If you and your future spouse only disagree over which football team is the best, or over which coffee shop has the best caramel macchiato, you will probably make it through life with minimal bruises; but, if you guys disagree on deeper topics such as faith and child-rearing, you may find yourselves struggling through some frightening and sleepless nights. Couples cannot be expected to agree on every minuscule detail of life, but for your sake and the sake of the next generation, you and whomever you marry need to agree on the topics below. In my opinion, both based on experience and … [Read more...]
Do We Have to See Eye-to-Eye on Everything? (Topics to Agree on Before Getting Engaged, Part 1)
Couples won’t see eye-to-eye on everything – it’s a fact. However, there are some core issues on which couples should agree if they hope to share a functional and harmonious life together. Some disagreements can cause reoccurring arguments which weaken a couple’s connection. Consider the following topics: Geography. Most people have definite opinions about where they would like to live. Before getting engaged, discuss your desires and expectations on this front. If one of you plans to live in Florida, and the other wants to move home to Canada, life could get tricky. It is … [Read more...]
Connecting with a Porcupine (How to Connect When Your Sweetie is Touchy or Stressed)
This may be hard for you all to believe, but I can be a little bit edgy at times. Shocking, I know. Eric probably blows my edginess out of proportion. I’m never that touchy. NEVER! ( ... okay, maybe a little) I know I’m in a mood when I get on my own nerves. Last weekend was one of those grumpy seasons in our abode. Poor Eric did nothing to provoke me, but I just jumped from one irritable moment to the next. Finally, I asked him if he would pray for me – and he did. This is one way I know we have grown as a couple. As newlyweds, Eric was much more likely to take my moodiness … [Read more...]
Grandma, Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Ol’ Days (Grandparent Connections)
Almost two years ago, my family and I said goodbye to one of the most precious ladies you could ever hope to meet. She was the heart of our church and a mother to many. Grandma Lillie had a way of making you feel special all over. After she passed away, my cousin and I reminisced about how awesome it was to walk up to her front door and see her face light up. Grandparents can be so incredibly special. Yesterday was Grandparent’s Day, and I dedicate this post to grandmas and grandpas everywhere. I was blessed to know three of my four grandparents. My Grandparents My maternal grandfather’s … [Read more...]
Can We Create Meaningful Connections Through Online Dating?
Even though online dating was invented many moons ago, there is still controversy in the Church about whether or not Christians should engage in it. Though I’m quite certain of my answer, I am very open to other views on the subject. So, if you have some thoughts on what I’m about to say, or disagreements, feel free to comment below! Is Online Dating Biblical? Since the internet came along a few thousand years after the Bible was completed, it is no surprise that Scripture does not speak to this subject specifically. However, in my opinion, online dating – just like any other kind of dating … [Read more...]
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