The things that replace us, and them.

Women crave compliments, attention and communication with their husbands. Instead they're replaced with the TV, web surfing, other relatives or their kids. Similarly men are replaced with Facebook, Twitter and other Internet social networks, by women.

What would we do without our "replacements?"

What would happen if we didn't have access to those outlets? Well, we'd go crazy of course.

For men, it's unwinding after a long day at work. Small things count. Men still enjoy getting hot-and-ready food the moment they come home from a long day at work and the 15-minute company while they're divulging their meal.

Women don't mind being "replaced" as long as men are pretending to listen or throw in a couple of "yes, sure" or nods in agreement to what they're saying. A hug or compliment can help after a long day without their attention :)

These are the links that keep us bonded. They help us fulfill our duties.

In the Quran God says, "They are your garments and ye are their garments, (2:187)" referring to an analogy that clothes cover our imperfections and so do husbands and wives.

What would we do without our social networks? What would they do without TV?

We'd drive each other nuts.

May God guide and protect us. May He help us fulfill our duties towards our spouses.

P.S. An interesting article regarding protecting marriage against friends online.
"Is Facebook a Cyber-Threat to your Marriage?"
http://marriagejunkie.com/2009/01/22/is-facebook-a-cyber-threat-to-your-marriage/