Inside jokes, whispering, laughing together – having secrets between you and your sweetheart is part of the fun of being in an emotionally intimate relationship. There is something special that bonds two people who share secrets. This is part of the reason I believe married couples should keep the details of their bedroom activities to themselves (unless they are seeking the advice of a therapist). When Eric and I were newly married, I felt compelled to share countless details about our life with others as I am the less reserved one in our marriage. He probably thinks I blab too much even … [Read more...]

When I was a little girl, my mom bought me a red journal and told me to write a little something in it each day. Half the page was for writing and half the page was for a picture. I still have that red journal and enjoy pulling it out and reading the misspelled words and trying to make out the first grade artwork. My writing skills have improved, but my artwork still looks about the same. ~smile~ A few years later, I started a more grown-up journal about life’s most important topic – boys. For someone who was not boy crazy, I faked it well. It’s true that I did not like every boy that came … [Read more...]

Ten years. It doesn’t sound too long, right? What were you doing ten years ago? Well, I was putting the finishing touches on my wedding plans and anxiously awaiting my June wedding. It was hard to even fathom celebrating my tenth anniversary. I suppose just as my twentieth anniversary seems light years away from today! Much has changed in ten years – me, mostly. I was a young bride (22 years old) and I had it figured out. I “knew” more about marriage than than I do now. ~smile~ We were going to love each other, work hard, and stay in love. ~smile ~ I wish I could sit here today and tell … [Read more...]

Our central Virginia winter was a cold one this year! Even colder than last year’s! Thankfully, Spring is upon us. Even if we still have a few chilly days, we can basically kiss Winter goodbye and look forward to the beauty of Spring and Summer. I’m sure once the July heat hits us, I’ll miss cozy snow days; but, for now, I’m happy to dream of the beach and take long, pleasant walks! As we welcome Spring, here are ten experiences we can seek out and check off our lists this year. Here’s to enjoying life with our sweeties and basking in the beauty of God’s creation! Spring is here! The … [Read more...]