31 Days to a Happy Husband: What a Man Needs Most from His Wife
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31 Days to a Happy Husband: What a Man Needs Most from His Wife

Paperback – August 1, 2012

Price
$14.80
Format
Paperback
Pages
208
Publisher
Harvest House Publishers
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0736946322
Dimensions
5.75 x 0.75 x 9 inches
Weight
7.8 ounces

Description

“ 31 Days to a Happy Husband gives every wife the tools she needs to have a joyful home. You’ll learn how to set biblical priorities that may save your marriage or change the dynamic of your relationship from good to great. Arlene shares her own experiences along with expert advice from many happy husbands to help you have a happy husband yourself!” ― Beverly LaHaye, founder, Concerned Women for America and bestselling author of The Act of Marriage “We believe in the great advice in 31 Days to a Happy Husband because we know Arlene and her husband, James―and he is happy! Arlene is always practical and personal, so this book is likely to make your husband very happy you bought it.” ― Pam and Bill Farrel, authors of over 35 books, including 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband , Red-Hot Monogamy , and best-selling Men Are Like Waffles―Women Are Like Spaghetti “Arlene Pellicane knows exactly what a husband needs. 31 Days to a Happy Husband is a delightful, entertaining, and intensely practical roadmap to your husband’s heart. The day it is released, I’m putting it in my wife’s hands!” ― Dr. David Clarke, marriage seminar speaker and author of Kiss Me Like You Mean It and I Don’t Love You Anymore “Sound, practical wisdom for any wife who wants to bless her husband and be the wife God has called her to be.” ― Bob Lepine, cohost, FamilyLife Today “When it comes to loving our husbands, most of us need more than a pep talk―we need a coach who understands where we’re coming from and how to get us to that sweet God-spot in our relationship. Well, meet Coach Arlene. She’s been there, done that in her marriage and will give you not just the steps but the motivation to take your marriage from roommates to making room for the most important man in your life.” ― Kathi Lipp, national speaker and author of The Husband Project “Wives ask us all the time, ‘How can I encourage my husband to grow and change? How can I help him become the man God calls him to be?’ As Arlene wisely reminds us here, the answer is not more nagging or more begging. Instead, we can use our God-given role as wives to support, nurture, and respect our husbands―watching as God works through our open and available hearts. I am glad to recommend Arlene’s new books to wives of all ages!” ― Lisa Frisbie, author of Becoming Your Husband’s Best Friend “As a woman who has been married for 40 years (obviously a very young bride), I plan to have just as much fun, if not more, in the next 40. 31 Days to a Happy Husband is going to help make that happen. I thank you, Arlene, and so does my hubby, John!” ― Kendra Smiley, speaker and author of best-selling Journey of a Strong-Willed Child (coauthored with her happy husband) “Here’s fresh help and hope from popular author and speaker Arlene Pellicane. You’ll find wisdom that works and new ideas that challenge you to stretch and grow. Arlene points the way to a happier, healthier marriage relationship―starting from right where you are today. An excellent, well-organized resource for wives!” ― Dr. David Frisbie, executive director, The Center for Marriage and Family Studies, Del Mar, California “ 31 Days to a Happy Husband gives every wife the tools she needs to have a joyful home. You’ll learn how to set biblical priorities that may save your marriage or change the dynamic of your relationship from good to great. Arlene shares her own experiences along with expert advice from many happy husbands to help you have a happy husband yourself!” ― Beverly LaHaye, founder, Concerned Women for America and bestselling author of The Act of Marriage “We believe in the great advice in 31 Days to a Happy Husband because we know Arlene and her husband, James―and he is happy! Arlene is always practical and personal, so this book is likely to make your husband very happy you bought it.” ― Pam and Bill Farrel, authors of over 35 books, including 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband , Red-Hot Monogamy , and best-selling Men Are Like Waffles―Women Are Like Spaghetti “Arlene Pellicane knows exactly what a husband needs. 