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Category Archives: Celebration Dates
That’s A Good Question
As I’m writing this post, the leaves are falling at my feet with cool temperatures and sunny skies. It is a perfect picture of a crisp, fall day in the mountains. But the scenery doesn’t matter when it comes to … Continue reading
Posted in Anniversaries, Christian Marriage, communication, Date Night Ideas
Tagged communication, Date Night Ideas, Fall leaves, good question, marriage
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How Do You Like Your Eggs?
My Father-in-law is living with us and I recently asked if he liked eggs. He told a story of how he used to make fried eggs for his wife who passed away last year. It brought a smile to his … Continue reading
Posted in Birthdays, Cherishing, Christian Marriage, romancing your spouse
Tagged Acts of Service, Flowers, Fruitfulness in Marriage
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Unexpected Expectations
Have you ever been caught off guard by unrealistic or unfair expectation of your spouse? Have you ever been surprised that you even had expectations? I have, sadly, and I regret what I put Tom through. Thankfully I have a … Continue reading
Posted in Birthdays, Celebration Dates, Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Keeping It Real
Tagged Birthdays, disappointments, Keeping It Real, marriage
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Doing This One Thing Helps Anniversaries Become A Lasting Memory
40 years! Today marks our 40th wedding anniversary. I started a tradition I didn’t know was a tradition until I had been doing it regularly each anniversary. It’s one of those things that has become precious to us as the … Continue reading
Local Date Night Gems – The Glass Knife
Tom and I recently visited The Glass Knife, located on 276 S ORLANDO AVE WINTER PARK, FL 32789. It’s one of those places you didn’t know you missed until you found it. Orlando has needed a high-end dessert establishment that … Continue reading
A Landmark Year–Life In The 60’s
Tom turned 60 last month. 60! Nothing has really changed to make him seem older, but just saying 60 sounds like he’s reached a new season. And he has. When I think about the past 5 years so much has … Continue reading
Celebrating 35 Years Today
Our wedding day–February 24, 1979 Here we are today–February 24, 2014 ♥ 35 Years of Marriage 13036 Days Together 5 Addresses 20 Countries Visited 3 Children 7 adorable grandchildren ♥ We love in the light of God’s love for as … Continue reading
Posted in A Fragrant Aroma, Anniversaries, Celebration Dates, Celebrations
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Anniversary Round-Up
We’ve been collecting the anniversary dates of our FB fans the past couple of days, and last count we were at 156. We have nearly 3k fans, so we’re hoping to get a lot more of our readers to respond. … Continue reading
Posted in Anniversaries, Celebration Dates, Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Date Night Ideas, Growing Strong Marriages, Romance in Marriage, Unique Dates
Tagged African Methodist Episcopal Church, Baskin-Robbin, Oklahoma, Olive Garden, Opal, Othello, Outback Steakhouse, Shopping, Wedding Anniversary Ideas
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Surprise! You’ve Been Spouse-napped!
This past weekend I had the privilege of helping my daughter plan an awesome birthday surprise for her husband of 7.5 years. Words can’t describe how fun it was to help her come up with an idea that would bless … Continue reading
Posted in Atlanta Date Ideas, Birthdays, Celebration Dates, Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Romance in Marriage, romancing your husband, Romantic Ideas
Tagged Birthday Surprises for Husband, Boss (video gaming), Friday, Husband, marriage, Nap, Sleep, United States, Workweek and weekend
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Romantic Orlando: Discovery Cove
Discovery Cove is Sea World’s all-inclusive park that is limited to only 1,000 guests per day. I took Tom there for his birthday Monday, and we had the best time! A friend told us it felt like you were at … Continue reading
9 Celebration Date Ideas
Does your spouse have a birthday coming up soon? Mine does; Tom’s birthday is on Saturday, and I’m excited to celebrate yet another year of his life. A kindness from God we can easily take for granted. I would love … Continue reading
Romantic Orlando – The Chef’s Table
We said yes without even thinking. How could we refuse? It was the opportunity to experience dining on a whole new level. We were in New Orleans on business. Some dear friends from California were there as well and celebrating … Continue reading
Solving the Puzzle
Yesterday was Tom’s birthday. I love birthdays and enjoy planning something special throughout the day. It started with making Tom’s coffee and having it ready for him as he got out of the shower. Then, I had a bag of … Continue reading
Posted in Birthdays, Celebration Dates, Celebrations, Date Night Ideas, Dinner Dates
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Birthdays – A Great Opportunity to Bless Your Spouse
Today is Tom’s birthday. We have celebrated 31 together, and I never tire of thinking of ways to make this day special for him. I haven’t been one to simply bake a cake with candles, sing a song and hand … Continue reading
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Tagged Birthday Ideas, Birthday Surprises for Husband, Birthday Surprises for Wife, Making Birthdays Special, Romantic Birthdays
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Making Anniversaries Special
Thirty years ago today Tom and I were married, but it seems as if we’ve only begun. One of the things I love most about my husband is the way he elevates the priority of our marriage. Our anniversary has … Continue reading
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