 | Tips Gathered at a Bridal Shower Erica Hernandez, South San Francisco, CA - Sunday, August 31, 2003
 These are some tips given to me at my bridal shower years ago. Some are humorous, some serious, but I appreciate them all and saved them in an album with pictures from the shower.
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Never learn how to make tuna noodle casserole.
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Notice any changes in his facial hair.
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Leave little love notes for him to find (in his coat pocket, on the bathroom mirror, etc.).
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Burn those flannel nightgowns!
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During conflict, hold hands to cut the tension.
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Don't let him wash his dirty car rags in your washing machine if you don't want your underwear to smell like oil!
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Love him, love him, love him. Do not try to change him, but by example, encourage him always. With practice, you will become what you both need to be for each other -- but this happens in God's time, not yours.
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Be careful what you get started! Otherwise, it can be a struggle to get to work on time because many men are "morning" people!
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Remember that he loves you. Don't give in to insecurity. He loves you even when you're at your worst.
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Don't ever mow the lawn, wash the car, take out the garbage, or pump gas. Once you've done it the first time, you'll be stuck!
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Always let him know that you want him.
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Keep your nightie near your bed at least in case of fires. Don't be shy; show him how he can help you right from the start.
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Bite your tongue till it bleeds!
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Make him your biggest hero even when he may seem to be the villan.
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Remember to ask your husband what he likes.
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Pray first, then speak.
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Remember always to be grateful.
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Don't try to hide burnt food in the cupboard.
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Call your mother-in-law often! (One guess who wrote that one...)
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Make it a goal to make love in each room of the house.
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Give him the benefit of the doubt. He does love you and won't intentionally hurt you.
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Be humble and remember you aren't always right.
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Wash your face each night before going to bed so you won't wake up with "raccoon eyes" from your makeup.
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Go out of your way to serve him -- special notes or goodies in his lunch, hot and heavy voice mails, having a submissive attitude, etc.
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