Category Archives: Christian Marriage

Everyday Romance – Remember When

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Debi Walter

Today’s challenge is short and sweet–Find a picture from one of your favorite times together. Take some time to write out what you loved most about this time in your history. To Help You Think of what you were doing … Continue reading →

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Everyday Romance – Hidden Notes

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Debi Walter

Today’s romantic challenge is to write a group of notes to your spouse telling them something specific in stages and hiding them where you know they’ll find them. Or you can give them the first one that provides a hint … Continue reading →

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Can We Talk?

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Debi Walter

Last night at our small group meeting a couple shared something they had recently gone through that they thought would be helpful to the rest of us. It was. It provided a spring board for an entire evening of dialogue. … Continue reading →

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On Guard For Good

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Debi Walter

We recently went to see the movie Unbroken, and unfortunately got there in time to see the previews of upcoming films. We were shocked to see the trailer to the movie, 50 Shades of Grey, rated R, which is set … Continue reading →

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Are You Free To Do This In Your Home?

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Debi Walter

  It is greatly needed in every home, yet oftentimes life gets so serious that months can go by and we haven’t even thought about it much less found a reason to do it. But we encourage you to find venues … Continue reading →

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How Kind Are You? Does It Matter?

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Debi Walter

Today is our monthly post on the Engaged Marriage blog. This month’s title is…The Role Kindness Plays In Romance. I’d love for you to click over and read about what God has been saying to me recently in regard to … Continue reading →

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Time To Trade In Your Old Marriage For A New One?

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Debi Walter

This is how we treat our cars, our furniture, our things. But it isn’t how we are to treat our marriage. Tom and I will soon celebrate our 36th wedding anniversary. We’ve been through many seasons–newlyweds, becoming parents, home-ownership, raising … Continue reading →

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Lessons From An Unbroken Man

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Debi Walter

You’ve most likely heard about the new movie, Unbroken, based on the true-life story of Louis Zamperini. What you may not know is that his story is not only one of survival, but of forgiveness. Louis said that hatred does … Continue reading →

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It’s Complicated

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Debi Walter

You may wonder what I’m talking about with the title of today’s post. Actually, I’m talking about life. We have been in an extended season of change and challenges. There are no easy answers, only learning to adjust to a … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas From Our Home To Yours!

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Debi Walter
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What’s The Romantic Temperature In Your Home?

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Debi Walter

Every month (the second Monday) we are featured on the Engaged Marriage blog. Our topic is romance in marriage. Following is this month’s post… If marriage is like a house, then romance is the central air and heat. Think about … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Infused Marriage

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Debi Walter

Infusion is a popular term used today in regards to the craft of making a good cup of tea. It’s the process of steeping to promote strength and character.  I love to look up the definition of words from Noah … Continue reading →

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Do You Know How To Dad?

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Debi Walter

Face it, a big part of marriage involves raising kids. They have a way of consuming all of our time and energy, if we let them. This is why priorities must be established in order to keep our marriages strong … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Debi Walter
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In Sickness And In Health

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Debi Walter

For the past month we’ve been busy, but haven’t gone anywhere. Tom has been fighting the flu and bronchitis which has been a bear to defeat. I have worked hard to make sure he’s comfortable, well-fed and well-hydrated. Thankfully, he’s … Continue reading →

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There Is A Day Coming…

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Debi Walter

…that we all know is certain, yet the way we live might say otherwise. I’m talking about the day when “death do us part”. Why this topic? Why today? Because we received a text this morning telling us that a … Continue reading →

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Happy Monday!

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Debi Walter

  This is the 2nd Monday and the one day I guest post on the Engaged Marriage blog. Today’s post is titled, What’s Your RQ? Any guesses about what RQ stands for? Give it a shot, and then click over … Continue reading →

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Fall Back – An Extra Hour To Romance Your Spouse

Posted on November 1, 2014 by Debi Walter

Tonight we turn our clocks back an hour, ending Daylight Saving Time for 2014. Not all areas of the country take part in this annual manipulation of time, but if you do, we have some ideas on how to squeeze … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Date Night Ideas, Fall Date Ideas, Romance in Marriage, romancing your spouse, romantic date nights | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

What Did You Expect?

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Debi Walter

This is the last week of the CMBA challenge to post during the month of October on Words of Wisdom. This last week is to include books or blogs that have had an impact on our marriage for good. Hands … Continue reading →

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Words From Friends Part Two – Wise Indeed!

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Debi Walter

Tom and I have been blessed to be a part of a church since it’s inception in 1985. We have “grown up”, so to speak, with many of the same people who were there with us on that Sunday nearly … Continue reading →

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