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Category Archives: Finding Joy
Living History – What Will Be Remembered?
I know we are all in the midst of biggest crisis we’ve ever faced in my lifetime–and I’m 60. It is unprecedented, which adds to the temptation to be anxious. In times like this it is good to pause and … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Finding Joy, Keeping It Real
Tagged COVID-19, Living History, Look Up, Priorities
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The Resurrection And Marriage
Jesus Christ has risen! He has conquered death and the grave. This is the best of news to any who are looking to be set free from their patterns of sin and shame. Jesus is the answer. Why? Because He … Continue reading
Posted in April 2019, Biblical Encouragement, Celebrations, Easter, Finding Joy, Forgiveness, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays, Spiritual Intimacy, The Gospel & Marriage, Ultimate Blog Challenge
Tagged Easter Truth for Marriage, Good News, Gospel and marriage, Resurrecting by Elevation Worship, Resurrecting Marriages
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It’s That Time Again – Are You In?
Are you up for a challenge? It will require you to put on fresh eyes to see something familiar in a new way. Still interested? If you are at home do the following: 1. Get up and walk into your … Continue reading
It’s December – Enjoy
Posted in Christian Marriage, Christmas, Finding Joy, Holidays, humor
Tagged Children tell the Christmas story, humor, The Christmas Story
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A Closer Look at What Bores You
Living life with the same person becomes familiar as it should over time. But when the familiar becomes boring this can be the sign there is something else at play. Jon Bloom wrote an excellent article on the Desiring God … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, communication, Conflict, Difficulty, Finding Joy, Growing Strong Marriages, Troubled Marriage
Tagged Boredom, Desiring God Ministries, G.K. Chesterton, I don’t care, Jon Bloom, Marriage problems
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Happy Hour
I’m very excited to share with you a couple of new blogs I’ve discovered this past week. The first is a woman and author named Ellen Gee, who has faced tremendous battles in her life. Through her blog and her … Continue reading
Are You Discouraged About Your Marriage Today?
Today my heart is heavy for those whose marriages are in a really difficult place. You may have just discovered your spouse has been unfaithful to you. You may be walking with them through a chronic or terminal illness. You … Continue reading
I Couldn’t Be Happier
As you know, my family surprised me last week by taking me to Savannah for Mother’s Day. I was struggling with sadness the entire week before because everywhere I went I saw signs for Mother’s Day reminding me my Mother … Continue reading
Posted in A Fragrant Aroma, Aging, Celebrations, Christian Marriage, Finding Joy, Growing Strong Marriages, Music, Seasons of Life, Testimonies, Thankfulness
Tagged Family, God, Holiday, Home, Missing Mom, Mother, Mother's Day
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Live Like There’s No Tomorrow
It’s Monday. Traditionally a day when those who go back to work or back to school let out a sigh, a moan or a prayer–depending on how much joy you derive from your lot in life. What if today–on this … Continue reading
Posted in A Fragrant Aroma, Christian Marriage, Finding Joy, Growing Strong Marriages
Tagged Christianity, Creator deity, God, Health, Jesus, Joy in Living, Lord, Monday, Monday Blues, Religion and Spirituality
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I Surrender….All?
Today we head home. I am torn–ready to be back to our special place in this world, but not wanting to say goodbye yet again to my daughter, son-in-love and precious (now 3) grandchildren. 🙂 But I have another daughter, … Continue reading
Live Like You Were Dying
We recently watched the movie, The Bucket List, thinking we would end up turning it off. But we didn’t. The message speaks loud and clear that every moment we live matters. We were quite affected with how much one person … Continue reading
Mark Your Christmas
Each year Christmas arrives right on time – it doesn’t matter if you’re ready; it doesn’t matter if you’re finished with all your shopping. It comes on December 25th, and it’s about the only day most stores are closed. I … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Finding Joy, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays
Tagged Christmas
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35,000′ View
I am on a plane heading home and experiencing delays in my flight schedule. To pass the time I picked up a magazine not knowing what I was about to read. It’s been an emotional day filled with conflicting feelings … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Finding Joy
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Adversity or Adventure?
We know a couple who was offered a 3 year job opportunity in Europe. At first, the wife was adamant she had no desire to leave family and friends, much less her country! Her firm answer was, “No!” That was … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Finding Joy
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Today Was His Day!
It is Sunday afternoon – the time when I usually sit down to write our Monday post. This post takes the most time – searching the internet to see what’s happening around town for great date ideas in order to … Continue reading
Posted in 100 Joys, Finding Joy, Slices
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Finding Joy
Yesterday our blogging friend, Sarah Markley, with The Best Days of My Life blog suggested a December challenge. It’s to look for 100 Joys in the next 31 days. You have to read her blog to get the full effect … Continue reading
Posted in Blog Love, Christian Marriage, Finding Joy
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The Romantic Vineyard 