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.

9 Tips On How To Spring Clean Your Marriage

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Debi Walter

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 to a dear woman for 12 … Continue reading →

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What’s In Your Thoughts?

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Debi Walter

As Christians we are well versed on the Truth that God knows our thoughts, but do we really take this Truth to heart? We subscribe to an e-mail devotional that takes the writings of several Puritan writers and re-publishes them … Continue reading →

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GYRO Week 4 – Passport Date

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Debi Walter

We love to travel, but sometimes it just isn’t possible to go away to a place of your dreams. That’s the idea behind this week’s theme. Pick a country you’ve always wanted to go to and plan a night around … Continue reading →

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I Will Be Your Witness

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Debi Walter

Today we want to talk about an important aspect of marriage, something you may not have thought about. It will help if you take a few minutes to watch this movie clip from Shall We Dance first. Witness.  A witness … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Room With A View

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Debi Walter

A husband and wife were busy attending to the needs of their family, their home, their church, when they heard the Father call their names. He led them to a door in their house that they had never before noticed. … Continue reading →

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I Love The Way You Hold Me

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Debi Walter

What I love about love songs is how they apply to both our Savior and our spouse. This song by Jamie Grace is a perfect example. As you listen think of your Savior and your spouse. You will be blessed.

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Come Grow Old With Me

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Debi Walter

I remember when we reached the point in our marriage where we had been together longer than we had been single. It was thrilling to have crossed that milestone bringing with it a sense of success. Although we were very … Continue reading →

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Embracing the Moment

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Debi Walter

When a couple stands at the altar to exchange wedding vows, both promise many things to each other. Some share traditional vows and others write in their own words from the heart. Their focus is on the future and all … Continue reading →

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GYRO Week 2 – Coffee Shop

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Debi Walter

Welcome to week two of our Get Your Romance On Challenge. We have several signed up for the entire 14 week date night challenge. However, we invite you to try one or more even if you’re not up to doing all … Continue reading →

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4 Myths Of At-Home Themed Date Nights – Part 4

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Debi Walter

Myth #4 – I’m not creative! Oh how many times we’ve heard this one. The best part of planning a themed date is it makes it easier for those who are not so creative. Having the parameters of a theme … Continue reading →

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4 Myths Of At-Home Themed Date Nights – Part 3

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Debi Walter

First of all we want to share that The Romantic Vineyard was voted a Top 12 Marriage Blog for 2012 on a Twitter contest sponsored by Square 1 Ministries. We don’t take such honors lightly, but recognize God is at work … Continue reading →

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4 Myths of At-Home Themed Date Nights – Part 2

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Debi Walter

Myth #2 – Themed at-home dates are expensive. This couldn’t be further from the truth! It’s not necessary to spend a lot of money to pull off a great themed date night. Especially if you plan your date around one … Continue reading →

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4 Myths Of At-Home Themed Date Nights – Part 1

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Debi Walter

With the GYRO Challenge in full swing, we had an interesting conversation with our grown kids about planning themed date nights at home. Both of our married daughters said their husbands would roll their eyes at the thought of such … Continue reading →

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GYRO Week 1 – Game Night

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Debi Walter

Welcome to week one of our Get Your Romance On Challenge. We have several signed up for the entire 14 week date night challenge. However, we invite you to try one or more even if you’re not up to doing … Continue reading →

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Civic Duty or Delight?

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Debi Walter

I have always been fascinated with our judicial system…always wanted to be chosen for jury duty (happened only 2 times in 35 years!)…always wanted to be selected to serve on a case…but not today! Why? 1. It’s Valentine’s Day 2. … Continue reading →

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Happy ValenTom’s Day

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Debi Walter

You read that right, and no we’re not a day early. Our daughter and three adorable grandchildren are coming for a visit on V-Day, so we’re celebrating “ValenTom’s Day” today…all day. That’s all we’re saying for now. 🙂 And it’s … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day – Hype or Help?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Debi Walter

I can’t count the number of couples I talk to who choose not to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They say it’s just another day where Hallmark, florists and chocolate companies are trying to get us to give them what’s in our … Continue reading →

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Don’t Skip This One Thing

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Debi Walter

I remember hearing as a young adult when considering my future husband to pay attention to how he treated his mother. This was said to be a great indicator of his real character. Through the years I’ve come to see … Continue reading →

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10 Things My Mom’s Death Taught Me

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Debi Walter

My Mom’s estate sale was this past weekend. It was another layer of letting go, and it wasn’t easy–not that I thought it would be. Things are not special. They wear out, rust, decay and break. But the memory of … Continue reading →

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Pray In This Way

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Debi Walter

Have you ever been in a season of your marriage when you honestly don’t know how to pray? It usually happens when you realize what you want to happen may not be the best, but you don’t know an alternative … Continue reading →

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