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Category Archives: Valentine’s Day
Vintage Post—Valentine’s Hype or Help?
Today’s post was originally shared in 2013, but the message is just as important today. I can’t count the number of couples I talk to who choose not to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They say it’s just another day where Hallmark, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Holidays, Romance in Marriage, Valentine's Day
Tagged Valentine's Day Ideas
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Valentine’s Day Tips
This is the one day set aside for you to make the most of your love. But where do you start? Think of the things your spouse loves. How can you highlight these things in an unexpected way? Examples: If … Continue reading
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Foodie Fridays – Steak Dinner So Rich You Can Skip Dessert
I know that’s a very long title, but it is seriously true! We found this recipe in a Williams and Sonoma French cookbook that was a gift. The photo drew us in and the recipe has been a favorite now … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Dinner Dates, Foodie Fridays, Valentine's Day
Tagged Filet Mignon, French Cookbook, my husband cooks, port wine, romantic dinner, Roquefort cheese, Williams Sonoma
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Valentine’s Day Blessing
Driving home today was stressful as Interstate driving usually is. We saw truck drivers weaving in and out of lanes as if they were Nascar drivers. It was alarming and revealing. I’ve never paid attention to truck drivers—the ones who … Continue reading
Posted in Cherishing, Christian Marriage, Encouraging Your Spouse, Growing Strong Marriages, Romance in Marriage, Valentine's Day
Tagged Gratitude, interstate driving g, truck drivers, Valentine's Day Ideas
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A Different But Memorable Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day was different than any other year for us. Normally I post ideas for how to make your time together romantic and memorable, all while planning a special at-home date for us. But I didn’t this year. I didn’t … Continue reading
364
What is so special about this number? It’s how many days that fall between this Valentine’s Day and next Valentine’s Day. We have 364 more opportunities to let our spouse know how much they mean to us. In case you’re … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Intimacy, Romance in Marriage, Valentine's Day
Tagged 364, Let’s Do This, Romance in Marriage, Valentine's Day
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Vintage Post: A Dozen Valentines Ideas 4U
Valentine’s Day. Many people roll their eyes just thinking of it. You may think it is hokey. You may think it is a gimmick instigated by the card and chocolate industries to get you to part with your money. But … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Valentine's Day, Vintage Posts
Tagged 12 Valentines Date Ideas, Making Valentines Day Special, Romance in Marriage
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Creativity Wins This Valentine’s Day
As most of you know, Tom (Papa) and I (Nana) are in Arkansas helping our daughter and son-in-love with their first baby who was born at 24 weeks and 5 days in October. They came home after being 2 hours … Continue reading
Posted in Cherishing, Christian Marriage, Difficulty, Holidays, humor, Valentine's Day
Tagged Creativity, Romance, Valentine's Day Ideas
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The Valentine’s Day Attitude Of A Healthy Marriage
Today is Valentine’s Day. Rather than talk about the romance of it all, Gary Thomas shares how to adjust our attitude so we’re not disappointed when our spouse doesn’t do or say something we were hoping they would. He calls … Continue reading
To Do Or Not Do, That’s The Question
This Saturday is February 1st. It’s hard to believe we are already one month in to the New Year. And we are fast approaching one of my favorite holidays–Valentine’s Day. I love this day because our tradition is for me … Continue reading
Happy Valentine’s Day
Posted in Holidays, Love Songs, Music, Valentine's Day
Tagged Jim Brickman, My Valentine, Olivia Newton-John, Valentine Music
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6 Last Minute Valentines Ideas To The Rescue
There are couples who go all out for Valentines Day because they enjoy it. Whether you spend a ridiculous amount of money to dine out with the crowds (hardly romantic in my humble opinion), or maybe you buy stereotypical gifts … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Free Dates, Holidays, Valentine's Day
Tagged Free Romantic Valentines Ideas
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A Dozen Valentine Ideas 4 U
Valentine’s Day. Many people roll their eyes just thinking of it. You may think it hokey. You may think it a gimmick instigated by the card and chocolate industries to get you to part with your money. But what if … Continue reading
Seven Romantic Quotes From (Can You Guess?)
When Tom and I first started dating he lived two and half hours away from me. Long-distance phone calls were very expensive inside the state, so we wrote each other often. We spent one anniversary reading through them, and it … Continue reading
Posted in Encouraging Your Spouse, Holidays, honor, Valentine's Day
Tagged Famous Love Letters, love letters, Romantic Ideas, Valentine's Day
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Try This With Your Married Friends For Valentine’s Day
The year was about 1990. Valentine’s Day was near, so we decided to celebrate with the couples in our Small Group. We had an older couple who was a part of our group from the beginning. They practiced hospitality to … Continue reading
Great Valentine’s Idea for Less than $12
You know I love Valentine’s Day. You know I love to surprise my husband. You know I love creative date ideas. I happened upon this blog at the recommendation of a friend, and I can’t tell you how much I love … Continue reading
A Different Kind Of Valentine
This is the week of the year where I am usually planning a romantic dinner for Tom on Valentine’s Day. It started years ago when our kids were still home and going out for the night was too expensive not … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays, Valentine's Day
Tagged Valentine's Day
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Happy Valentine’s Day
Sometimes there are parts of movies that stay with you forever. The following clip is one such movie…May you have a wonderful life night. 😉 And when you finish watching this clip…enjoy this new song by JJ Heller and her … Continue reading
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Everyday Romance – Life Giving Words
Today’s idea was founded centuries ago when men of old were writing letters of encouragement to other brothers and sisters in Christ. What they didn’t know was how the Holy Spirit was infusing every Word with the life-giving power of … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Encouraging Your Spouse, Growing Strong Marriages, Holidays, Love is, Romance in Marriage, romancing your spouse, Romantic Ideas, Spiritual Intimacy, The Gospel & Marriage, Valentine's Day
Tagged 1 Corinthians 13, Encourage Your Spouse, Holy Bible, marriage, Valentine's Day Ideas
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