Category Archives: Parenting

Valentine’s Day – Hype or Help?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Debi Walter

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, florists and chocolate companies are trying to get us to give them what’s in our … Continue reading →

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Don’t Skip This One Thing

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Debi Walter

I remember hearing as a young adult when considering my future husband to pay attention to how he treated his mother. This was said to be a great indicator of his real character. Through the years I’ve come to see … Continue reading →

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Get Your Romance On

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Debi Walter

Diapers and jobs and schedules, oh my! Yes, life is full of must-do’s, but it mustn’t negate our need and/or desire for romance. Our marriage is far too important to sideline this aspect of our relationship. First, let’s be clear … Continue reading →

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Part 4 – One Simple Key to Resolving Quarrels

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Debi Walter

What if there was a simple key to help us unlock the door of conflict resolution? Imagine how quickly those doors that slammed shut in your face could be reopened allowing the sun to shine on your marriage again. Wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Part 3 – What Pressure Reveals

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Debi Walter

This is Part 3 of our series titled, Diapers, Toddlers & Romance, Oh My, where we are talking about how to keep the home fires burning in the midst of raising a family. We have talked so far about the issue of … Continue reading →

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Part 2 – We’re Exhausted

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Tom and Debi

This is Part 2 of our series titled, Diapers, Toddlers & Romance, Oh My, where we are talking about how to keep the home fires burning in the midst of raising a family. Yesterday we began by talking about the … Continue reading →

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Part 1 – I’m Exhausted

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Tom and Debi

It’s amazing how much energy is required to raise a family, yet with each baby that’s born time doesn’t slow down. It marches on whether you’re in step or not. How can a couple continue to make the most of … Continue reading →

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A New Week – A New Series

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Tom Walter

It’s been awhile since we’ve had a series, so we thought we’d offer a new one for you beginning tomorrow. The inspiration for this series was Debi spending 2 1/2 weeks with our daughter’s family following the birth of their … Continue reading →

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Savoring Sunday

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Debi Walter

Growing up I always looked forward to Sunday dinner. Dinner was the afternoon meal for my mom–supper was always the evening meal. On Sunday’s Mom would prepare a delicious roast beef, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, glazed carrots, … Continue reading →

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A Moment I’ll Never Forget

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Debi Walter

Life offers a few endearing moments that take your breath away. It is when there are no words that adequately describe the depth of the emotion you’re feeling. Today was one of those days, and all I can do is … Continue reading →

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The Day

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Debi Walter

Journal from May 18, 2005: I woke this morning feeling the weight of time.  As the days dwindle down until “The Day” is here, I am realizing how small I am, and I am tempted to fear.  Tomorrow is uncertain; … Continue reading →

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Looking Back

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Debi Walter

I have kept a journal for 23 years. I am on my 52nd volume, which is a serious amount of talking I have spared my husband. 🙂 It has served as my way to think through the difficulties of life. … Continue reading →

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