After giving birth to our fourth child weeks before Mother’s Day, I was sure Paul was going to orchestrate my special day with a five-course gourmet breakfast and a Blue Angels fly-over. When Gracie, our two-year-old, climbed up into my bed on Mother’s Day morning and whispered in my ear, “Daddy didn’t take us to get anything for you.” The fury … [Read more...]
These 5 Truths About Your Husband Will Fill Your Marriage With Grace
When I daydreamed about being married to my Prince Charming, our happily ever after didn’t include disagreements. Who fantasizes about arguing over silly things? If you’d asked me back then what might cause an angry word between “my whole world” and me, I would’ve guessed money. It made sense that finances should take top arguing … [Read more...]
Why I’m NOT Spending Valentine’s Day With Mr. Grey
A large Christian publishing house recently asked women this question: What book influenced you the most this year? Their answer: 50 Shades of Grey. 50 Shades of Grey will be out in theaters this week. Apparently, this book has women all in a tizzy. Weren't we just foaming at the mouth over misunderstood vampires and blood thirsty … [Read more...]
Making Goals with Your Spouse {Printable}
I'm not a New Year's Resolution kind of gal. I respect those who dig this sort of thing, but I've discovered it's not the best weight loss plan for me. And, according to an article in Forbes Magazine, only 8% succeed with any kind of resolution at all. So, apparently, I'm in good company. Sure, I can romanticize the idea of declaring … [Read more...]
The Best Time of Day to Argue with Your Husband
I'm a morning person. This time of day puts me in a good mood. And, if everyone would just stay asleep for a few hours while I soak in the silence and drink a cup of coffee my joy would be complete. I'm sitting on my front porch right now with a warm mug full of deliciousness. I'm watching birds flutter by and trying to ignore the fact my … [Read more...]
