If you and your husband or significant other are anything like my husband and me, then this time of year is full of basketball frenzy. Referred to as March Madness, college basketball teams compete to make it all the way to the Final Four, and then ultimately win the whole tournament to claim the title as the nation’s best. It’s a pretty intense time of year … not for the faint of heart.
My husband is a huge basketball fan, so this time of year is a pretty big deal. Fortunately for him, I am somewhat of a “guy’s girl.” I love watching, playing, and talking sports. That being said, I have my limits, and March Madness usually tests them. It can be challenging to watch game after game after game … after game. Sometimes I want to hold the remote hostage refusing to return it to my husband until my demands are met – a serious break from basketball.
On the other hand, what I love about this time of year is the unique opportunity it presents for me to show a little love and respect to my husband. He rarely asks anything of me, and honestly, it can be a challenge to think up thoughtful and creative ways to express my love for him. It’s not like he appreciates bouquets of flowers gifted randomly when he gets home at night (like I do). Ladies, I am sure you all can relate. So, this is the perfect time to take advantage of a perfect opportunity to do something that I know he will love.
What exactly does this look like? Well, for me that means filling out a bracket each year (If you don’t know what that is, just ask your guy, and I am sure he will be more than willing to fill you in). I take time to talk strategy with him on who he thinks will make it through each round and why, carefully choose my teams, and then get pretty intense about doing well. We watch as many games as he likes together, and I do it with an excited attitude because I am just thankful that he is allowing me into his “man world.” Many times I find myself way more invested in the games than I thought I would be anyway. We laugh, commiserate, strategize, and pig out on game food together. It’s sounding more and more fun, right?
Celebrating March Madness with your man may not be your first or ideal plan for getting some quality time together, but it can really communicate just how much you love your husband. You not only allow him to enjoy something he considers important, but you engage him in a way that I guarantee is meaningful, special, and greatly appreciated. March Madness only lasts a few weeks, so why not make the most of it?
As the tournament wraps up, I would encourage you ladies to seize this unique opportunity to show your guy that you care about him. Humor him. Put a smile on your face and embrace his love for sports. Just like you want him to appreciate your chick flicks and show an interest in things that are less-than-exciting for him, it’s time for you to practice what you preach. So, grab some fried chicken, buffalo wings, chips and dip, and soda, and snuggle up for a fun game night that’s all about him.
(P.S. You can do this all year round for any game depending on his favorite sport or team. I guarantee this one won’t get old to him, so feel free to repeat often.)