31 Days to a Happy Husband is a delightful, entertaining, and intensely practical roadmap to your husband’s heart. The day it is released, I’m putting it in my wife’s hands!” ― Dr. David Clarke, marriage seminar speaker and author of Kiss Me Like You Mean It and I Don’t Love You Anymore “As a woman who has been married for 40 years (obviously a very young bride), I plan to have just as much fun, if not more, in the next 40. 31 Days to a Happy Husband is going to help make that happen. I thank you, Arlene, and so does my hubby, John!” ― Kendra Smiley, speaker and author of best-selling Journey of a Strong-Willed Child (coauthored with her happy husband) “When it comes to loving our husbands, most of us need more than a pep talk―we need a coach who understands where we’re coming from and how to get us to that sweet God-spot in our relationship. Well, meet Coach Arlene. She’s been there, done that in her marriage and will give you not just the steps but the motivation to take your marriage from roommates to making room for the most important man in your life.” ― Kathi Lipp, national speaker and author of The Husband Project “Here’s fresh help and hope from popular author and speaker Arlene Pellicane. You’ll find wisdom that works and new ideas that challenge you to stretch and grow. Arlene points the way to a happier, healthier marriage relationship―starting from right where you are today. An excellent, well-organized resource for wives!” ― Dr. David Frisbie, executive director, The Center for Marriage and Family Studies, Del Mar, California “Wives ask us all the time, ‘How can I encourage my husband to grow and change? How can I help him become the man God calls him to be?’ As Arlene wisely reminds us here, the answer is not more nagging or more begging. Instead, we can use our God-given role as wives to support, nurture, and respect our husbands―watching as God works through our open and available hearts. I am glad to recommend Arlene’s new books to wives of all ages!” ― Lisa Frisbie, author of Becoming Your Husband’s Best Friend “Sound, practical wisdom for any wife who wants to bless her husband and be the wife God has called her to be.” ― Bob Lepine, cohost, FamilyLife Today “What a delightful book! With her touching stories, biblical insights, and practical helps, Arlene Pellicane walks you through a fun yet meaningful adventure of investing in your husband’s happiness and ultimately, yours. Enjoy the read, as well as the rewards!” ― Cindi McMenamin, author of When a Woman Inspires Her Husband and When Couples Walk Together “If you’re going to talk about a happy husband―and a happy wife―you have to talk about a mutually fulfilling sex life. Arlene’s book helps you identify roadblocks to intimacy while discovering true passion. No doubt you will benefit from this 31-day journey to greater joy inside and outside the bedroom.” ― Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner, authors of The Gift of Sex “A meaningful read for any wife who wants to get closer to her husband.”― David Jeremiah, bestselling author, pastor, and founder of Turning Point Ministries “Arlene is so great at making her reading material relatable to all women. I loved 31 Days to A Happy Husband . I followed all 31 days and seen great results with me and my husband. All of her suggestions were reasonable and I love the spiritual aspect, which sets Arlene’s book apart. I am happy, my husband is happy and that makes a happy home. I have highly recommended this insightful book to all my girlfriends.”― Alisha Hickey Arlene Pellicane is a popular speaker and author of several books including Parents Rising and 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife.xa0 Arlene has appeared on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, and FamilyLife Today and hosts the Happy Home Podcast.xa0 Arlene lives in San Diego with her husband James and their three children. Read more

