While looking through my twitter updates, I came across a difficult question: What matters more: Marriage or Motherhood? That’s a tricky one, and one that should really be thought through. It was sad to see the shifting world view on marriage. Most mothers agreed that motherhood mattered more than their marriage. In response I must ask a question: Are our children directly affected by our relationship with our spouse?

Easily, when it comes to terms of time spent on children and marriage, children quickly dominate. They are much more dependent than our spouse, and require more nurturing and attention. At the same time, we cannot lose sight of the fact that if our marriage is suffering, our children will suffer also. It’s as much a natural principle as it is a spiritual one. Taking the time to make sure you and your husband are united not only keeps you close, but also brings a sense of security to your kids.

What are some ways that you nurture your relationship with your husband while still giving your kids the love and attention they need?