Do you notice that when we let a few days go by without spending quality time together, walls begin to go up between us?” During one of our recent heart to hearts after a busy week of not seeing each other, my boyfriend asked me that question. Lately, we’ve been learning the importance of…
Every single thing went wrong. My husband and I had planned a fun date weekend, a rare thing for us. Usually, my poor husband is exhausted after a long week of 4 a.m. mornings, 7 p.m. evenings and tough military workouts. I understand I’ve gotten used to and comfortable with our cozy, predictable weekends. But…
T.V. shows like Mad Men, a series about an advertising agency set in the 60’s, are fascinating because they offer a look inside the minds that put words on paper or a screen that, in turn, speaks to our desire for more and better—the good life. One scene in this show has been on my mind…
Never, for any reason, complain about your sex life to your wife. If you must complain, do it to God, a trusted (married) friend, or a good counselor. But never tell your wife that your sex life is in some way lacking or disappointing. If you think you aren’t having sex often enough now, try…
Traditional wedding music was playing as the final guests stumbled their way into the only seats left available in the center of a row. The entire room was brimming with anticipation and premature sniffles. Having been wed just a few weeks prior, Missy and I were excited to fill two positions in the wedding party…