Features & Highlights

  • What does a man need most from his wife? Arlene Pellicane, author of
  • 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Wife
  • , asked numerous husbands that question. Based on their answers, Pellicane identified five keys that will give wives a new appreciation and understanding of how to love and care for their mates.
  • Domestic tranquility―A husband needs a peaceful haven.
  • Domestic tranquility
  • ―A husband needs a peaceful haven.
  • Respect―A husband needs to be honored in his home.
  • Respect
  • ―A husband needs to be honored in his home.
  • Eros―A husband needs a fulfilling sex life.
  • Eros
  • ―A husband needs a fulfilling sex life.
  • Attraction―A husband needs to be attracted to his wife.
  • Attraction
  • ―A husband needs to be attracted to his wife.
  • Mutual activities―A husband needs to have fun with his wife.
  • Mutual activities
  • ―A husband needs to have fun with his wife.
  • As you begin to DREAM again with your husband, something amazing will happen.  You will see your husband with new eyes.  You will remember what drew you together in the first place.  With many practical ideas (like the 5-30 second daily kiss), you'll be ready to experience more joy than you've felt in a long time.  Every day a wife is either building her husband up or tearing him down. This book offers wives a 31-day, no holding back, life-changing building program for their marriages.  Get started today!

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Easy to read with plenty to chew on!!!!

I absolutely LOVE this author. Hilarious, down to earth, and totally transparent. This book is very easy to read. The chapters are short and stick to the point. With preschool and toddler boys and another boy on the way, I am just at a stage in life where it is hard for me to make time to read and to keep my mind on what I'm reading. This book has been easy for me to read with the length of the chapters and her "fun" way of sharing. Her writing style is light and sticks in my often tired, soggy brain. Arlene's openness about lessons she's learned through her marriage are real blessing because they are real-life things that I can relate to. Her words on honoring your husband's ideas with respect to the children was especially convicting to me. This is a great book for marriages of all lengths. If you want to be a better wife, because you're smart and know YOU will be happier if HE is, it's a must read!
5 people found this helpful
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Spot on -

The author is spot on with exactly what steps to take to set the perfect environment in a marriage to reset those close and loving exchanges. We do want our husband to feel Happy based on what we can do and say through out the month. I Started with the small things that not only made my husband Happy, but made a world of difference in how I saw myself. Work up to tackling the bigger changes and watch the positive response from your Hubby! Puts the scripture in your heart to make a real difference. Take the first steps.....we both had fun!
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Great book

Arlene is a great writer, very creative and humorous! I love her new book. I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a great reminder of what my role and responsibilities are as a wife. After being married for so many years, it is easy to slip into this comfort zone of companionship. This is not where I want our marriage to go. This book offers great insight on how to get back on track and how important it is to continue to make my husband my first priority. Great book, real examples, easy to read and some funny stories. Love it!
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What Are You Willing To Do To Have A Happy Husband?

If you are a married woman, there is no person on this earth who should be more important to you than your husband. How many wives can truly say that about their spouse? How many are willing to prove it?

In 31 Days To A Happy Husband, author Arlene Pellicane doles out some practical, intimate, funny, and ultimately, useful information about how to show your love and devotion to your one and only. The book is separated into five main sections to help you achieve your DREAM marriage. DREAM is an acrostic in which each letter relates to an area of a husband's life that needs to be nurtured by his wife. Each chapter is a day in which you learn more about the DREAM subjects and how to implement them into your life.

I think this is a great book. Arlene Pellicane is very frank, which may make some uncomfortable, however, the subject matter is real life stuff that needs to be dealt with in a godly way. Too many of us don't know how and have the suffering marriages to prove it. The hardest thing for some to get past is going to be how much a wife should put forth to please her husband. This is not a bad thing, but I know that it will rub some people the wrong way. Please keep in mind that the point of this book is how the Wife can please the Husband, not the other way around. That will be have to be an entirely different book!

I received this book from Harvest House Publishers through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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great book

This is a great book
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Five Stars

Love this book. Easy read, easy to apply. Helps me understand my husband more.
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One Star

Terrible book!!!
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Awesome Book!

Awesome book! Great insight on what men want and need from their spouse! The only downside is that it does take a bit of a stance from the perspective of a women who is not working. Some parts of the book didn't feel like they considered working wives, but still, I'd definitely recommend this book!
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A light and humorous presentation of practical wisdom

This book lays out fun and practical steps to keep your marriage moving in the right direction. The concept of one-a-day, for 31 days, offers a refreshing approach to making an already good marriage better. The author puts feet on the idea that love grows over a lifetime when we cherish habits that honor our spouse.
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Nuggets of Truth

Hi I'm Gia and so grateful for the opportunity to review this author Arlene. She has a very practical way of putting into words what you already know but just didn't know how to express it. There are so many nuggets of truth about how to minister to your husband in this book. I can't wait to finish it. :) Hope you enjoy the book too
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