Category Archives: Christian Marriage

Project 52: Interrupted

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Debi Walter

Life has been different lately.  Our normal routine has been interrupted by unavoidable things;  Some remodeling, a prolonged sickness and a wonderful celebration allowing us to babysit our grandchildren, to mention just a few.  Needless to say, we probably won’t … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: “Friendly” Advice

Posted on June 4, 2010 by Tom and Debi

Actually we have three things to offer you today: The first is in celebration of National Donut Day, which is TODAY. Check out these Freebies: Dunkin Donuts is offering a free donut with a beverage purchase. Krispy Kreme is offering … Continue reading →

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Play On…

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Tom and Debi

You may have read this already as its been passed around the internet…but it bears repeating.  It is a great story that helps us perceive beauty around us… THE SITUATION In Washington , DC , at a Metro Station, on … Continue reading →

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Makes You Think

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Tom and Debi

I love quotes by people who are smarter than me – that’s most of the population…but let’s not focus on my lack.  🙂  There are people who say deep and profound things that reveal a level of understanding with which … Continue reading →

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Bonus: More on Envy

Posted on April 24, 2010 by Debi Walter

We don’t normally post on Saturday, but after discovering that our friends at the Girltalk blog were doing a series to match ours on Envy, we had to share it with you.  Although it is written by women for women … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Advice – Little Notes Mean So Much

Posted on April 23, 2010 by Debi Walter

Today we want to introduce you to  Leonard and Barbara Lippy – husband and wife for over 30 years – our friends for over a decade. Kelly – another close friend, shared this with me: Several years after they were … Continue reading →

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Grace Given Brings Peace

Posted on April 21, 2010 by Debi Walter

It is late. It has been one of those nights where I am filled with emotions I don’t understand, much less expect my husband to understand.   Yet I try.  I strive to communicate honestly, even though as I speak what’s … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendar

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Debi Walter

It is raining as I write this post.  I love it when it rains – the air smells cleaner and it’s usually cooler (something always appreciated in Florida).  It often rains in the Spring in order to water the seeds that … Continue reading →

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Romance is Lovely

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Debi Walter

Today’s post is devoted to our women readers. I recently discovered a world of amazing blogs by women who create lovely things.  Rachel, of Lovely Clusters came up with a great idea – gather together everyone who enjoys blogging about … Continue reading →

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Cultivating Patience

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Tom Walter

One who plants a vineyard quickly discovers there is much work and devotion involved in caring for the vines. In our society we have become so far removed from the farmer’s perspective; we want fresh produce so we go to … Continue reading →

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True Love Died

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Debi Walter

Our marriages – our true love for one another – is only possible because God ordained that True Love would die over 2,000 years ago on a lonely hill!  Enjoy this production by Northland Church – Easter 2009. True Love … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: E.G.G.s

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Debi Walter

Okay – first we must tell you – yesterday’s post on McRomance Cafe’ coming to McDonalds was completely an April Fools joke! Of our many hits yesterday only a few of you clicked on the link to get your free … Continue reading →

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Just Ask

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Debi Walter

We were asked at a seminar one time what we thought we were most passionate about.  Of course, we had our immediate, cut and dry answers, but the challenge that followed is what intrigued us.  The assignment was to go … Continue reading →

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Why We Blog

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Debi Walter

This past weekend we attended Memorial Services for two young men, age 22 and 21 – they were separate services, completely unrelated.  One was held Saturday morning, the other Sunday afternoon.  We also shared dinner with two separate couples whom … Continue reading →

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A Good Reminder

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Debi Walter

This past weekend I caught up with a friend I hadn’t talked to in a long time.  She shared with me the joy her new marriage of two years had brought to her life  and how she wished she had … Continue reading →

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A Silent Maturity

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Tom Walter

A couple of weeks ago we began a discussion about “Words” and the effect they have on our marriage – either for good or bad.  We referenced the verse from  Proverbs 15 that says,  “A soft answer turns away wrath, … Continue reading →

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Husbands…Love!

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Tom Walter

Concerning the husband’s responsibility to love his wife, J. R. Miller offers these thoughts: “Each member of the household has a part in the family life and fullest happiness and blessedness of the home can be attained only when each … Continue reading →

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Freebie Friday: Encouragement

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Tom Walter

“But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.”    Hebrews 3:13 ESV How often we need encouragement to see that we’re making progress in … Continue reading →

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Where We’ve Been

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Debi Walter

Yesterday, Tom shared his practice of offering a soft answer whenever I’m angry or having an emotional meltdown.  I wanted to share with you my side – being the recipient of Tom applying this scripture to our relationship. First of … Continue reading →

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Where Are We Going?

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Tom Walter

This is a good question we should ask ourselves often:  Where do we want to be 10, 15 or 20 years from now in our marriages?  Once you have a clear vision in view, the next question is: What choices … Continue reading →

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