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eZine #17: The Sex Talk
The Sex Talk This phrase and concept can drive fear into the heart of almost any parent. What if I were to tell you that you have to have this discussion...
eZine #16: In-laws and Outlaws
In-Laws, a Blessing or Curse? How was your Christmas? Did you find yourself spending time with your in-laws? For most, interactions with in-laws are inevitable around that time of year. There...
eZine #15: The Wonder of Jesus
The Magic of Jesus Christmas is over, the presents are all unwrapped and the decorations have started to look old and tired. As amazing as the season can be, there are...
eZine #14: Family Traditions
Family Traditions- Where to start and what they do for your family? I remember my first Christmas being married- it was full of expectations and visiting each other’s families. Sorting out which family would get...
eZine #13: Spiritual Unity
Spiritual Unity in Marriage- What does it look like? Do you feel like you have a spiritual connection with yourspouse? Do you want to feel that way? Or, are you like me...
eZine #12: Forgiveness
Forgiveness - Poison or Blessing? Forgiveness can be a difficult thing. I don’t think that any of us have any trouble finding situations from our past that have required forgiveness. As hard as it...
eZine #11: Sex Strike
Sex Strike! Picket Lines in the bedroom?! SEX is an incredible and awesome gift that God designed to be one of the most intimate and powerful forms of connection between a husband...
eZine #10: The Art of Two Becoming One
Merging Grace: The Art of Two People Becoming One Muddy lessons and teamwork Have you ever watched “Amazing Race"? I don’t watch it often but there have been a few times...
eZine #9: Parenting Through the Preschool Years
Parenting the Younger Years Ages 2 through 5 can be a blast- and a challenge. Taking the time to reflect on the whats and hows Anyone who has children knows that raising...
eZine #8: Juggling Kids, Career and Marriage
2 jobs, 4 kids and keeping it all balanced. I remember the old days, when it was rare for both parents to work outside the house. When I could go over to...
eZine #7: Fighting Well
Do You Want to Win Your Next Fight?! Is there anything more sweet than hearing the words “you are right?” I don’t know about you but I relish those moments. Especially...
eZine #6: Affair Proofing Your Marriage
Valentine's Day is OVER! Congratulations, you made it through Valentines day! Now that we are on the other side we can look at different ways to maintain our connection with our spouse WITHOUT the...
eZine #5: Valentines Day
Valentine's Day is coming! Scarey isn't it? No you didn't miss it- I'm giving you LOTS of warning. I’ve never really liked Valentine's Day. In fact I’ve historically hated it. I...
eZine #4: Christmas Traditions and their Occasional Dark Side
Merry Christmas! At this time of year I think about tradition a lot? When you think about it isn't that what makes Christmas great? Last year was our oldest daughter’s first...
eZine #3: Romance
Our question of the month is: Are you Romantically Challenged? Do you even know what Romance is? Start by taking our ROMANTIC APTITUDE TEST! I must admit, Romance isn't something I would...