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.

Saying It

Tom surprised me this past weekend and bought tickets to see Chaim Topol’s fairwell tour of Fiddler On The Roof – one of my all-time favorite musicals.  When the house lights dimmed, the stage came to life with this timeless … Continue reading

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Mark Your Calendar

Don’t forget we have a contest taking place…all you have to do to enter is join our Vineyard.  Follow the link located in the right sidebar.  The contest ends October 27th! Now for all this week has to offer in … Continue reading

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The Letter “P”

We have a contest underway, yet it’s time for another letter from our Alphabet Date series.  This week we look at all the letter “P” offers. “P” Activities: Picnic in the Park – Spend some time really making the best … Continue reading

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The Results Are In!

We asked last week if you found our Mark Your Calendar posts to be helpful, and the majority wins!  We will continue to post local events every week on Monday, in order to help you make date night (or day) … Continue reading

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Freebie Friday – Day at the Museum

The Smithsonian Institute has named Saturday, September 26th as Free Museum Day.  There are 651 museums participating across the country.  What a great opportunity to enjoy an afternoon together for FREE. In order to receive the free admission you must … Continue reading

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Peace Meal

We all need it, and when we don’t have it we miss it!  What is it?  Peace!  I receive a weekly “Peace Meal” via e-mail.  It comes every so often, but when it does, it is usually the exact Truth … Continue reading

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The Letter “O”

Our Alphabet Dates continue with a standing “O”!  We would love to hear if any of you are taking part in the Alphabet Date Night Challenge.  If not, this is something to consider next year as a great resolution! “O” … Continue reading

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Mark Your Calendar

We would like to know if our readers enjoy this weekly feature – Mark Your Calendar – on our blog.  If it is serving you in making date night plans – please let us know by posting a comment.  If … Continue reading

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Cultivating Our Friendship

We have been away this past weekend at a conference for biblical counseling in Jacksonville, and then a little personal time away in Savannah.  We’ll post “Mark Your Calendar” tomorrow.  For today we thought we’d talk about cultivating a lasting … Continue reading

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All The Difference

It’s late, and I’m contemplating what to post that will be beneficial.  Today was a special day, but for the most part it played out like any other, except for one thing; You see, today marks the 31st anniversary of … Continue reading

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The Letter “N”

We’ve made it to the second half of the alphabet date night series.  I must admit that we haven’t had a chance to try most of these ideas, but we’re amazed at how much there is to do and how … Continue reading

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Mark Your Calendars

Wednesday, September 16th The Romantic Vineyard’s Annual “Breakfast with your Spouse Day”!  Why?  31 years ago Tom proposed to me on this day right after taking me out for breakfast.  We go out for breakfast each year on this date, … Continue reading

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99 Hours To Save $$

Restaurant.com is having a 99 hour sale where gift certificates to many restaurants across the country are being offered at a 90% discount.  This translates to a $25 gift card for only a dollar!  Sound too good to be true?  … Continue reading

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The Letter “M”

“M” Activities: Making Merry Monday – plan a Monday evening doing all the things that Makes your spouse “Merry”.  This is simply making a list of everything they love and making them all available in one evening. Mountain Climbing and/or … Continue reading

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Tours Available Daily!

We have added what we hope to be a helpful tool – Our Visitor’s Guide; you’ll find it located in the right sidebar.  It walks visitors through all the various rooms available in our Vineyard.  We pray it will make … Continue reading

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The Letter “L”

This week we’re Looking at the Letter “L” for our Alphabet Date Series, and what a fun Letter it is!  We’ve added a variety of ideas – some are free and some are moderate or more expensive in cost.  We … Continue reading

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Adorning The Gospel

Our church’s marriage retreat this past weekend far surpassed our expectations.  We were reminded of the Gospel and it’s impact on our daily lives, taught truths found in the Bible and encouraged practically in how to make this work in … Continue reading

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Mark Your Calendars

September is Orlando Magical Dining Month, where you can sample several higher end restaurants at a fraction of the normal cost.  It’s a great opportunity to try some place different. Click here for live Jazz performances around town. Thursday, September … Continue reading

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School Is In Session

School has started and what a great distraction this can be for romance.  For those with school-aged children there are lessons to plan,  homework to check, lunches to pack and calendars to schedule.  It can be exhausting going from one … Continue reading

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The Letter “K”

“K” Activities: Kayaking – This is a great way to spend an afternoon together. Kite Flying – buy a kite and go to an open field or park on a windy day.  Or if you’re close by – the beach … Continue reading

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