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Category Archives: Christian Marriage
The Guilt Caused By Marriage Blogs
When Tom and I first started The Romantic Vineyard there weren’t many marriage blogs focusing on the positives of married life–romancing your spouse, date night ideas, honoring and respecting your spouse. Most were focused on the struggles marriages encounter and … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Conflict, Growing Strong Marriages, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Biblical Truth, Guilt, marriage
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If Our Thoughts Were Pictures–Would You Want Your Spouse To Look At Them?
A picture captures a moment in time to help us remember the experience, the people or the place photographed. I love to look at pictures as much as I like to take them. I see it as a type of … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Inner Critic, marriage, Think The Best, Thoughts in Marriage, What About Bob?, Zechariah 4:10
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Wednesday’s Walk – Rails To Trails
It’s the day of the week to plan a walk together sometime this week as part of our Summer Challenge. Today I want to share about the Rails to Trails Conservancy taking place all over the country. Here’s what their … Continue reading
Posted in #WednesdaysWalk, Christian Marriage, Contests, Date Night Ideas, Outdoor Dates, Summer Date Ideas
Tagged #WednesdaysWalk, rails-to-trails, Walking
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4 Ways We Should Never Settle In Marriage
There are times when settling is a good thing, like when you find a place to call home, or when you’re finally able to settle a long-standing argument. Settling on a purchase price of something means both parties are … Continue reading
Wednesday’s Walk
It’s Wednesday once again. How have you been doing with our Summer challenge to take regular walks together? Don’t miss this weekly chance to slow down and enjoy the time together. Be sure to use the hashtag #WednesdaysWalk when you … Continue reading
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A Conversation on Contentment in Marriage
I just finished my second ladies retreat at our cabin in North Carolina. It was all that I hoped for and more! The theme for this retreat was Contentment, which led Tom and I to have the following conversation today … Continue reading
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Take A Walk – After All, It’s Wednesday!
It’s time for Wednesdays Walk once again. Remember we have a challenge taking place this summer to help all couples get outside and enjoy a leisurely walk together. Take your camera and share with us your view. Make your … Continue reading
#WednesdaysWalk – Something Fun For The Summer
Most everyone who is on social media knows what #TBT means. It’s a hashtag for Throwback Thursday where you post a photo from your past worth sharing. I’ve enjoyed seeing and remembering things long forgotten as a result of this … Continue reading
Posted in #WednesdaysWalk, Christian Marriage, Contests
Tagged #WednesdaysWalk, Contests, Summer, Walking, Walking Wednesdays
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Sometimes There Are No Words…
Today I can’t shake the heaviness on my heart towards those who have lost a spouse or another member of their family through their valiant service to our country. And I shouldn’t try to shake it. Instead, I want to … Continue reading
96 Tears
Originally posted on Write from the heart:
Photo by Rose-Lynn Fisher Most everyone who is 50+ is familiar with the song by the same name as this blog post. In fact, you’re most likely singing it now that I’ve mentioned…
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The Hazards Of Growing Closer
Did you know that marriage comes with a warning label? Ok. We all know it doesn’t, but it should. Marriage is the closest you’ll ever be to someone in this life. Your spouse knows everything about you, your good side, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, The Gospel & Marriage
Tagged Gary Thomas, Sacred Marriage
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Romance using the 5 Love Languages
Today our monthly post on The Engaged Marriage blog is featured, and you don’t want to miss it. It’s about discovering your spouse’s love language and romancing them in the way they’ll enjoy the most. We hope you’ll click over … Continue reading
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Happy Mother’s Day From Our Town To Yours
Posted in Celebrations, Christian Marriage
Tagged Disney Mother's Day video, Mother's Day Tribute
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How My Garden Is Helping Me Find My New Normal
God often speaks to me when I work in the yard, especially my flower garden. I’ve been spending a lot more time there these days as I’m working on finding my new normal. This is why I haven’t posted so … Continue reading
Kentucky Derby Date Night Idea
Today marks the 140th “Run For The Roses” better known as the Kentucky Derby The race begins at 3p. EST. Here’s what you can do–and it’s not too late if you’re motivated! Record the race to watch tonight after the … Continue reading
Sowing Seeds Of Wisdom
I had a science teacher in middle school who was a lot older than most of my teachers. She was old-fashioned and as a result, was the brunt of many immature jokes by my classmates. One of her favorite ways … Continue reading
Using Our Internal Alarm System For The Good Of Our Marriage
I had just walked out of Lowes Home Improvement store and wasn’t paying much attention to the car sitting idle outside the door. I stepped in front of it heading towards my car when the driver put the car in gear. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict
Tagged Hot Topics In Marriage, Internal Alarm System, marriage
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Walking Wednesdays
Not sure where this post will go, but I feel like taking a walk. Want to join me? Walking is good for finding perspective. It’s good for helping settle anxious thoughts. And it’s good for relationships. As I walk I notice … Continue reading
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