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Category Archives: Conflict
Life Saver or Life Taker
I got a text from my daughter in Atlanta today with a chilling report; Bradley, our two year old grandson nearly choked on a life saver during worship at their church. Tracy looked at him and noticed his lips were … Continue reading
He Said, She Heard
It started out like a typical conversation: He: What do you say we go get some ice cream. She: That sounds good, BUT I really don’t need it. He: Yeah, and I don’t really want it. An hour passes, and … Continue reading
Hit Or Miss
When schedules are demanding and time to connect is lacking, it is easy to find our communication either hitting or missing the mark. Have you ever said one thing only to have your spouse interpret what you said, how you … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Christian, communication, God, marriage, relationship
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3500 Years Up In Smoke
This morning I awoke before dawn with a plan, and so did someone else apparently. I read my Bible reading for today from the book of James… So also the tongue is a small member, yet it boasts of great … Continue reading
Off The Air
Image Credit: gramilano.com As I am writing this post our blog is “Off the Air.” It is a strange feeling and one I’ve never experienced since becoming a blogger. We’ve had a minor issue with some people not being able … Continue reading
Staying Current
Imagine an afternoon together on a canoe. The weather is perfect. The water is crystal clear and there isn’t anything else on your agenda for the day except spending time together. What could possibly go wrong? Several things come to … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Canoe, Canoes and Kayaks, Kayak, marriage, Paddle, River, Sports, Water Sports
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Operation Proper Exit
On Sunday night we watched 60 Minutes. We don’t normally watch this CBS program, but with the death of Andy Rooney we decided to watch the tribute they paid to him after so many years of giving “the last word.” … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Difficulty, Forgiveness, Testimonies
Tagged 60 Minutes, Andy Rooney, CBS, Commanding officer, Cornford, Four, Iraq, Lieutenant, Operation Proper Exit, Scott Pelley
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What’s Eating You Anyway?
About nine years ago we did an addition on our house after much deliberation as to whether we should do it or move. Since we live in a neighborhood with about a dozen close friends from our church, we decided … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Difficulty, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Conflict in Marriage, God, Lord, marriage, Soil, Termite, Termites, Wood, Wood Rot
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Sharing Musts For A Healthy Marriage 5
It’s hard to believe we’re at the end of our month with only two more sharing musts to post. If you’ve missed this series, here is a recap: Vacations and Dreams A Bed and Burdens Passwords and Our Bodies Meals … Continue reading
Turning Down The Heat
This is Lisa Graf’s (Mom Blog) and my 3rd collaborative post on Wedded Bliss Wednesdays. Lisa’s part is in purple and my part is in red. We pray you will find encouragement to help you turn down the heat when … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Growing Strong Marriages, Guest Post, Wives
Tagged Conflict resolution, Family, God, marriage, Parent, relationship
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