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Category Archives: Christian Marriage
Foodie Fridays – Lasagna and Sunday Dinners
Tom and I love having people over for dinner; I think we’ve made this obvious. But there is something we have decided to bring back from my growing up years—Sunday Dinners In my parent’s home weekday meals were called “supper”, … Continue reading
Good Advice
Our daughter-in-love shared something with me I’ve never forgotten. Shortly after her grandmother died, she explained the reason for her long, well-lived life. Her grandmother purposed every day to laugh out loud—not just a chuckle—but the deep belly laugh that … Continue reading
Happy Labor Day
We’ve had a wonderfully slow morning on the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Traveling at 10 mph with no sound but the bird’s welcoming the morning sun. We were content just to soak it all in. Even the gators took part. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Holidays, Labor Day
Tagged Free Date Ideas, Gators, Labor Day, Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive
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Foodie Fridays – Our Favorites
This past week Orlando celebrated all the “Best of” businesses as voted by the public. It was fun to see many of our favorite restaurants on the list. This got us thinking, why not share with you the places we … Continue reading
Rest
This word can either make you sigh with a smile because you understand the benefit of rest. Or it can ache like a pebble in your shoe, wanting it but never getting relief to find it. Why is rest so … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Christy Nockels, rest, The Life You Long For
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Are You Prepared For A Marriage Hurricane?
It’s nearing the peak of hurricane season in Florida (September 10th). The newest families to call Florida home are the ones most likely to panic as a storm approaches. As a native Floridian, we don’t panic, but we prepare. We … Continue reading
Today Is Special
This is the day my husband was born and it will always be special. He is a gift to me, our family and all who know him. He is a faithful man who cares deeply for those he loves. He … Continue reading
Posted in Birthdays, Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Sunrise Dates
Tagged Birthdays, Eggs Benedict, Sunrise Ocean
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Foodie Fridays – Creamed Corn on the Cob
Tom found this recipe and we had to try it. One of my only memories of my grandfather was his creamed corn. I was only four years old when he died, but I loved this dish and I loved him! … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged creamed corn on the cob, Foodie Fridays, recipes, summer food
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Everyday Ways to Nurture Your Marriage
On Monday we talked about treating your spouse well above all else. Today we want to share some ideas to help you keep the motivation going. Pick one a week for the next few weeks without telling your spouse. Let … Continue reading
Above All
When life gets busy, priorities often suffer. That’s when we need the Word of God to bring clarity and correction to our marriage. Colossians 3:14 says, “And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” How are you … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Priorities
Tagged Above All, Colossians 3:14, Priorities in Marriage
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Foodie Fridays – Vacation Food Favorites
We took a spontaneous trip to the High Country of North Carolina to escape the extreme August heat in Florida. When you’re retired you can do this! There is no way we can choose just one dish, so we decided … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Retirement
Tagged Foodie Fridays, vacation food
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Fog In Marriage
On Monday’s post I shared about the plans we expect vs. what we’re given. It has been a week of asking God to help me see what He gives as a blessing, rather than a disappointment. When I complain about … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication, Difficulty, Perspective in Marriage
Tagged Fog, Moses on Mt. Sinai, seeing clearly
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Expected vs. Given
We’ve all been there; we have great expectations for a date, a vacation, a party or even weather. And when the time comes it is “less than”. This summer Tom and I had great expectations for time away in New … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Keeping It Real, Thankfulness
Tagged Expected over Given, Surrender, Trusting God
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Foodie Friday – Fried Rice
Fried rice is a favorite of mine because it uses up leftovers in a fresh way. And there is no limit to the varieties you can make. Last week Tom was making chicken wings and fried rice seemed the perfect … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Foodie Fridays, Fried Rice, Gimme Some Oven
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Just Sayin’…
Hump Day is hump day! Let your imagination prompt you! Grateful that there is only one who can fulfill all the longings of your heart—spirit, soul and body. God has joined you as one…enjoy the gift of oneness. Have a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Intimacy, Physical
Tagged Hump Day, Physical intimacy
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Can We Encourage You Today?
This past week was our last community group meeting for the summer. Our church has groups that meet for three months and then takes one off. August is an “off” month. Our CG leader decided to have us spend this … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication
Tagged Date Night Questions, Encouragement, Hebrews 3:13
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Avoiding The Door
Imagine living in a house that had one door you never opened; one room ignored. It is avoided because neither spouse wants to go there. Instead both go the long way around it as they live their days together. The … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Difficulty, Emotional, Growing Strong Marriages, Intimacy
Tagged disregarded, hard questions in marriage, I don’t feel heard, marriage, open door of communication
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Lessons from Yoda
We had a conversation with a young husband and father whom we have known since he was born. It was one of those talks where both of us were being encouraged; we were encouraging him with the gift God has … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Forgiveness, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real
Tagged Conflict in Marriage, Lessons from Yoda, Name your fear
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Foodie Fridays – Salmon Tacos with Mango Peach Salsa
We love good food, so you can imagine how excited we were to travel to New England. We had visions of lobster this and lobster that, but unfortunately the food left us wanting. We don’t know if it was us … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged cilantro lime crema, Foodie Fridays, mango peach salsa, recipes, Salmon tacos
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How To Stay Emotionally Connected In Marriage
Let’s face it, this isn’t an easy task in any season of marriage. Emotions differ from day-to-day, and if there is no intentional plans to stay connected, drift will happen. Drift is slow movement with no control of direction. Hardly … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, communication, Emotional, Intimacy
Tagged Andrew Murray, Emotional Connection, Humility
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