A viral post about a wife’s lunch-making tradition for her husband has inspired people around the world to express their love for their spouses in creative ways.
Tracy Howell, a Texas wife, shared a photo of her husband’s lunch sandwich, explaining her reason for doing so and inadvertently inspiring others to follow suit. Tracy admitted that she takes a bite out of her husband’s sandwich every day before packing it away in his lunchbox for work.
She said, “Clifford and I have been married almost 41 years and I have made his lunch every working day since day 1.” Tracy takes a bite out of her husband’s sandwich to symbolize “having lunch together” even when they can’t physically share the meal.
Tracy explained that the tradition began when she joined Clifford for lunch on the job site, and he said that lunch tasted better when shared with someone you love.
The statement stuck with her, and when she couldn’t join him for lunch one day, she took a bite out of his sandwich before putting it away. Clifford was confused but later asked about it, and Tracy explained the gesture to him. He loved it, and the tradition continued to this day.
Tracy’s post quickly went viral, with people around the world praising the couple’s long-lasting relationship and their loving tradition. One woman commented, “That is so sweet. I just love this,” while another said, “I can see how your love has stayed strong for 41 years, happy anniversary.”
Despite some criticism about sharing food, the vast majority loved the idea and even shared their own similar traditions. Tracy and Clifford’s love for each other is evident in the fact that they express their love for each other every day, never leaving anything to chance.
Tracy said, “The only thought that comes to my mind when I fix his lunch and ‘take a bite of his sandwich’ is how much I love him.”
Tracy gives credit to God for their successful marriage, saying, “I give all glory to God for putting us together almost 41 years ago and giving us the patience to find the good, and learn to talk it out instead of throwing in the towel when times got hard.”
The couple’s love for each other is a testament to the importance of knowing your spouse and their love language and expressing your love every day. Tracy and Clifford’s story is a heartwarming reminder of the power of love, and it has inspired many to show their love for their spouses in creative ways.
Sources: Taphaps, Daily Mail