Category Archives: Christian Marriage

16 Tips on Marriage from the Longest Married Couple in America

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Debi Walter

The year was 1932. The Great Depression was in full swing, but a celebration of love was taking place in November of that year. John and Ann Betar eloped after fleeing Connecticut because Ann's father had arranged her to marry … Continue reading →

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Old Age Fresh Love

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Debi Walter

“Come grow old with me. The best is yet to be” is a quote lovers use often to express their devotion. However, when old age is knocking on the door it doesn’t seem to have the same romantic appeal. It is … Continue reading →

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“You Are So Beautiful To Me”

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Debi Walter

Wives, how many of you have heard your husband say this to you? I would imagine most of us would say we have, but do you believe him? Or do you find yourself arguing or rejecting his compliments? You may … Continue reading →

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Magnifying Respect In Marriage

Posted on July 25, 2017 by Debi Walter

When asked, “Do you respect your spouse?” Most of us would answer a quick YES! It’s necessary to examine respect to see if we know what we’re talking about. Webster’s 1828 Dictionary defines it this way: RESPECT’, verb transitive – … Continue reading →

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Two Ways To Improve Your Communication In Marriage

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Debi Walter

Sometimes we hear advice that is familiar so we ignore it even if we aren’t practicing it; It’s called a well-worn path. The Bible calls it not having ears to hear. Ouch! Communication, like baseball, is learned over time with … Continue reading →

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Two Weddings and an Engagement

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Debi Walter

  I have two nephews who are getting married within six weeks of each other this Summer. I am coordinating one and helping with the rehearsal dinner for the other, and I am loving every minute of it! Right in … Continue reading →

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Monday Date Night Prompts – Game Night

Posted on July 3, 2017 by Debi Walter

Game nights are usually reserved for Family Nights, not date nights. However, I think we are missing out by making such a judgment.  You may have seen some of our most popular romantic game ideas like: Scrabble Clue Putt-putt golf … Continue reading →

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Keeping It Real–Worth The Effort

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Debi Walter

If you haven’t figured it out by now, I love parties. I love holidays. I love surprises. I love celebrations. Since Tom has retired it makes it very difficult to surprise him. He is almost always home when I’m home. … Continue reading →

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Monday Date Night Prompts – On The Water

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Debi Walter

Summer is in full-swing and it’s finally warm enough to enjoy time on the water, which brings us to our date night prompt for this week! We live in Florida where water is a part of our lives all year … Continue reading →

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5 Marriage Blogger Husband’s Answer This Question…

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Debi Walter

Why is Sex Important? Part One Listen in on this podcast as my husband, Tom, and the following men discuss this vital aspect of Sex in a healthy Marriage: Paul Byerly, The Generous Husband and The XY Code Scott Means, Heaven … Continue reading →

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Lesson Learned

Posted on June 20, 2017 by Debi Walter

There was a time in our marriage when Tom said something that hurt me deeply. It wasn’t the intent of his heart to hurt me, but because of the verse above I insisted that something was in his heart that … Continue reading →

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Loving v. Virginia – 50 Years of Interracial Marriage

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Debi Walter

John Piper has written an outstanding tribute to the pivotal anniversary celebrated today. It was on June 12, 1967 when the United States Supreme Court declared unconstitutional all state laws that prohibited interracial marriage. But it didn’t change in America instantly. … Continue reading →

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Please Take Our Poll: How Do You Selfie?

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Debi Walter

We invite you to take our Selfie Survey.  Also, feel free to share a selfie photo in our comments if you’d like. 🙂

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We Remember

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Debi Walter
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Monday Date Night Prompts – Rendezvous

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Debi Walter

One of the thing that is so romantic about dating before you get married is meeting together in out of the way places to talk and get to know each other a little more. Tom and I wanted to recapture … Continue reading →

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The Core of Who We Are

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Debi Walter

When we began blogging in 2008, there were only a handful of marriage bloggers seeking to spread the encouragement that marriages can not only survive, but thrive. Now 9 years later there are 130 marriage blogs who have committed to … Continue reading →

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Monday Date Night Prompt – Catching Bids

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Debi Walter

You may be wondering what in the world we mean by “catching bids”. It’s not a new technique for shopping on eBay; It has to do with cherishing your spouse in a very personal way.  We can’t take credit for … Continue reading →

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Monday Date Night Prompts – Puzzled

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Debi Walter

When was the last time you purchased a jigsaw puzzle? I can’t remember when I did, which has led me to consider doing this for our prompt this week. Go to the store and buy a 1000 piece puzzle. Set … Continue reading →

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Make The Most Of Time

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Debi Walter

One of the advantages of our season of life is having time to do things we wouldn’t have normally had time to do. We are on our way home from a 9 day trip to Ukraine and The Netherlands where … Continue reading →

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Monday Date Night Prompts – Picnic Ideas To Mix and Match

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Debi Walter

I’m sure you’ve enjoyed a picnic or two since you’ve been married. But today’s prompt mixes up the traditional picnic to make it something special. Pick Your Menu Hot Meal from a favorite restaurant picked up while on your way … Continue reading →

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