The stress of work, church responsibilities and post-wedding busyness and change had finally caught up with me. I went home from work every night, sat on the couch and watched TV until it was time to go to bed. Then, I would curl up into a ball under the covers and sob uncontrollably. And then…
I’m often asked what’s been the hardest time in my marriage. Without hesitation, I name the first year of our marriage. We struggled with making it through every day without hurting each other. We eventually got into our groove around month 8 or 9, which at the time felt like year 80 or 90. Now,…
Marriage is made of promises, from the inaugural seconds of the union between a man and woman. I, Sinner 1, promise to be true to you, Sinner 2, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life.” I took some…
Few things in life can be as confusing as romance. Its rise and decline and its fulfillment or failure can confound minds, upset bodies and disorder normal daily existence. Usually when we soar into romance we’re flying blind. Aside from high hopes, we have little clear idea of where we’re going and what we’re likely…
With a catch in her voice, I knew what was going to pour out of her. Partly because I knew her husband and always felt he was pretty mean to her. All I have ever wanted is for someone to love me. Is there anything wrong with that? To love me. Not be nasty to…
