We all know that there is a gap between men and women—a gap filled with different desires, different strengths, and different styles of communicating.  So to help bridge that gap in your marriage, here are 5 things husbands wish their wives knew.  First, we desire clarity.  Give us the bottom line of what you need, not a lot of words. Then, we’ll be more likely to do it.  Second, we desire validation.  We want to be affirmed for our actions and our character.  Third, we desire real forgiveness.  This means forgiving us completely for the ways we mess up or don’t meet expectations.  Here are the rest of the 5 Things Husbands Wish Wives Knew.  And be sure to check back next Monday for the 5 Things Wives Wish Husbands Knew.