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Category Archives: Christian Marriage
Vintage Post – Cultivating the Quiet in Your Marriage
Originally posted in 2012. A timely reminder This week we are delving into the depths of cultivating the quiet in our minds, hearts and marriages. It may be something you’ve thought about often, or you may be venturing into unknown … Continue reading
Posted in Boredom, Christian Marriage, Vintage Posts
Tagged Boredom, cultivating quiet, Gary Thomas, marriage
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Foodie Fridays – Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
A few years ago Tom and I went on Whole 30 diet to figure out what foods were causing me trouble. He is amazing in how he’ll go out of his way to curb his appetite to help me when … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged 40 Aprons, Foodie Fridays, Tuscan Shrimp Pasta, Whole 30 diet
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On A Roll
Have you ever accomplished something together that makes you happier than you expected it would? We did a few days ago. The goal started in 2019. We had set aside time to clean out and organize our garage. But then … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real, Priorities
Tagged garage, marriage, Organizing, to-do lists
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Life is Hard, But God is Good
Years ago when our kids were teenagers and still at home, a song by this title was released. It resonated with me because raising teens was the hardest thing I had yet to encounter. The Lord brought this song to … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Christian Marriage, Keeping It Real, Music, Perspective in Marriage, Seasons of Life
Tagged God is good, Hard Times, life is hard, Pam Thum, testimony
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Foodie Fridays – Mashed Potatoes with Hamburger Gravy
It’s Mother’s Day this weekend which makes me miss my Mom so much. She has been gone now for thirteen years and it’s still hard for me to walk by the Mother’s Day card aisle, as it accentuates my loss. … Continue reading
Relaxed?
We have purposed this year to write consistently every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. And by God’s grace we have been faithful to do so, that is until now. Most of you know we have a special needs grandson, Elias, who … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Grandparenting, Keeping It Real, Seasons of Life
Tagged anxiety, Megan Fate Marshman, parainfluenza3, Philippians 4:6, Prayer, Proverbs 3:5-6, Relaxed
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Foodie Friday’s – Stuffed Bell Peppers
I haven’t been cooking much the last couple of weeks, so I was ready to get back in the kitchen. This recipe was fun to make. There is something therapeutic for me in prepping the veggies and cooking them all … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged comfort foods, Stuffed Bell Peppers, the art of cooking, The Cozy Cook
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Where We’ve Been
Last week our blog was silent. There is a valid reason that I explain on my personal blog today—Write From The Heart. We invite you to click over and read it. Our Foodie Fridays post will be back this week. … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Christian Marriage, Seasons of Life, Testimonies
Tagged Family, memories, Write From The Heart
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Required
There is one thing required for a marriage to grow strong and healthy. Without it a marriage ends up with a lot more conflicts and disagreements. This one thing is humility. It isn’t thinking less of yourself—as in self-deprecation—but it … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Conflict, Keeping It Real
Tagged Conflict in Marriage, Humility, marriage
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Foodie Fridays – A Significant Supper
Today is Good Friday. It is the day we as Christians remember Jesus and the willing sacrifice He made for us on the cross. But before He was arrested He sat down with those closest to Him and served them … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Easter, Foodie Fridays, Holidays, Spiritual Intimacy
Tagged Foodie Fridays, Good Friday, The Last Supper, The Table is Set
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Making Holy Week Personal
This week is the week we celebrate the arrival of Jesus to Jerusalem. He came humble and riding on a donkey. The people rejoiced saying, “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” Imagine if Jesus were … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Easter, Holidays, Intimacy, Spiritual
Tagged Ephesians 5:31-32, Holy Week, Spiritual Intimacy
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Foodie Fridays – The Master’s Famous Peach Ice Cream Sandwiches
Tom and I love playing golf together. Our parents played together, and we have carried on the tradition. Most Sunday afternoons you can find us watching it on TV and this weekend is the Sunday of all Sundays to watch. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Foodie Fridays, Intentional Hospitality, Peach Ice Cream sandwiches, The Master’s Tournament
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Vintage Post – Trigger Words
Mark Twain said, “The difference between the right word and the almost right word is “the difference between lightning and a lightning bug.” I suppose the reverse of this could be said as well – using the wrong words when … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Repentance, Vintage Posts
Tagged fighting words, Grace, Mark Twain, trigger words
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We Blinked
Yesterday was a banner day for us. Our church, Metro Life Church in Casselberry, FL, turned 40. We were part of the start in the spring of 1985. We had two of our three children at that time as 17 … Continue reading
Foodie Fridays – Chicken Fried Chicken
Comfort. It’s part of my word for this year, #comfortandjoy2025. This has been one of those weeks I would rather avoid. But I’ve learned in the last few years that hard times produce good fruit. That is, if we are … Continue reading
Time to Kneel
Tom and I have had projects on our to-do list for years that we simply haven’t made or had the time to accomplish well. Things that living in the same home for 32 years demand, e.g. cleaning out and organizing … Continue reading
Foodie Friday – Lobster Stock and Bisque
Tom and I enjoy watching cooking competitions and shows on TV. I have learned some valuable things for my growth in culinary skills. Ha! Typing that sounds so strange. When we got married I didn’t know how to cook, but … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Foodie Fridays
Tagged Alton Brown, Andrew Zimmern, Foodie Fridays, Lobster bisque, Lobster stock, recipes
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Conscience
Conscience. The place where the Holy calls the lowly. Only those who are lowly hear the whispers of the Holy. Conscience. The tender place where God speaks and we bow tender in adoration. Conscience. Marriage is built on truth and … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages, Keeping It Real
Tagged Conscience, Healthy Marriage, Humility, Maturity
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Not Helpful
Has someone who was supposed to do something for you or a loved one ever let you down? Did the situation not resolve with the ending you wanted? I’m certain we have all experienced such disappointments in life and in … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Forgiveness, Keeping It Real
Tagged communication, not helpful, Resolving Conflict
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