Every single thing went wrong. My husband and I had planned a fun date weekend, a rare thing for us. Usually, my poor husband is exhausted after a long week of 4 a.m. mornings, 7 p.m. evenings and tough military workouts. I understand I’ve gotten used to and comfortable with our cozy, predictable weekends. But…
Never, for any reason, complain about your sex life to your wife. If you must complain, do it to God, a trusted (married) friend, or a good counselor. But never tell your wife that your sex life is in some way lacking or disappointing. If you think you aren’t having sex often enough now, try…
Traditional wedding music was playing as the final guests stumbled their way into the only seats left available in the center of a row. The entire room was brimming with anticipation and premature sniffles. Having been wed just a few weeks prior, Missy and I were excited to fill two positions in the wedding party…
The days leading up to a wedding are a blur of details and checklists. As a pastor I’ve officiated ceremonies from 5 to 500 attendees, and have discovered stunning similarities. The level of complication may vary in scale, but the pressure for brides and grooms is similar no matter what the size. Pressing decisions about…
Don’t some couples just make you want to get married? They sparkle in each other’s presence, and they laugh constantly. They seem content and complete. No, they’re not perfect, but there is something special about their relationship. What makes these people’s marriages different? I narrowed it down to this: They’re best friends. Everyone wants to…
