Sometimes it’s Tough to be Nice I’m embarrassed to say that far too often I respond with frustration and irritation to my husband instead of with love and kindness. I want to be nicer to my husband, but sometimes it’s just difficult. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, …
I can remember when I felt like the spark has dimmed in my marriage. It felt like my husband and I were drifting apart. Can you relate? Don’t worry, because there are effective strategies you can use to fight for your marriage and reignite the flame. In this article, we …
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Summer vacations may not be the time you think of keeping the spark alive in your marriage. Most think of summer as a time for relaxation, adventure, and family fun. But between the hustle and bustle of travel plans, kids’ activities, and the general excitement of summer, it’s important to …
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When you were dating it was easy to find connection. You’d go on dates, ask great questions, and voila! You’d grow closer together. Fast forward a few years. Between work, the kids, and dogs/cats, life is pretty busy and connecting with your spouse seems like an impossibility. But I’m here …
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Introduction Marriage can be wonderful. It can also be trying at times. A successful marriage requires daily effort, love, and commitment. For Christian women seeking a successful marriage, integrating faith and practical habits can make a significant difference. In this post, we will explore five essential daily practices that can …
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Introduction Shared meaning impacts all facets of married life. When Jeff and I agree on the importance of prayer, how we are going to raise our kids, and our future goals, we have shared meaning. And while we have lots of shared meaning in our marriage, there are still areas …
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Summer reality I love summer time and a good summer date. I love having the kids home and making all their kid noises. My husband usually works fewer hours in the summer so we can do more things as a family. I’m blessed to have a job that goes with …
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What makes a truly happy marriage? Is it lots of money? Vacations? Cute wardrobe? Perfect kids? Lots of sex? A happy marriage may have all of these things, but it may not. Lots of people with little money have a happy marriage. And some families NEVER get a vacation and …
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Spenders & Savers I’m a saver and my husband is a spender. He still pays off debt and pays the bills, but he enjoys spending money, whereas I enjoy watching it grow in the bank. As I’m sure you can imagine, this difference has caused conflict over the years. We’ve …
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Building a Strong Foundation: Communication in Newlywed Marriages When I was a newlywed, I thought our communication would always be great – like it was when we were dating. I thought it would all be hearts and flowers and he would listen like the man of my dreams that he …