My advice to you is get married: if you
find a good wife you'll be happy; if not, you'll become a
philosopher. ~Socrates
I was once told that a man's not complete until he's married-- then he's finished.
I do firmly believe that a man who has a loving and encouraging wife is truly blessed and can achieve more in life than if he were alone. Mary Rose and I often talk about things we are doing and what we hope to accomplish in the future. Our conversations stimulate activity. We are more productive as a result of it.
Life is meant to be abundant and joyful. But it seems, in today's world, that people are not convinced of it. Living a virtuous life makes a man much more appealing to a virtuous woman. A good mate is a treasure and all the gold in China can't make a house a home. I tell my wife that home is where she is.
Socrates said: "Virtue does not come from wealth, but. . . wealth, and every other good thing which men have. . . comes from virtue."
I consider myself fortunate that my wife loves and respects me. Indeed, Socrates is right. Had I lacked virtue, had I lacked integrity, I would never have won the heart of my wife. So, today, I would say this to everyone:
Never lose sight of virtue. Always do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Be honest. Be sincere. Never let a day end without saying "I Love You" to your spouse and your children. But, don't just say it-- show love in the things that you do. Consider your mate's feelings and needs before your own and your blessings will be ten-fold.
I was once told that a man's not complete until he's married-- then he's finished.
I do firmly believe that a man who has a loving and encouraging wife is truly blessed and can achieve more in life than if he were alone. Mary Rose and I often talk about things we are doing and what we hope to accomplish in the future. Our conversations stimulate activity. We are more productive as a result of it.
Life is meant to be abundant and joyful. But it seems, in today's world, that people are not convinced of it. Living a virtuous life makes a man much more appealing to a virtuous woman. A good mate is a treasure and all the gold in China can't make a house a home. I tell my wife that home is where she is.
Socrates said: "Virtue does not come from wealth, but. . . wealth, and every other good thing which men have. . . comes from virtue."
I consider myself fortunate that my wife loves and respects me. Indeed, Socrates is right. Had I lacked virtue, had I lacked integrity, I would never have won the heart of my wife. So, today, I would say this to everyone:
Never lose sight of virtue. Always do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Be honest. Be sincere. Never let a day end without saying "I Love You" to your spouse and your children. But, don't just say it-- show love in the things that you do. Consider your mate's feelings and needs before your own and your blessings will be ten-fold.
