Sex. It’s everyone’s favorite topic. It’s the most exciting chapter in all marriage books. In many ways, it has driven our culture. And for those who are choosing to wait until marriage to “partake,” it is an exciting and tantalizing mystery. So, as you prepare to connect intimately with your future husband or wife, consider the following advice on sexual intimacy: Create Your Own “Normal” Thanks to Hollywood, outspoken Aunt Emily, prudish Aunt Jane, and our talks with friends, we go into marriage with sexual expectations. We have such thoughts as “Newlyweds are supposed to do it every … [Read more...]
Connecting without Infecting (Connecting While You’re Sick)
Okay, so I am completely miserable right now. What is it about having a cold that makes you want to scream? I’m trying to keep my misery in perspective considering many people would gladly trade their illness for a common cold. Another triple sneeze, another glob of hand sanitizer, and away I write.... It’s going on 9pm and Eric is working late, so no one is here to listen to my moans and groans. Therefore, it sounds like a good time to write! I should be able to write at least a paragraph in between tissue breaks. Eric is preparing for a business trip in a few days, so we are trying to … [Read more...]
Connecting without Losing Your Identity
Have you ever witnessed a friend change after getting into a relationship? A red flag goes up when a woman who was politically passionate suddenly begins pouring all of her free time into fishing or hunting with her boyfriend. There are also eyebrows raised when a man who loves sports trades in his cleats for tickets to the opera. We need to take an interest in what our sweeties’ enjoy, but we have to be careful not to lose ourselves in someone else’s world. We can connect with our honeys while maintaining our own identity. Always Keep Your Group of Friends and Spend Time with Them … [Read more...]
The Price of Jealousy (Connection Killers, Part 6)
Have you ever been jealous? I mean... really jealous. So jealous you fantasize about someone’s demise, or about hurting someone? Jealousy is powerful. It can be petty – I wanted that solo! Or, it can be severe – He stole my woman and I want her back... I will get her back! Jealousy, if allowed to grow, can be potentially dangerous! The Flattery of Jealousy When a relationship is new, it can be flattering to have your boyfriend or girlfriend act jealous over you. “He loves me so much, he can’t stand the thought of losing me.” “She is so into me, it just drives her crazy to think of me … [Read more...]
The Price of Poor Priorities (Connection Killers, Part 5)
“Just a few more hours at the office and I’ll be home. I’m sorry I won’t be able to tuck the kids in again tonight, but I am almost done with this project; and, if my boss likes it, I will be sure to get that promotion! Think of all the extra cash we’ll have! Living the dream, Baby!” “I know we are going to miss dinner again tonight, but the kids have soccer practice and ballet practice tonight. Tomorrow night, we have a meeting at their school, and Friday night we are hosting a dinner for the college group. Maybe someday we’ll all get to share a meal together again....” “I hate to … [Read more...]
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