Preparing for marriage begins long before the proposal. I glimpsed this recently when I had the opportunity to offer words to a thirteen-year-old during a rite of passage ceremony. While the boy currently cares more for World of Warcraft, burps and farts, and squirrel impersonations, his father wisely knew that this would be a moment…
Emotional hurts from past relationships can affect needs more than we realize. “Because I had an unfaithful husband, I have a great need to know that Rick will be faithful,” Linda admits. “So when I get insecure, we talk about my fears, and he’ll reassure me.” “Linda always wants to talk things through,” Rick says….
Everyone has a past. EVERYONE! And we all bring that baggage into our marriage relationships, whether we want to or not. I have become absolutely convinced that brutal, gut-level honesty within marriage relationships is vital. I use the words “have become” because I have not always been a strong supporter of telling the truth to…
The parenting factor is always interesting, and usually challenging, in blending a family and in remarriage life. And if one of you doesn’t have children, this may be extra challenging, especially if you’re a woman. As a new bride, you’ll be instantly sharing your husband with his children, and you may experience feelings of resentment,…
“The best love is the kind that awakens the soul; that makes us reach for more, that plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. That’s what I hope to give you forever.” – The Notebook Photo by Jamie Delaine Photography
