Author Archives: Debi Walter

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About Debi Walter

Tom and Debi have been sharing encouragements through their blogs for many years. Marriage, Reading God's Word and documenting family history is our focus. Growing in our relationship with the Lord is primary in all we say, write or do. We are grateful for all who desire to join us in the same endeavors.

Are You Up For The Challenge?

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Debi Walter

We are taking part in a monthly blogging challenge. Many of you may be visiting here for the first time, and to you we say, “Welcome!” A little about us. We are Tom and Debi Walter and we live in … Continue reading →

Posted in April 2019, Christian Marriage, Perspective in Marriage, Purpose, Ultimate Blog Challenge | Tagged , , | 13 Comments

Confessions of a Marriage Blogger

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Debi Walter

I have a confession to make. As a marriage blogger for the past decade, my husband and I have heard countless ways our blog has been an encouragement to couples. Some we know and some we have yet to meet. … Continue reading →

Posted in April 2019, Christian Marriage, Keeping It Real, Ultimate Blog Challenge | Tagged , | 28 Comments

2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “Y”

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Debi Walter

I know it’s 2019, but life got really busy around the holidays and we had to put our last two letters on hold. That’s the thing with challenges, you can pick up where you left off. The important thing is … Continue reading →

Posted in 2018 Date Night Challenge, Alphabet Dates, Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Daytime Dates | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Vintage Post—9 Tips For Spring Cleaning Your Marriage

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Debi Walter

(Originally posted on March 13, 2013) Photo Credit: Imperfect Homemaking blog There was a day when people invested time and energy in cleaning their home from top to bottom each and every spring. I know because we lived next door … Continue reading →

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Spring Has Arrived – Plan To Enjoy It Together

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Debi Walter

Today is the first official day of Spring! Yay! I love this time of year. In Florida we can still enjoy the outdoors before the suffocating heat of Summer arrives. I want to pass on some great date ideas to … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Dating Your Spouse, Local Gems, Orlando Date Ideas, Outdoor Dates, Romantic Orlando, Romantic Vacation Ideas, Spring Date Ideas | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Three Types of Transition in Marriage

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Debi Walter

Transition #1 In childbirth it’s the time when birth is eminent. Pain precedes birth bringing joy unimaginable. Imagine if a woman in the throes of labor, decided to quit when the time of transition arrived. Transition is when the labor … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Debi Walter

I have finally found time to read other blogs and I am being blessed in the process. Some are not marriage blogs, per se, but the truths can be applied to your marriage. I pray these selections will cause your … Continue reading →

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Listen, Ask, Repeat – A Key To Effective Communication

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Debi Walter

I’ve spent 24 of the last 35 days away from home helping to care for our daughter and her family post-surgery. Tom was with me most of that time. A great benefit of retirement is that what I used to … Continue reading →

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Making Up For Lost Time

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Debi Walter

When was the last time you planned something your spouse wasn’t expecting? Since Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow night, why not think of a way to surprise them this weekend as a way of making up for lost time. 🙂 … Continue reading →

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Ash Wednesday Traditions in Marriage

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Debi Walter

Today is Ash Wednesday. The first day of Lent–marking the first of 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday. The most important season on the Christian calendar Most of you are probably familiar with the traditions surrounding this day–fasting from … Continue reading →

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Cut Off The Fuel That Feeds The Fire

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Debi Walter

Always be kind. That’s what our parents taught us growing up. “Kindness begets kindness,” they would say. But in the heat of the moment many forget to put their kindness on display. I remember my husband telling me about an … Continue reading →

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Doing This One Thing Helps Anniversaries Become A Lasting Memory

Posted on February 24, 2019 by Debi Walter

40 years! Today marks our 40th wedding anniversary. I started a tradition I didn’t know was a tradition until I had been doing it regularly each anniversary. It’s one of those things that has become precious to us as the … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned in 40 Years of Marriage – Part II

Posted on February 22, 2019 by Debi Walter

Has your spouse ever spoken words to you that had a sting to it? The kind that seemed out of character for them? Oftentimes our feelings override our reason and keep us from bringing the situation to a peaceful resolve. … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned in 40 Years of Marriage

Posted on February 19, 2019 by Debi Walter

This Sunday we will celebrate our 40th anniversary. Four decades of life lived side by side. This week we will take a look back on some of the lessons we’ve learned thus far. It has been worth every tear, every … Continue reading →

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Love Letter Discovery

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Debi Walter

We have talked for years about the lost art of writing heart-felt sentiments on paper. We came upon this report that will bring tears to your eyes. May this inspire us to write our own love letters to each other. … Continue reading →

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Gratefulness

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Debi Walter

Today is the day after Valentine’s Day. You may be basking in the glow of an amazing night with your spouse. You may be disappointed in the lack of love expressed to you yesterday, or you may be indifferent to … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Debi Walter
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Your Past No Longer Defines You

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Debi Walter

Did you know that if you are a Christian your past sins no longer define you? You are a new creation! If this is true, which I believe it is–why do we live as if our sin is who we … Continue reading →

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6 Last Minute Valentines Ideas To The Rescue

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Debi Walter

There are couples who go all out for Valentines Day because they enjoy it. Whether you spend a ridiculous amount of money to dine out with the crowds (hardly romantic in my humble opinion), or maybe you buy stereotypical gifts … Continue reading →

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The Necessity Of Light

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Debi Walter

We have two three-way lamps in our bedroom on either side of our bed. Each light setting provides a different purpose. If I just want to make our room look nice and inviting, I’ll put it on the lower light. … Continue reading →

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