Today we are off to moms; Larry is going to put her new bookshelf together. We had a fair amount of rain in the wee hours of the morning and it’s too wet for him to work outside. It’s been another busy week and hopefully somewhat productive. Hope you all enjoy your weekend.

I will leave you with something to think about. I’m just curious; this question is for my female readers. How would you feel if your husband said this to you today? I liken you, my darling, to a mare harnessed to one of the chariots of Pharaoh. Your cheeks are beautiful with earrings, your neck with strings of jewels. We will make you earrings of gold, studded with silver. Song 1:9-11 Other than making earrings of gold, studded with silver, I’m thinking I wouldn’t get very passionate if Larry said that to me. This is how I would interpret the first part…Oh, so now I’m a big fat horse am I??? And who is this Pharaoh guy that I should be harnessed to his chariots. I would cut out the char and the riots would begin.

The way we describe things has certainly changed. I imagine Pharaoh had some stunning horses so likely that was an enormous compliment, still, the way we speak today…those would be fighting words.

And….just to be fair; this one is for my male readers. How would you feel if your wife said this to you? Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth — for your love is more delightful than wine.  Pleasing is the fragrance of your perfumes; your name is like perfume poured out. No wonder the maidens love you! Take me away with you— let us hurry! Let the king bring me into his chambers. Song 1:2-4

Be honest now….would you indignantly pull out your man card at the word perfume?

Ok….that’s the end of my silliness for today. See you next week!