[Alia]

Susan, I agree.

I'd like also to add an additional perspective: The Long View.

There's so much twaddle concerning "feelings" and "how do I feel today". I rank that sort of system right up there with not saving for tomorrow.

"I feel unhappy today, therefore I am justifying blowing the family budget by impulse spending and/or behaviors so that I can feel "good" or "better"."

I'd like to read what you've linked to, but "document not found" is what it leads to. Could you revise the link, pls?

[DukeBillie]

that is what I get for thinking I know HTML code lol
go to www.ancestorsremembered.com You will have to cut and paste.

I agree with your analysis. The whole “feelings” thing is way over valued. Feels are so easily manipulated. I find logic and deep contemplation much more appealing.

I am really touched by the number of men who have posted on this thread about their deep love and commitment for their wives. Thank you all

Susan