When couples exchange nuptials they probably aren’t thinking about being independent in marriage, but there is a need for independence. Without it, couples can feel stiffed and cramped, and sadly most marriages find the path to independence often through a divorce. Freedom in marriage is necessary, but when freedom is untamed, it can be destructive….
Current decorating trends often leave little room in the home for décor of significance, spiritual or otherwise. Furniture once handmade and passed down for generations is now replaced by inexpensive composite materials that suit our current style. Unfortunately, stories are lost as we remove these pieces from our lives. The one bedroom apartment or quaint…
Crashing into our neighbor’s parked car is a topic I couldn’t speak on until recently. The embarrassment and shame were pretty intense, so I avoided discussing the event and the fact it wasn’t the first wreck I’ve caused. Maybe I should add that we had just moved into the neighborhood. We baked cookies and took them to…
Knowing already what today is, I wasn’t wild about seeing the automated greeting from Facebook: “Happy Anniversary!” Below the allegedly joyous greeting was a collage of photos selected by a contrived formula executed by a computer. This is one of those moments when a Hallmark card falls short, when the greatest gift pings like Sal’s…
Advertising to the bridal community has done a wonderful job repackaging marriage. In many instances, a wedding has been whittled down to a meager exchange of friendship hearts between best friend or posh celebration at the latest venue . Thumbing through a bridal magazine, brides have clear complexions, effervescent smiles and trim silhouettes. Grooms aren’t vilified;…
