A few weeks ago my Mom wrote a post encouraging her readers to do something special for their marriage each week. She said, "This is my way to help maintain my marriage...maintenance is simply providing care and upkeep. Just like anything else, if a marriage isn’t cared for, it will fall apart. Having a goal of posting a marriage… Continue reading Because Marriage Matters
Category: Marriage
5 Years
Today marks five years since I walked down the aisle and said "I do" to the man of my dreams! My favorite thing about being married is just simply being able to share life with Paul. I was single for over three years after I finished college. Those were some great times, but I wouldn't… Continue reading 5 Years
My Top Ten Favorite Marriage Dates
Hi everyone! I’m Whitney’s mom, Denise. I write a blog – RefreshHer, that is just a tool to refresh the hearts of women. I hope this post will do that for you today, but specifically for your marriage, because Whitney has asked me to write a post on that topic. It’s one of my favorite… Continue reading My Top Ten Favorite Marriage Dates
The Benefits of Reading With Your Husband
Last week when I talked about the benefits of praying with your husband, several people commented that they found reading through the Bible or another book to be beneficial for their relationship. We've found this to be true for us as well. Over the summer we began working through various Bible studies and really enjoyed… Continue reading The Benefits of Reading With Your Husband
The Benefits of Praying With Your Husband
Paul and I made a joint New Year's Resolution to pray together as a couple, at least once a week. We've been praying together each night before bed since January - we take turns praying each night and have only missed a few times when Paul was traveling or we were just tired and forgot.… Continue reading The Benefits of Praying With Your Husband
Two Secrets Of A Happy Marriage
When two people who have been happily married for 60 years offer marriage advice, it's a good idea to take notes. That's what I did when visiting my sweet grandparents last month. They don't offer marriage or life advice in an instructional tone - it just comes out in their normal conversation. My life has been… Continue reading Two Secrets Of A Happy Marriage
Getting My Way
Working in retail has provided me with many interesting encounters with many different types of people. Most of the people I deal with are polite, well educated and well mannered. However, I've learned that people of all walks of life generally handle one thing the same way - not getting what they want. Last week I had… Continue reading Getting My Way
Finding Motivation In The Closet
Last week's post on Kate Middleton and having it all together was received so well by all of you. It made my heart glad, because striving for excellence is something I hold very dear to my heart. Every area of my life needs constant improvement. That realization motivates me - it doesn't discourage me. As… Continue reading Finding Motivation In The Closet
Does Deceit Have A Place in Your Marriage?
Working in retail, I've been introduced to an alarming number of women who find no problem with lying to their husbands. I'm asked the following question more frequently than you'd think: "Can you put half of that on my credit card? I'll write you a check for the other half. That way my husband won't know… Continue reading Does Deceit Have A Place in Your Marriage?
Honoring 60 Years of Commitment
Last week my grandparents celebrated their 60th anniversary! Everyone on my mom's side of the family gathered in Lexington, Kentucky to help them celebrate. We wanted to let them know how much their commitment to each other has impacted our lives. My mom, her sisters and each of the grandchildren took a few minutes to share… Continue reading Honoring 60 Years of Commitment
Come Home For Comfort 