Well, there is a thread about givers and takers. And between 2001 and 2003 I became a taker and threw my giver in a closet. No wonder my H had an A! Now I know! And I hope I get a chance to make things right again! Why did I become a taker? Well, I'm stupid I started listening to a few so called friends, and with their help, it became all about me. It was like throwing my H out the door. If you want a great R with your S and you love them, it's about making THEM happy. In return, they will try to make you happy. So what does this add up to? 2 people making each other happy! I'd rather be happy with my S then alone trying to make me happy. It sure is more fun! M is about sharing, being partners and yes! Making each other happy. We have to give to get anything back. I know you are out there saying "only you can make you happy", I've said this many times myself. But there is another saying, "it's in the giving, not the receiving" Giving will make you happier! I notice that when I compliment H and I'm more loving to him, show him my respect. I get a lot more in return. So I believe in giving, because I get more back than I need! I also like the saying,"ask and you will receive".