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.

Sparkle Challenge #2

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Debi Walter

Today meet Danny and Nikki who came up with a very creative and fun date for her husband: Fire and Ice Date Dinner: Homemade Red Hot Buffalo Wings served with Ice Cold Salads with tomato and cucumber from our garden! … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Debi Walter

We have just returned from a week in the mountains, and the heat is on!  It’s amazing how quickly we can acclimate ourselves to the cooler temperatures. Tom would live in the mountains if he could, but God has ordained … Continue reading →

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Project 52: The Taulbees Visit France

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Debi Walter

Ooh La La!  Today’s post is by our dear friend Vicki Taulbee who excels at romancing her husband.  In case you missed it, we first introduced you to her on this post.  (NOTE: we now post her date the first … Continue reading →

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Project 52: 30 Minutes To A Memory

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Debi Walter

Have you ever thought how light affects romance?  Think of it – a dimly lit restaurant invites lovers to come in and sit a spell as opposed to a vibrant, brightly lit restaurant that causes even the slowest eater to … Continue reading →

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Project 52: Wildside and Lakeside

Posted on July 14, 2010 by Debi Walter

Don’t Forget the Sparkle Challenge for the Wives!  Time is ticking and you certainly don’t want to miss this chance.  For what?  Click here (no husbands, please!) to find out! ____________________________________________________ Our date this week started later than usual because … Continue reading →

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Slices

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Debi Walter

Today’s Slice brings up this idea in marriage:  Even the best made plans are subject to the “weather”.  The only “whether” we can control is “whether” or NOT we’ll let it spoil our date. Have you ever had the weather … Continue reading →

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You’ll Never Know What You’ve Missed!

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Debi Walter

I recently had a conversation with someone who has been married for decades – like us – yet romancing each other was not something they had practiced.  Their marriage was strong; their love genuine.  She struggles with blogs like ours … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Sparkle for Your Man

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Debi Walter

This post is for the Wives Only – so we’d appreciate it if the guys would let us have this post to ourselves! Feel free to take some time to visit the Husbands Only Room.  Merci beau coupe! Ladies, as … Continue reading →

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Doubling Our Joy

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Debi Walter

Last week Tom was weeding my flower garden, while he let me float in the pool.  I know, he is an amazing man!  🙂  However, his helping hand ended up accidentally breaking off the top half of my beautiful pink … Continue reading →

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Slices

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Debi Walter

Praying that the hands of the little ones we hold today will one day give their hands and hearts to Christ!

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Project 52: A Home Run!

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Debi Walter

This week’s date was a home run. Since Tom has been sick with pneumonia he’s had his fill of medications.  The Bible says that laughter does a soul good – like medicine, so this week we planned for laughter and … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Debi Walter

It’s 10a., and I just finished breakfast!  Needless to say, I’m off to a very slow start this week.  I’m sure most of you enjoyed a full weekend, like we did – celebrating the wonderful Dad’s in our lives.  On … Continue reading →

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Project 52: Playing Catch Up

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Debi Walter

No, this isn’t a creative new game to play on your next night out – it’s one of those dates that are necessary from time to time. And one we desperately needed after the past two weeks. In Europe it … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Debi Walter

When Tom and I were about to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, I had no idea what to get him that would match such a momentous event in our lives.  A small gift seemed so insignificant; he had, after all, … Continue reading →

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Slices

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Debi Walter

Here is another Slice of married life for you to ponder.  Let us know what this photo triggers in your mind!

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Project 52: Interrupted

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Debi Walter

Life has been different lately.  Our normal routine has been interrupted by unavoidable things;  Some remodeling, a prolonged sickness and a wonderful celebration allowing us to babysit our grandchildren, to mention just a few.  Needless to say, we probably won’t … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Debi Walter

One of the greatest benefits of practicing romance in marriage is the strength it provides when life isn’t going so well.  We’re not talking strength in our ability to love each other, but strength that comes from putting our spouse … Continue reading →

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Project 52: Our Caribbean Cruise Date

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Debi Walter

This past week my husband blessed me with a week long cruise to the western Caribbean.  Words cannot describe the amazing time we had together.  There was a full moon one night and the song, Lucky, by Jason Mraz and … Continue reading →

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A Memorial Day Love Story

Posted on May 27, 2010 by Debi Walter

Last week we had a Memorial Service for my Aunt Hazel.  She passed away this year after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. My Uncle Arnold passed away in 2001 from Leukemia.  In honor of Memorial Day on Monday, we … Continue reading →

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Project 52: The Taulbees Visit Jamaica-man

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Debi Walter

This month’s travels took us to the tropical island of Jamaica!  This was a particular favorite of mine because my family heritage is Jamaican, and I especially enjoy the flavorful cuisine.  Having been exposed to Caribbean cooking through my family, … Continue reading →

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