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Harsh words, demands and ultimatums -- these shake the very foundations of a marriage and a home, tearing its walls apart until each one stands alone.

Gentle words, understanding words, listening words -- this is the trunk from which a marriage grows, the foundation upon which a home stands.

A home cannot be repaired unless its foundation is firm. Once a couple learns to speak as friends, their marriage can endure everything, forever.

Based on letters and talks of the Rebbe, Rabbi M. M. Schneerson

From the wisdom of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory; words and condensation by Rabbi Tzvi Freeman. To order Rabbi Freeman’s book, Bringing Heaven Down to Earth, click here.

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October 25, 2009

Today's Dose

Simple words, yet profound, and always necessary to remember, to live by.
Thank you for the reminder.

Dd. Spungin
Valley Stream, NY, USA

October 25, 2009

Yes, the foundation must be of rock set deeply

Nothing and I mean nothing in a marriage should be taken for granted it seems. It's all about attention and awareness to every facet of its being. The marriage itself it seems is a "living" identity that should be nurtured in all respects. Taking care of your body, your mind and giving time and energy selflessly to your partner is crucial. Husband and Wife it seems to be "best friends" as well as husband and wife. It's the only way to cover all the bases.
Learning is never ending in the journey of the marriage.

Eve
Brooklyn

October 25, 2009

perfect message

This is a perfect prescription for marriage based on a solid foundation. You have captured a fantastic analogy for getting a powerful and essential message across - thank you for the poignant reminder

Suan Barth
Beit Shemesh, Israel