20 Heartwarming Husband Quotes to Appreciate Your Man

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Sarah Koch

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Hello, ladies! Or maybe I should say, ladies who are so entwined in the love and chaos of their relationship that they’ve strayed onto this blog, desperately seeking some ammo in the old love language department. Sound about right? Well then, let’s dive right into your ‘perfect-for-Instagram-caption’ treasure trove a.k.a 20 heartwarming husband quotes.

So What’s the Deal?

Alright, you got me! I don’t have a PhD in ‘Insanely Cute Quotes That’ll Make Your Husband Swoon’. But come on, we all know you don’t need one for that, do you? With my years of experience in ‘domestic diplomacy’ (feel free to borrow that term—it’s served me well), I’m here to illustrate the profound, the amusing, and perhaps even the peculiar aspects of loving, living and growing with a significant other.

Buckle Up for Mr. Right

Ready? Let’s start with the heavy hitters—quotes that don’t just skim the surface, but dive right in.


  1. “Marriage is the bond between a person who never remembers anniversaries and another who never forgets them.” — Ogden Nash. Methinks Mr. Nash nailed the ever-so-subtle husband forgetfulness there…not judgment, just a fact.



  2. “Him,I could be mad at him and in love with him at the same time.” — Laura Esquivel. If this doesn’t capture the essence of marriage, I don’t know what does!



  3. “I ask you to pass through life at my side—to be my second self, and best earthly companion.” — Charlotte Brontë. Romantic, isn’t it? And no, it doesn’t make you seem too needy!


Light, Fluffy & Oh-so-Witty

Let’s munch on some lighter, humor-soaked tidbits.


  1. “In a marriage, you’re promising to care about everything…You’re stuck in a movie you didn’t pick. You’re gonna die.” —Louis CK. A bit morbid perhaps, but undoubtedly funny!



  2. “My most brilliant achievement was my ability to persuade my wife to marry me.” — Winston Churchill. Honestly, ladies, isn’t that the truth?



  3. “Enter this marriage with the understanding that the husband is always the head of the family. But remember, the wife is the neck that turns the head.” — Nia Vardalos, My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Isn’t it delightful to see life from a ‘neck’s perspective?!


A Dose of Profound Goodness

Next up, quotes that make us go ’hmm’ and ‘aww’ at the same time.


  1. “Being in a long marriage is a little bit like that nice cup of coffee every morning—I might have it every day, but I still enjoy it.” —Stephen Gaines



  2. “There is no such thing as a perfect husband, but there is a perfect moment when we let go of our unrealistic expectations.” – Me, Sarah Koch. Yes, I am quoting myself, but it’s good advice, right?



  3. “We weren’t perfect, but we were perfect for each other.” – Robert Browning


Throwback to the Classics

Let’s throw in some vintage love.


  1. “Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” — Emily Brontë.



  2. “I love being married. It’s so great to find one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.” — Rita Rudner. Lol, kidding. Or am I?


For the Unapologetic Cheesy Couple

Let’s say you love a bit of cheese, and any form of ‘anti-cheese’ sentiment shocks and appalls you. In that case, these are for you.


  1. “Every love story is beautiful, but ours is my favorite.” — Unknown



  2. “Out of all the things my hands have held, the best, by far, is you.” — Andrew McMahon


Let’s Not Forget the Pop Culture Gems

These from some cult favorites are bound to earn you some likes!


  1. “She knew she loved him when ‘home’ went from being a place to being a person.” — E. Leventhal, How I Met Your Mother



  2. “Being with you and not being with you is the only way I have to measure time.” — Jorge Luis Borges, Touched With Fire


Spicing it Up in Other Languages

A little exoticness never hurts.


  1. “Je t’aime plus qu’hier moins que demain” (I love you more than yesterday less than tomorrow). — Rosemonde Gerard



  2. “Ti amo come si amano certe cose oscure, segretamente, tra l’ombra e l’anima” (I love you as certain dark things are to be loved, in secret, between the shadow and the soul). — Pablo Neruda


Ending it Right. Or Write, This Time

And to wrap things up, here are a couple to arouse the philosophers in us.


  1. “An ideal husband is one who remains faithful to you, but tries to be just as charming as if he weren’t.” — Sacha Guitry



  2. “My husband and I have never considered divorce… murder sometimes, but never divorce.” — Joyce Brothers. It’s all about love, understanding… and a sense of humor, you see!



  3. “When a man retires, his wife gets twice the husband but only half the income.” — Chi Chi Rodriguez. A little heads-up maybe?


And there you have it, 20 husband quotes, each designed to pull at those heartstrings, tickle your funny bone, and drop some truth bombs. The next time your hubby forgets to take out the trash or leaves a trail of muddy shoes in his wake, take a deep breath, pick out a quote, and remember – love really is all about an exquisite mix of amnesia, forgiveness, and laughter. Phew! Relationships sure are fun, aren’t they?