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.

Foodie Fridays – Tuscan Crackers

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Debi Walter

I am a native of Florida, also known as a Florida Cracker. But this post is from another country—Italy, and another state—Tuscany. Our first night in Tuscany we were treated to a dinner prepared at our villa by two, talented … Continue reading →

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Why Not Now?

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Debi Walter

I’ve been thinking how challenging communicating about hard things can be in marriage. – Maybe you don’t agree on your budget limitations. – Maybe you are hurt over something your spouse said, but you’re afraid to tell them. – Maybe … Continue reading →

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Dreams Come True

Posted on May 6, 2024 by Debi Walter

Since I was a young girl I’ve always wanted to visit Switzerland. Imagine my delight to experience this dream with my husband for our 45th anniversary? We like to ask each other after a trip what are the things you’ll … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Siena, Italy

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Debi Walter

“One of the many ways to know a territory is by “tasting it”. (From their website) Our first day exploring Tuscany took us to Siena. We planned to tour the city seeing its museums, famous plaza and duomo. But we … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Italy Here We Come

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Debi Walter

I know I have been absent for a few weeks and I’ve missed you all. But there were many logs in the fire needing constant attention. Thankfully, we’ve found reprieve and our 45th anniversary trip to Italy and Switzerland is … Continue reading →

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Good Friday

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Debi Walter

Normally this is my Foodie Friday post where we share good food we’ve enjoyed whether at home or out on the town. But this Friday is special. It is the day when Jesus paused to break bread with his disciples … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Debi Walter

This week is what Christians call Holy Week. It is the beginning of following Jesus’s final journey on Earth to the cross. It is the most important week of the year. If Jesus didn’t die and 3 days later rise … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Happy Pi Day

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Debi Walter

I have a history of baking pies since Tom and I were first married. We lived in a rented retirement condo in Bradenton, FL, 3 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. I loved our one bedroom apartment with the canary … Continue reading →

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Pruning Your Marriage

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Debi Walter

We recently did a hard pruning in our yard. All plants were cut back, except for our azaleas that are showing off this year. They will be pruned later. The first cut is always the hardest. Once you start you’re … Continue reading →

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When Hard Times Come

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Debi Walter

We’ve all had them. Circumstances don’t go the way we planned. Or worse something happens that sends your emotions reeling. It’s hard to believe the unthinkable happened and you have to deal with the aftermath of a difficult situation. This … Continue reading →

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How To Avoid A Pharisee’s Attitude in Marriage

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Debi Walter

The Pharisees were the religious elite of their day. They spanned the motives of their heart with a pat on the back. All the perfection boxes were checked, yet one thing was lacking—humility. Humility is lowliness of mind; a deep … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – The Capital Grille

Posted on February 29, 2024 by Debi Walter

We love celebrating our anniversary. We make much of what God has done in our lives individually and in our relationship. There are so many stories of disappointments, sicknesses, accidents, celebrations, victories and awards. All of them tell the story … Continue reading →

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Adventure Begins With One Word

Posted on February 28, 2024 by Debi Walter

Last week we took our Ukrainian friends to see the Manatees at Blue Springs State Park. But we almost missed it. When we were on our way we couldn’t understand why our GPS said, “5 miles and 30 minutes to … Continue reading →

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5 Words

Posted on February 26, 2024 by Debi Walter

We need to say these 5 words probably more often than we do. It’s a sure way to end an argument and the best way to restore intimacy. These 5 words have the ability to reset your marriage. It can … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Birchermuesli

Posted on February 23, 2024 by Debi Walter

It was the first trip to Chicago Tom and I took for business. He had to go to the National Restaurant show at McCormick Place held annually in May. To say I was excited would be an understatement. We arrived … Continue reading →

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45

Posted on February 21, 2024 by Debi Walter

What do you think of when you see this number? My first thought is the record collection I had as a young teenager. Records came in three sizes—45 rpm that had a single song on each side. 33 rpm that … Continue reading →

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Presidents’ Quotes About Their Wives

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Debi Walter

It is Presidents’ Day in our country which falls around Washington’s (2/19) and Lincoln’s (2/12) birthdays every year. We love good quotes that inspire our own thoughts towards our spouse. And here are some excellent words penned by various presidents … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Steak Dinner So Rich You Can Skip Dessert

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Debi Walter

I know that’s a very long title, but it is seriously true! We found this recipe in a Williams and Sonoma French cookbook that was a gift. The photo drew us in and the recipe has been a favorite now … Continue reading →

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3 Questions to Make Valentine’s Day More Intimate

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Debi Walter

Valentine’s Day is typically either an annual event in your home—one focused on the kids giving cards and conversation hearts to their schoolmates, or it’s a token holiday including a card, flowers or chocolates for your wife. We can take … Continue reading →

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Fairytale or Adventure

Posted on February 12, 2024 by Debi Walter

Tom and I are watching The Crown on Netflix. We started it a long time ago, but never finished it; our life demanded our attention elsewhere. In fact we forgot about it until our pastor mentioned it one recent Sunday. … Continue reading →

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