April 6, 2016
Standing in Second Place


Dear Dr. Laura:

For six years, I had a boyfriend who put me second to all of his hopes, plans and dreams. Then I met a man who begged me to go out with him so he could prove to me things could be different. Seven years later, we've been married for six years, have a house, two kids, and he has a military career.  We'll still happily going strong.

When I was still with the old boyfriend, I remember telling someone about coming second all the time.  I heard myself qualifying that statement by saying "but he's really a great guy and he's good to me."  The person I was talking to said "It sounds like you're trying to convince yourself."  That realization made me open the door to my now husband.  I am cherished and respected in my marriage.  Thank you for teaching this to your listeners!

Mary Jo



Posted by Staff at 10:59 AM