After 23 Years of Marriage, Wife Asks Husband on a Date and Learns He Is Ashamed of Her — Story of the Day

After 23 years of marriage and four kids, Jack and Mary’s relationship had become routine. Mary spent her days caring for the house and children, while Jack came home from work and watched TV.

One night, longing to rekindle their love, Mary suggested a date. Jack scoffed, dismissing her. “Look at yourself,” he said cruelly. “I’m ashamed to be seen with you.” Hurt, Mary was left in tears.

Later, Jack visited his friend Samuel, who turned down drinks because he had a date with his wife. Jack watched as Samuel surprised his wife with flowers and a dress, making her glow with happiness. Shocked, Jack admitted that Mary never smiled anymore.

“When was the last time you took her on a date?” Samuel asked. Jack couldn’t remember. Samuel then shared his secret: “I make every day special for my wife. She feels beautiful because she is loved.”

Realizing his mistake, Jack went home, apologized to Mary, and surprised her with a gift. He asked her out on a date. Touched, Mary accepted, and the next day, Jack was reminded of the beautiful woman he had married.

From then on, they made an effort to nurture their love, rekindling the flame that had once burned so brightly.