Author Archives: Tom and Debi

Mark Your Calendar

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Tom and Debi

      We are home and happily exhausted.  We had an amazing time away together, and we saw some beautiful parts of the world we had never before seen.  We are looking forward to diving back into blogging the … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Fall has definitely arrived, and what fun to plan some time to be together outdoors.  If you are wanting a special date – check out our Outdoor Date Night Ideas.  Or if you would rather do something different, check out … Continue reading →

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The Fruit of the Spirit: Kindness

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Today we’re talking about kindness.  Everyone knows what kindness is.  It is the one trait that sends us into our day with a smile on our face.  It is the one trait missing when we’ve been cut off in traffic.  … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Tom and Debi

This week we are on our Trip of a Lifetime in beautiful New England, but we didn’t want you to lack for things to do around here!  So, we’ve posted ahead for your convenience: CENTRAL: Altamonte Springs – Uptown Altamonte … Continue reading →

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Project 52: Meeting Halfway

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Tom and Debi

This week we did something we rarely do on date night; we met some friends for dinner.  However, these friends weren’t friends we see everyday because they live 2 hours away from us. We miss them dearly.  We used to … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Tom and Debi

We were reminded this weekend of the tragic events from 9/11/01.  It was a difficult day for us, but not as much as it was for those who knew they were speaking to their spouse for the last time.  Can … Continue reading →

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Our Winner is…

Posted on September 12, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Paula from Colorado.  She has a blog titled, Hearty Works, and is the devoted mother of four children. Congratulations, Paula!  Thanks for being a valuable part of our Vineyard. Enjoy a night out on us with your husband.  May your … Continue reading →

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Project 52: The Taulbees Visit Italy

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Tom and Debi

For those of you who don’t remember, Jeff and Vicki Taulbee are good friend of ours who have taken the Project 52 Challenge, but tweaked it down to fit their schedule.  Vicki plans a special date once a month to … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Tom and Debi

School is back in session; the days are getting shorter. The store shelves are lined with fall decor. Labor Day is one week from today; it’s the official end of summer. Why not plan a Kiss Summer Goodbye for Two … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Meet Chad and Sarah Markley

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Tom and Debi

We have had the privilege of getting to know this couple through the blog Sarah writes titled, Best Days of My Life.  She is an excellent writer, but what makes her writing worth reading is her heart to serve God … Continue reading →

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Harvest Time

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Tom and Debi

We have one winery nearby in a small town called Clermont just west of Orlando.  Lakeridge Winery had their annual Grape Stomp Harvest this past weekend.  We’ve always wanted to go, but haven’t been able to yet.  However, a good … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar + Lighten Up Challenge

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Ladies and Gentlemen, We’re about to engage in a race together around a very familiar track – LIFE.  We take a lap a day, and it can become quite predictable for all of us.  We have decided to add to … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday : A Challenge That Will Make You…

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Tom and Debi

…LAUGH! That’s right!  How would you like to take us up on a challenge to look at the lighter side of life – to actually (LOL) laugh out loud, when you would normally react in anger? It’s a simple challenge … Continue reading →

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Great Song List

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Last week for our monthly giveaway we asked our FB fans to share with us their favorite romantic song of all time.  The selections were great and varied, some were familiar and some we have never heard of.  One member … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Every Life Has A Story

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Tom and Debi
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“If You Could See What I See”

Posted on August 12, 2010 by Tom and Debi

This is the title of our monthly winner’s favorite love song, and it got us thinking about perspective.  We all have a unique perspective when it comes to life, love and happiness. Here is a video of this beautiful song … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Here is the list of what’s happening in Central Florida this week.  Make plans to have a special date with your spouse: CENTRAL Winter Park – Popcorn Flicks in the Park in beautiful Lake Island Park.  On Thursday, August 12th … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: A Helpful Tool

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Our Freebie Friday comes in the form of a tool to help encourage you to continue pursuing love in your relationship – true, unselfish love the way God intended. A friend forwarded the following to us to help us make … Continue reading →

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Sparkle Challenge #1

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Tom and Debi

The beginning of July we started a challenge for the wives.  We called it the Sparkle Challenge encouraging the ladies to visit The Dating Divas blog for a great date idea (or come up with their own idea) with which … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Anniversary Wall of Dedication

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Tom and Debi

We have a friend who recently traveled to France where she happened upon a very romantic tradition.  You may have heard of it, it’s called Locks of Love.  Basically, it’s a chain link fence on a bridge crossing the River … Continue reading →

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