Marriage

United States
November 22, 2009 5:16pm CST
I have been with my husband since 2003 we married in 2006 and still together and now it just seems different he used to call me during the day on his break or just call to say I love you or whatever now all he does is call me when he is on his way home from work and say i am on my way do you need anything from store? WHAT HAPPENED?And when I call him just to say hi or I love you in his voice he sounds like i am bothering him I know he loves me and we are going through a hard time but is this normal?
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16 responses
• Indonesia
23 Nov 09
Oh, I think it's normal. Perhaps he's busy or stressed at work. It's a good thing he still calls you on his way home, I see it as he wants you to be there for him and cheer him up when he gets home. Well, do it! Vonmac and somecowgirl are right, they offer you great tips. Prepare the warm bath, give him a massage and cook his favorite food. I'm sure his mood will be better. Good luck!
@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
22 Nov 09
I think that it's normal. He's probably just very stressed and tired. The economy is affecting us all and with Christmas around the corner the stress is added. If not money needed for presents, then workload at work. When he gets home have a nice warm bath ready for him, a hot cocoa or one of his favorite snacks. Have the game on, or have it recorded and ready for him. Serve his dinner to him in the den or sitting area. Show him you appreciate him, and ask him your here if he needs or wants to talk. My husband and I have been married for a few months but I know when he gets stressed or mad, and a little TLC always helps him.
• United States
23 Nov 09
I'm sure he is super stressed because he hates his job and I lost my job after 5 years and I am having a hard time finding another one and I really don't think he ub=nderstands how hard I an trying It is so hard to get hired this clod=se to the Holidays and every job I have applied to either tells me we'll call you or we really don't want to start anyone til after Thanksgiving .This is so hard for me but I am doing everything I can.So I will try the TLC thing too thanks;]
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@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
23 Nov 09
My husband has been told that we are lucky to still be able to live with his parents. They say that they jumped out into the world and got stuck with debt. I've had debt before, my husband and I paid it off before we were married. No matter how much I want for us to have a car and our own place, I know we are welcome to stay here as long as we need to. It's definitely not easy finding work now, and even when you do you have to wait sometimes. I've applied for a job a few months ago and it's guaranteed but only recently did they start the process of hire with me, and I'm just happy to get a job so my husband nor I will have to be stressed. Good Luck with finding yourself a job and have a wonderful time mylotting.
@ladym33 (10979)
• United States
23 Nov 09
Perhaps his work load has just increased or he is under more stress at work than he used to be. His responsibilities at work have likeley increase over the years. Perhaps he has become more secure in the relationship and feels as if he does not need to call you frequently because he knows what you have is solid. He still calls to tell you he is on his way home and even kindly asks you if you want him to get you anything on his way. I would be thrilled if my husband did that. Unless he is suddenly coming home later than usual I would not read that much in to it, it is probably more about work than you. My husband and I do not call each other during the day unless we have something important to discuss, I respec that he is busy working and I don't bother him unless it is absalutely necessary or if there is some big news worthy thing and I just can't wait till he gets home to tell him. We have been together for 24 years. If we ever do just call each other out of the blue to say I love you it is so much more special because it is not something we do very often. I don't think you have anything to worry about it sounds like your relationship is just maturing and your husband's job is more demanding. If you are really worried talk to him about it, but if he is stressed out about work and you know that then be sensative towards him and do not add to his stress. Just
@ladym33 (10979)
• United States
23 Nov 09
Just love him more when he is home.
@paula27661 (15811)
• Australia
24 Nov 09
I used to receive red roses on my birthday and these days if he sent me red roses I would probably blast him for spending the money! Things to change after the honeymoon as we deal with the mundane day to day chores. Life is stressful at times especially on the job and that may be your husband’s problem and that is all. Marriage changes and the romance may wane but this is the time when a couple can develop a different kind of closeness and love, the kind that can last a lifetime. Romance, flowers etc are short lived although it wouldn’t hurt to have a chat with your husband about how you feel because although romance diminishes as time goes on, it does not have to disappear all together! It just takes a little work on both sides and good communication.
• Philippines
22 Nov 09
Hi. Sad to hear that. Maybe your husband is just going through a hard time in his work. Did you already have a heart-to-heart talk about this? I believe that experiences like this is normal in any relationship. But you will have to do something not to prolong the situation.
• United States
23 Nov 09
Yes he is very stressed and so am I we have had some family things happen lately as well as my job loss and we really haven't spent alot of tome together lately.Thanks for responding.I will try something thanks:}
@geeann (11)
• Hong Kong
23 Nov 09
hope its just a phase that you are going through. the key is open communication but with the right timing. if you are going through a hard time now then that is normal. do not bring it up yet it might just do bad instead of good. again, look for the perfect timing to bring it up. good luck!
