,"date":"2011-06-15T18:03:45","date_gmt":"2011-06-15T18:03:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.handsfreemama.com\/?p=1990"},"modified":"2011-06-16T16:52:02","modified_gmt":"2011-06-16T16:52:02","slug":"words-he-seldom-hears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.handsfreemama.com\/2011\/06\/15\/words-he-seldom-hears\/","title":{"rendered":"Words He Seldom Hears"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This is how my daughter recently greeted her daddy after he had been away. This moment inspired the following message that is meant to be shared. <\/p><\/div>\n

A critical part of living Hands Free to grasp what really matters<\/em> is having awareness. I have realized I cannot fight the distraction that takes priority over my relationships if I do not allow myself to fully acknowledge my areas of negligence.<\/p>\n

Typically, I write about my attempt to grasp what really matters<\/em> in my role as \u201cparent\u201d or as simply as an individual. Rarely do I write from my perspective as \u201cspouse.\u201d<\/p>\n

But today I am willing to go where I don\u2019t normally go in order to bring awareness about a critical topic.<\/p>\n

Yes, it could be considered a Father\u2019s Day tribute, but I am challenging myself to make this an every day<\/em> gift to my husband.<\/p>\n

You see, this message is written FOR men, but it is equally important that women read it, too. Perhaps it is even more <\/em>important for women to read it.<\/p>\n

And by being open to the awareness this message brings, a greater connection to the one you love may be possible.<\/p>\n

This is my message\u2026<\/p>\n

Today I am celebrating the \u201cGood Guys\u201d of the world.<\/p>\n

And I am willing to acknowledge I don\u2019t do it enough.<\/p>\n

In fact, I am willing to admit I don\u2019t express appreciation to the #1 Good Guy in my life, my husband, to the extent that I should or as often as I should.<\/p>\n

But today, and in the days hereafter, I have the power to make a great man feel loved.<\/p>\n

And so do you.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t worry if words are not your thing; I\u2019ve got you covered. All I ask is this: read the following message, allow a little \u201cawareness\u201d to seep in, and acknowledge the areas that could use some extra attention.<\/p>\n

Because here\u2019s the truth: Guys \u201cDeserve a Day,\u201d just as women do (see my popular Mother\u2019s Day post <\/a>for that message), yet guys often don\u2019t get a day, let alone an hour, or even fifteen minutes. Many men do not hear words of kindness, love, or appreciation often enough from the people who love them.<\/p>\n

Today can be different. And so can tomorrow.<\/p>\n

Let it begin right here\u2026<\/p>\n

You Deserve A Day<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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You deserve a day void of criticism and blame,<\/em>
\nA day when words of affection are attached to your name.<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/em>You deserve a day free from reminders of what you lack,<\/em>
\nA day with the weight of the world lifted off your back.<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/em>You deserve a day when inner confidence never hides,<\/em>
\nA day free from the pain of past sports and piggy back rides.<\/em>
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You deserve a day to be placed first instead of last,<\/em>
\nA day to be embraced instead of quickly brushed past.<\/em>
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You deserve a day when you\u2019re not racing against time,<\/em>
\nA day when total relaxation isn\u2019t considered a crime.<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/em>You deserve a day when it\u2019s perfectly acceptable to cry,<\/em>
\nA day to fondly reminisce the glory days gone by.<\/em>
\n <\/em><\/p>\n

You deserve a day when someone else mans the barbeque,<\/em>
\nA day without the words, \u201cHoney, would you do\u2026?\u201d<\/em>
\n <\/em><\/p>\n

You deserve a day when past mistakes are taken with the wind,<\/em>
\nA day when the cuts on your heart have a chance to mend.<\/em>
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You deserve a day when you don\u2019t live by numbers or lists,<\/em>
\nA day when diets and high blood pressure cease to exist.<\/em>
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You deserve a day when you don\u2019t have to be strong,<\/em>
\nA day when someone else is the first to admit she\u2019s wrong.<\/em>
\n <\/em><\/p>\n

You deserve a day free from all your worries and fears,<\/em>
\nA day when stress doesn\u2019t take away your best years.<\/em>
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You belong in a tiki hut with scented oil on your back,<\/em>
\nYou belong in a racecar going 220 on an open track.<\/em>
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You belong on a lazy raft with a cold beer in hand,<\/em>
\nYou belong with a parachute and a soft place to land.<\/em>
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You belong in a convertible against a painted sky,<\/em>
\nYou belong near to a warm campfire as the savory fish fry.<\/em>
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You belong in a place of forgiveness and grace,<\/em>
\nYou belong with tender kisses on your face.<\/em>
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You belong with the freedom to be who you are,<\/em>
\nYou belong in the presence of a shooting star.<\/em>
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You deserve a day to be embraced without release,<\/em>
\nA day of unconditional love that will never cease.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Guys, if you received this message:<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Someone thinks you are fabulous.<\/em>
\nSomeone thinks you are amazing.<\/em>
\nSomeone\u2019s appreciates all that you do.<\/em>
\nSomeone is grateful for your presence in the world.<\/em>
\nSomeone can\u2019t imagine life without you.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\u201cYou Deserve A Day\u201d simply because you are a good man and have made a difference in someone else\u2019s life. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ladies, this is for you: <\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you appreciate something your guy does, tell him.<\/em>
\nIf you are grateful for something he adds to your life, show him.<\/em>
\nIf you haven\u2019t treated him the way he should be treated, apologize to him.<\/em>
\nIf you love him, talk to him and listen to him.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Open the lines of loving communication! Start by sending this message with a word of thanks to your special guy or any guy you appreciate. He does not hear these words often enough. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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*If you think this is a worthy message, please click the \u201cshare\u201d button. My hope is that Father\u2019s Day 2011 can be the start of heightened connection between people who love one another, but often don\u2019t take the time to say it or show it. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Give the gift of yourself; there is nothing in the world he wants more. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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