Four Ways to Maintain Intimacy in your Relationship Those of us who've passed the 7-year itch portion of our marriages can probably all agree on one fact: Marriage is not a sprint it is a marathon. Don't get me wrong, it's also rife with the kind of intimacy and familiarity that is impossible to comprehend unless you're fully immersed in the thick of it. And sure familiarity can be great for … [Read more...]
How Should I React When my Husband gets me a Present I Hate?
If you've been in the marriage hood as long as I have, the question "How Should I React When my Husband gets me a Present I Hate?" will probably make you chuckle. Like me, you're probably thinking, " If my husband actually GOT ME A PRESENT I'd be thrilled." It's true my husband and I don't often exchange gifts at this point- we are more apt to write each love letters and personally, for me, that … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why Everyone Needs a Spouse Who is a GOOD LISTENER
3 Reasons Why Everyone Needs a Spouse Who is a GOOD LISTENER I know I've written about marital communication EXCESSIVELY but there are certain luxuries to being married--like having a built-in sounding board. The truth is- I talk to my dogs and ask their opinions on major life issues, but for the most part the only response I'll get is a tail wag and a face licking. So from time to time I … [Read more...]
How to Make the Most of a Romantic Vacation with Your Spouse
How to Make the Most of a Romantic Vacation with Your Spouse is a sponsored post If you're married, it's extremely important to spend quality time with your spouse. Now, this doesn't mean simply eating dinner with them during the week. It isn't even referring to your weekly hot tub adventures. Get out of your normal "quality time" routine, and head out of town for something a bit more … [Read more...]
3 things I know for sure about love and commitment
When it comes to the 3 things I know for sure about love and commitment what I know for sure is that real love is nothing like the love stories we're spoon fed as little girls prancing around in plastic pink high heels and crinoline princess dresses. Real love is not about vases of flowers, real love is not about a man bending down on his knee and handing you a diamond. (Not that there's … [Read more...]