• United States
23 Nov 09
There's a famous quote saying marriage is like a Slurpy. The first few sips taste good, but as you get to the bottom your head hurts.
• India
23 Nov 09
Oh c’mon…three years is a lot time to grow up and look reality in the face! Don’t take me wrong but lovers and spouses are completely different cups of tea…don’t really expect the same attention and show of emotion from your hubby as you got when you were lovers. As long as you were lovers, there was a yearning to be closer to each other…to kind of acquire each other forever…now that you are married, there’s a kind of security in the relationship which makes it more deeper if sedate! The fact that he calls you everytime while returning home to ask if anything’s needed at home shows that he’s a very caring and responsible husband…and you too should understand not to call him at all times in his office and expect him to behave like a lovestruck lover LOL…he’s working for both of you…he’s being responsible and you too should learn to accept the changes.
@kalav56 (11464)
• India
23 Nov 09
Rest assured this is absolutely normal.I am a middleaged lady, have been happily married for thirtyone years and now my son is to be married.It has become a standing joke at home for me to pester my husband asking him to say'I love you" because he has never ever said it and to my pestering he replied one day [ "I have been forced to say this twice today so far.. This is too exhausting on me" My son found this hilarious .
@smileonstar (4007)
• United States
23 Nov 09
Hello, well... as long as he still be good to you, then I can say it is normal. sometimes, he has a hard time at work so you should give him some time(space). well, you know when husband and wife be together for long time, things start to change in between both of you and non of anyone fault. It is just something that he or you get use to each other. you are lucky enough to have him call you and ask if you needs anything. For me, my husband is barely call me and it doesn't mean he doesn't love me but he is just like that. at first, I thought it is something wrong but then I just give him time and space... And whenever you have children then anything new thing will pop up in your relationship, and it is really up to both of you on how to treat it... it doesn't mean it all bad but it is depend on how you feel or he feels
@Rtlsnk316 (1197)
• Mexico
23 Nov 09
Hola, I would dare to say that I might be normal but I don't agree that it should be that way. I used to be married and even now with the girl I'm dating I keep learning many things related to a couple's way of living. One of the most important things you should look deep in your relationship is, are you falling in some type of routine, do you consider everyday to be the same either for you or your husband? One thing you should know and I'm not generalizing, guys are very easy to be pleased, but at the same time we like to think that even with our new life as a couple, we think that we are still independent. Is a very difficult issue to explain but very easy to resolve if you have good verbal communication, if both of you are willing to throw the cards on the table and let each other know your needs and how you can meet in between you'll have pretty much everything solved. Warm regards.
@freedomg (1684)
• United States
23 Nov 09
Very noramal! I have been with my hubby for 18 years now and I remember those days when he called all of the time. Then life getts busy and people become comfortable with each other to the point where they are no longer afriad that you don't know how they feel. Beleive it our not as long as you guys are still doing good everywhere else. If it bothers you try setting up a date night foir just you two, that seems to always lead to a few extra phone calls from my man, and it can help prevent things from becoming so comfortable that you lose interest in each other. Over all just remember that we all grow and change in our lives and so our relationships must do the same or risk falling apart. You'll be ok.
• China
23 Nov 09
hi,jahernandezrivas! I've read what you said and feel it is very normal. of course it is a very nice thing for a couple to mantain "honeymoon",but if they cannot,it is not a big deal. life is common and quiet after getting marrried for several years.maybe most people feel no excitement and passion anymore.if one party is very busy with his or her work,it tends to less communication,which makes the other party feels frustrating. I believe the most important thing to help a couple go through a hard time is trust and understand each other.the two might hurt each other during the prosess.but I don't think it is because of lack of love,but lack of experience of life. have a nice day!
• Pakistan
23 Nov 09
marriage is good relation among our life it so nice and hapy relation that we can feel but cannot disply.
• United States
23 Nov 09
well first of all i think u should let him no how ur feeling, maybe he doesnt even no how do u feel, remember communication is very important in a relashion!!!!!
• China
23 Nov 09
My wife and I know each other about eight years,we were married last year,and we feel good,I believe that the two who fall in love with must trust each other ,then you can go further.What do you thing?
@Jensie (120)
• China
23 Nov 09
Marriage is different from partnership. There must be hard time in marriage. You have to learn to compromise on more things. You can't just go away when problems come up.