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 A Mess Worth Making – Part 2

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Debi Walter

If you missed the first post in this series…you need to click here so as not to miss the flow of today’s post. The book, Relationships A Mess Worth Making, goes on to provide “seven tendencies of the sinful heart … Continue reading →

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Marriage A Mess Worth Making – Part 1

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Debi Walter

Marriage can be messy. If you’re fairly new to it, you may be discouraged thinking something is wrong with yours. If you’ve been married for awhile, you may discouraged thinking this is all there is, and maybe even tempted to … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Debi Walter

It’s that time again–each week seems to fly by doesn’t it? That’s why I love taking time to slow down with these Happy Hour posts–to help us not miss some of the most important blog posts of the week. Spend … Continue reading →

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Haunted By The “If Only’s” In Your Marriage?

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Debi Walter

If only… two little words that can leave a huge dent in your marriage. Are you haunted by these two words? Are they the first ones that come to mind when your spouse fails you in some way? Maybe they … Continue reading →

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On Turning 56

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Debi Walter

Today is my 56th birthday. Fifty-six years ago my Mom and Dad were busy getting ready to add one more baby to their family of four. They thought they were finished, but God had other plans. I understand why she … Continue reading →

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Do You Wish You Could Quit?

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Debi Walter

If you answered yes to this question, I get it. Marriage is hard work. But the problem isn’t that marriage is too hard; the problem is we didn’t fully understand what marriage entailed when we stood on the altar giving … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Debi Walter

It’s the time of week when we share with you the marriage blog posts that we’ve found helpful and worth sharing. Grab your favorite drink and enjoy your time here–you’re always welcome! 🙂 Intimacy In Marriage What Is Destroying Sex … Continue reading →

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Stretching Our Romantic Muscles – A 21 Day Challenge

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Debi Walter

I’ve been doing something consistently that I had all but given up ever doing again. I started exercising. For those of you who have always been physically active you can’t possibly understand what I’m talking about. It is a way … Continue reading →

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Overlook

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Debi Walter

We’re at our cabin this week for the 4th of July with most of our family who will arrive for a long weekend. The mountains are beautiful this time of year, and it’s the first time we’ve actually seen the … Continue reading →

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Slow To Speak

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Debi Walter

I am married to a man who has learned the wisdom of speaking slowly. It’s not because he’s slow of thinking. In fact, it’s just the opposite. He ponders his thoughts before sharing them with others. And he often chooses … Continue reading →

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Peeking In Your Bedroom

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Debi Walter

No, it’s not what you think.  What I’m talking about is something to help you and your marriage. It’s not difficult to do and you don’t need to study to figure out how to do it. All you have to … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Debi Walter

It’s Friday. It’s 5:00. It’s time for our weekly celebration of all the great marriage content being shared this week. Of course, the list isn’t exhaustive–but it’s full of posts we’ve read and highly endorse. Grab your favorite drink and … Continue reading →

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Elisabeth Elliot 1926-2015

Posted on June 15, 2015 by Debi Walter

This morning at the age of 88, Elisabeth Elliot went to be with the Lord. Oh to see the reunion of her with her first husband Jim as she tells him what happened with the Auca Indians after his death. Imagine … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Debi Walter

  Each week we enjoy sharing with you what other marriage bloggers are posting. The following are our picks for you to read and from which to glean. Grab a cup of your favorite drink and spend time reading this … Continue reading →

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Romantic Movie Moments

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Debi Walter

Photo Credit: Jeff Salz.com Have you ever been enjoying a movie when a scene happens that affects you to the core?  I have had this happen a few times–they’re called touchstones, where a scene touches a part of your heart … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Debi Walter

The lack of happy hour posts isn’t due to lack of great content the other marriage bloggers are writing; it’s due to the fact we’ve been on Nana and Papa Duty for 9 days with four of our 7 grandchildren. … Continue reading →

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Marriage Rip-Currents And How To Avoid Them

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Debi Walter

I spent a day this week at the beach with my daughter and three of her four children–we left the baby at home. When we arrived it looked like a storm might blow in, so my oldest granddaughter suggested we … Continue reading →

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The Many Faces Of Empty

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Debi Walter

Empty. It’s a funny word when you say it by itself. It sounds like two letters of the alphabet “M” and “T”. I don’t know about you, but it’s a word I use often, and it has many faces. Think … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Summer Post Roundup

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Debi Walter

Summer is almost upon us, and you’re most likely dreaming of things to do to make this year special. One thing is sure–if you don’t plan a great Summer, it will be gone before you can blink. Planning is essential … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Debi Walter

I know we haven’t provided a Happy Hour post in a long time. I’ve missed taking time to read what other marriage bloggers are saying–and you know what? There’s some really good Truth being shared. So…here’s to your weekend. Grab … Continue reading →

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