When I hear the word happy, it evokes many things inside of me. From an emotional standpoint, I think of blissful laughter, smiling, and companionship. From a physical perspective I think of health and good choices. From a spiritual perspective I think of peace and complete joy. But what does happiness mean within the confines of your marriage? I believe this question is something only you and your spouse can answer. I also think it is important Continue Reading
Becoming a Godly Wife in Spite of Having Ungodly Role Models {an interview}
Like many of you out there, I struggle on a daily basis with being a godly wife. It isn't just my sinful nature at play, but the simple fact that I grew up in a home where God was not honored nor spoken of (unless it was a curse word). But I am here to encourage you that regardless of how you were raised, your desire to become a godly wife can be fulfilled. In May of 2015 I was a guest speaker at the Wisdom for Wives Online Conference. My Continue Reading
Protecting Your Marriage Against an Affair
Protecting Your Marriage Against an Affair Even though my husband is perfect for me and he does complete me on so many levels, I do not believe that there is only one soul mate for each person. Learn how to protect your marriage against an affair. At 5’7” and 190 pounds, it surprises me that I can still turn heads. I carry myself with confidence, I’m a modest dresser, I am pretty in that natural fresh-faced way, and I’m cheerful. How many ladies Continue Reading
Celebrating the Differences in Your Marriage
It had been a busy week, and I was so excited going in to the weekend. I was going to rest, take my mind off my business for a couple of days, and just have fun. And one way I planned to enjoy the weekend was by going out shopping! Sadly, my husband does not share my love for shopping, and all he wanted to do was spend a quiet weekend at home. Well, I don't blame him. I'm an extrovert by nature, and he's an introvert. But I was still sulking Continue Reading
Marriage Is Hard But God Is With Us
Was I naive to think marriage would not be hard? My parents divorced when I was barely four years old. I was crushed by the thought of my parents not being together and wished for their reconciliation often, although as a child, I had no idea what that would require of either of them. As time continued on, a desire grew in my heart to be married. I had convinced myself that I would be better than my parents were at making love last. Then, at Continue Reading