A Wife’s Devotion: Stories of Love, Loss, and Second Chances A wife’s love is often what keeps a family together. But when her hard work is ignored or her sacrifices are taken for granted, that love can fade away. These stories show how unappreciative husbands pushed their marriages to the breaking point—and what happened next. Love isn’t just about grand gestures or sweet words. It’s also about noticing the little things, valuing sacrifices, and realizing that words can either heal or destroy a relationship. Here are two powerful stories about

My husband Zack was completely shocked when I told him I wanted a divorce. His face turned pale, and his mouth fell open as if I had just told him the world was ending. “What? Who’s getting a divorce?” he stammered, his eyes searching my face for some kind of joke. “You,” I said firmly. “Or rather, I am.” He dropped onto the couch as if his legs had given out. “You’re divorcing me?” “Yes, Zack. I’m divorcing you.” His eyes filled with tears. “But why, Kelly? I love you!

Thirteen years ago, my son disappeared without a trace, leaving me alone with a mountain of debt and an illness that drained what little strength I had left. And then, last night, he returned. I stood frozen in the doorway, gripping the frame for support. There he was—Daniel. My Daniel. Taller, broader, older, but still him. He had two suitcases by his feet and a hesitant smile on his face, as if he wasn’t sure whether I’d slam the door or pull him into my arms. “Mom,” he said, his