You guys! We made it to the end of 2020. I wasn’t sure we were gonna make it there for a minute. I kid, I kid. And of course, we know the world isn’t going to magically get better at midnight tonight. But there’s just something so refreshing about getting to the end of the […]
10 Pieces of Unconventional Marriage Advice
I’ve been blogging about marriage since 2013. Over the years I’ve learned a lot and shared a lot of marriage advice. Now I’m sure you’ve heard a lot of marriage and relationship advice on the internet. Things like, go on regular dates, speak your spouse’s love language, and find hobbies to do together. But today […]
When you get Tired of your Spouse During Isolation
Have you gotten tired of your spouse while isolating with him or her during this pandemic? Please tell me I’m not the only one! A few days ago I overheard Pearson talking to his mom on the phone. He mentioned that so many people are having such trouble with being isolated during this pandemic. He […]
10 Tips to Help with the Hardest part of Marriage
What do you think the most difficult part of a marriage is? I would answer communication. In fact, I would say that’s the most difficult part of any relationship. A relationship of any kind consists of two different people coming from different backgrounds bringing different personalities, experiences, opinions, and values to the relationship. Communication is […]
Our Strengths and Weaknesses as a Couple
I am co-hosting the Love Blog Challenge today. The prompt is “Strength.” I’ve shared the prompt list for the rest of the month below but also feel free to head over to Brita’s Introduction Post for more details and ideas for each prompt. We’d love to have you join us! Just like any couple that […]
Let’s Think About Compromise Differently
I am co-hosting the Love Blog Challenge today. The prompt is “Compromise.” I’ve shared the prompt list for the rest of the month below but also feel free to head over to Brita’s Introduction Post for more details and ideas for each prompt. We’d love to have you join us! Ah compromise. I believe that’s […]
Don’t Go to Bed Angry: How to Get Your Points Across in a Healthy Way
The best thing you can do for your relationship as it pertains to fighting, is to address the issue, resolve it, and stop arguing before you ever go to bed. It is important to not drag out the matter at hand. The longer a fight continues, the worse it is going to get. Relationships can be saved when couples address and diffuse the problem quickly.
Never Stop Learning About Your Spouse
This post first appeared on the Young Wives Club website (which doesn’t exist anymore). So often I hear about people who’s marriages have become stagnant. There is no spontaneity, no mystery, no surprises. People feel stuck. They feel like they’re in a rut. I get it. When you’ve been with your partner for a long […]
How to have a Weekly Couple’s Meeting
Do you have regular meetings with your spouse? Some people call them “business meetings.” Some people call them “coffee breaks.” Some people call them “companion inventory.” Some people call them “about us dates.” I call them “couple check-ins.” Y’all, these meetings are so important. In fact, I’ve seen article after article about them lately. Basically […]
Revealing Our Relationship through a Card Game
I received the Relationship Reveal game in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine alone. As I’ve said before, all relationships can use a little help and boost here and there, right? A marriage (or any relationship) consists of two different people with different backgrounds and experiences trying to live a life together. […]