Category: The virtuous marriage
The Virtuous Marriage series: lessons on virtues like order, moderation, and resolution, applied to married life.
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A thought on intimacy …
Being intimate with your spouse doesn’t mean you get the response you want.
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Don't analyze your wife
Originally posted on November 14, 2011. Alright fellas … if you’re anything like me, you’ve fallen victim to analyzing your wife’s emotions or problems in hopes of “fixing” them. This…
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When the Inside Doesn't Match the Outside
Post written by fashion and motherhood columnist Sherri Dickens of Edit by Lauren. I typically write about appearance and how to look “put-together” on the outside. Not because I’m superficial,…
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Are You Making These Marriage Mistakes?
Over 20 years of my life, I have been married. Overall, these years have been good, if not great at times. There are other times however, when marriage has been…
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12 Ways to Ruin a Date With Your Spouse
Post written by dates and romance columnist Sean Marshall of Family Rocketship. As a married couple, it’s important to date. But you already know that. What you may not know…
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Being bored isn't boring
If you have kids in the house, summertime can carry with it the words, “I’m bored.” Turn this statement towards yourself. When was the last time you were bored? Not…
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Simple Marriage in Action: John
Editor’s note: This is a post in the series, Simple Marriage in Action. John We’ve been married for 36 years, and still feel like we are growing. Here are the…
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Don't bother trying to rekindle your marriage
There is a popular belief in the marriage and relationship world that when the doldrums hit and you find yourself more numb than really alive, you should look for ways…
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Happy Anniversary
While Simple Marriage is not a “personal diary” blog — today is a big day. It was 20 years ago today that we began our journey together as husband and…
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Simplify Your Beauty Routine
Post written by fashion and motherhood columnist Sherri Dickens of Edit by Lauren. I know what you’re thinking. “Sherri, this is a marriage blog. Why do I need to worry…
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The Practical Joke Date
Post written by dates and romance columnist Sean Marshall of Family Rocketship. A few years ago, when returning home from a business trip, I was really looking forward to seeing…