Is it normal to be in a relationship for 15 years and not plan, cook, and clean up after a meal together even once? In our marriage, I cook and he cleans. That’s how we roll. And, honestly, it works for us. I have to admit, though, I get a little twinge in my gut…
Love Coupon Book for Husband or Wife – FREE Printable
Making a Love Coupon Book for your husband or wife is a thoughtful, free gift you can make in a pinch. When we got married, we quickly got ourselves in a mess of debt, so making a couples coupon book for David was a natural choice. Nothing like being strapped with a mortgage, car payments,…
Strong Marriage Day 16 – Date Night IN
This is the third and final action in the Strong Marriage Experiment that is concentrated on Dating. Yes, that means one seventh of the challenge is focused on getting alone and spending quality time together. For most of us dating gets put on the back burner while we raise our kids, keep up with daily…
Strong Marriage Day 15 – Endorphin Rush
Endorphins are the natural feel good chemicals released in our brains that cause us to be calm, happy and relaxed. These neurotransmitters interact with receptors in the brain and act similarly to drugs such as codeine and morphine — without the negative side effects of addiction! Endorphins are responsible for the feeling of well being we experience when we exercise,…
Strong Marriage Day 14 – I’ve Got Your Back [Rub]
Many people wrongly attribute the need for Physical Touch as something only men need to connect on a deep level. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Physical touch and sex are not the same thing. Hand holding, cuddling, an arm around the waist and receiving a back rub are just a few of the…