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.

Marriage Fertilizer

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Debi Walter

Two years ago I inherited my late Mother-in-law’s Christmas cactus. It was small and in a temporary container when I brought it home from her house. But the blooms were beautiful. I knew it had potential to be more than … Continue reading →

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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “V”

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Debi Walter

For our “V” date we decided to VOLUNTEER. This is a great way to invest in your marriage while giving to a cause that interests both of you. Tom and I had the privilege of VOLUNTEERING for our state elections … Continue reading →

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Countdown Sale Day One

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Debi Walter
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10th Blogiversary Calls For A Countdown Sale

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Debi Walter

Where were you 10 years ago? Tom and I embarked on our blogging journey a decade ago thinking it was primarily for our friends and church family to use and enjoy. But God had bigger plans in store. He intended … Continue reading →

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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “U”

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Debi Walter

It’s been a while since we’ve posted about our date challenge. That’s due to the fact that the two letters for October were a “challenge” to plan. I had an unexpected trip to GA to help our youngest daughter who … Continue reading →

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Erasing Your Spouse

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Debi Walter

Have you ever shared something with your spouse and realized they hadn’t heard a word you said? Either they were distracted by their gadgets or the TV, but it was obvious they weren’t listening to you. If we’re honest we … Continue reading →

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Have You Been Nudged?

Posted on October 31, 2018 by Debi Walter

This morning as I was getting ready I felt a nudge from the Lord. I was compelled to tell Tom how grateful I am for the way he takes care of our finances. He is faithful in this area and … Continue reading →

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A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Debi Walter

The title of this post is a famous line from a Disney movie, Cinderella. But it begs the question, what do you dream of? This is the kind of question that makes for a great date. I’ll never forget sitting … Continue reading →

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Is Your Marriage Like This?

Posted on October 17, 2018 by Debi Walter

It seems more and more couples are sharing with us the current lack of health in their marriage. We can see the pain and disappointment in their eyes. It grieves us because we know this is not how marriage is … Continue reading →

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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “T”

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Debi Walter

We are a bit behind on our monthly date challenge, but that hasn’t deterred us from pressing on. Tom, who happens to be my favorite “T” planned a special afternoon TEA for me at a local TEA shop. I am … Continue reading →

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Have You Ever Asked Your Spouse This?

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Debi Walter

Yesterday we had lunch with friends and this question came up… When have you been the most afraid? It was a good question that led to an hour-long discussion involving lots of emotion. Some had had near-death experiences involving themselves … Continue reading →

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Vintage Post – Clinging Vines

Posted on September 28, 2018 by Debi Walter

The Clinging Vine The image was clear the minute I read the sign, “The Clinging Vine”.  It was one of those signs where a business sponsors a certain section of road in order to keep it clean from trash. It … Continue reading →

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5 Women – 1 Marriage – And Now This!

Posted on September 24, 2018 by Debi Walter

My husband shares often that he has been married to five different women, but only one marriage. People always look baffled and/or shocked when he says this. But it’s true. What he means is that over the course of our … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Debi Walter

We haven’t shared some of our favorites in a while. So this week we’re focusing on Fall Date Ideas we’ve come across. Enjoy… Les and Leslie Parrot 10 Romantic Fall Dates With Your Spouse 10 Cool Weather Ideas To Warm … Continue reading →

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Until Death Parts Us

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Debi Walter

I am emotional and have often been led astray by them. I’m grateful for the influence my husband has had on me in this area of my life. He has helped me see that my emotions aren’t bad; they are … Continue reading →

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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter ‘S”

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Debi Walter

Some letters are easier to plan dates around than others. This one was super easy and always a favorite of ours. SUNRISE, SEA, SUN, SAND AND SEAFOOD Living near the beach this one is a date we enjoy often, but … Continue reading →

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We Have A Winner!

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Debi Walter

The winner of our Cherish Your Spouse, Giveaway is…Helen! Congratulations! Please email us your address so we can get these books sent to you right away. Thank you to all who took the time to intentionally answer this all-important question, … Continue reading →

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Have You Entered Our Giveaway?

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Debi Walter

We want to give away a Cherish Your Spouse package that includes a copy of Gary Thomas’ book, Cherish, and a copy of our book, Cherishing Us – 365 Healthy Tips from The Romantic Vineyard. How to enter: 1. Comment … Continue reading →

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A Personal Marriage Designer (and a Cherish Your Spouse Giveaway)i

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Debi Walter

When Tom and I began The Romantic Vineyard nearly a decade ago (where has the time gone?), we chose the title because we had no better words to describe our passion–romance in marriage. This has been our calling in life … Continue reading →

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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “R”

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Debi Walter

Tom planned for us to enjoy some R & R on this date, and I must say it was all that and more! We went to ROCK Springs for a RIVER tour in a transparent kayak. We RELAXED on the … Continue reading →

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