Weddings are a special time for the happy bride and groom. Yet, it's not always easy for the father of the bride. Flashbacks of her life are going through his mind at the wedding even as he is saying that he gives her to "this man." On our wedding day, which was also my father-in-law's 50th birthday, Heather sang "I'll Always Be Your Baby" (by Natalie Grant) to her father at our wedding reception. It's a memory that our family cherishes - linking her family of origin to the new family she was forming with me. Take some time to enjoy the song and you may even consider honoring the father … [Read more...]
What is Your Default Setting?
Eric and I find it hilarious that no matter what the situation, Ramsey (our golden retriever) always ends up smiling (… and panting). Regardless of whether we have just scolded her, chased her, fed her, etc., she always quickly reverts back to her pleasant facial expression. We call it her “default setting.” One of her favorite things to do is to chase her frisbee (Zogoflex Zisc). When Eric brings her in after a satisfying frisbee session, she runs to the top of the stairs, turns around, flops on her favorite vent (with cool air coming out), and pants with a huge smile on her face. Yes, I'm … [Read more...]
Six Steps to Breaking up Well
Only the truly cruel, player types actually enjoy breaking up with someone. For most of us, breaking up is hard to do. While it is hard (and yes, this is an understatement) for the person who has been told the relationship has ended, the person doing the breaking up often experiences some heartache as well. Even when we move on from a relationship because we know it is not for the best, we often still care in our hearts for the person we are leaving behind. Breaking up is hard to do. So how do you break up with someone? Here are six steps to breaking up well: First and foremost, do not … [Read more...]
Knight in Shining Armor (Marriage Proposal)
Who says fairy tales can't come true? What damsel wouldn't want her knight to come up to her on a gallant steed and pledge his undying love and devotion until death? Prepare to see a couple maiden fantasies come true... … [Read more...]
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
Do you remember a time in your life when you sacrificed something important to you for someone else? How about for yourself? Maybe you lost sleep for months working several jobs to make ends meet or maybe you gave up eating foods you love to support a friend or family member who needed to get healthy and exercise. Perhaps you have never had to sacrifice time, fun, or possessions that are important to you, but you have seen others sacrifice for you. How did that affect you? Did you realize the weight of the sacrifice? Understanding the importance of sacrifice in marriage is … [Read more...]
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