The constant companionship and the fact that we are actually sharing our lives together. Almost everything we do .. we do together.

I think you beat just about everyone to the punch. Many years ago I decided that the best thing to look for in a woman was someone who would be a friend and who would be there to do things and go places with. Over the years I have learned that you can't do everything together, but part of the relationship is where you come to appreciate the other person for what they can do.

There is no one best thing about a good relationship that has lasted almost 41 years now. I could list laughter, closeness, companionship, trust, honor, mutual respect, accumulated experiences and being able to finsh each other's sentences.

The best thing was creating new lives together and watching them grow into their own persons. Then to top it off, seeing one of them bring a new life into the world for another generation.

I love the partnership, the feeling of being with someone who loves me for me and understanding we understand each other. I love the fact that my hubby is a hard working man who loves to provide for me and love me unconditionally. I just love be committed to him and he to me.

I love when I am able to be a strong shoulder for my wife and see how she enjoy my protection.

I loved the dependability of another person. The fact that we could talk about anything, and he could provide another way to look at things. Having someone to do things with and share life's experiences , good or bad with. The fact that I was accepted by another person for who I really am, be that good or bad. The shared history, the family loyalty. The pride in creating our family. The joy of raising our children together. The fact that he was my best friend, and told me the truth about myself. The fact that we were together until his death. Being able to do every day things for him. He knew me better than anyone else, and loved me anyway! Having someone to laugh with , cry with , and just be still with. I miss him something awful.

I love that our marriage gives our children stability and a example to look to. I love that we raised 9 children (still 4 at home) together and now are able to see our grandchildren grow. I love the friendship and having someone who stands up for me and knows me well, yet still loves and cares for me. Marriage gives you opportunities to share and put others ahead of yourself as God intended. I love being needed to fulfill someone else. Life is never lonely or dull or without challenges. Marriage is fulfilling in every way and I can't imagine life otherwise.

Happywmylife , I am so sorry that your husband has passed on. Keep your memories close, I hope they can bring you comfort in times to come. It has to be hard for you and lonely. I don't know how long it's been, I'm new on here, but just wanted you to know I care.