Following one’s husband can be a hot topic for many women—whether Christian or not. Most women want a strong and capable man who they can do life with. But what if you are married and the idea of “being subject” to your husband just turns your stomach? I get it. We as women are smart. […]
I had never been with anyone in the last few days before their passing on to their eternal home… It was early Thursday morning when the call came in. My father-in-law was very close to the end. I had never experienced a call like that. I didn’t know how to feel. Does anyone? My husband […]
Feeling alone is one of the worst places to be. Feeling alone in your marriage can be excruciating. One can think, “I am married. I am supposed to feel loved and cared for, and yet, I feel alone and hopeless.” What is a woman to do? You love your husband and would never want to […]
I found this blog on Dr. Jim Burns’ site and thought to myself, “This is so good. I can use this advice TODAY.” If you have a middle schooler this is so insightful and helpful. And even if you don’t, I think it’s good insight for all of us. 10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know […]
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” -Mark 12:30 Loving others like Jesus is our lifelong “following Jesus” quest. Life presents us with challenging circumstances and what to do in such circumstances can be difficult to decipher. However, […]
Sometimes I just don’t understand my husband. I straight up just don’t. I don’t always agree with him. I mean, doesn’t a “good” wife always agree with her husband? I have opinions and they don’t always lineup with his. Do I keep my “thoughts” to myself? It’s hard sometimes. I like being heard. I like […]
My husband and I were on our way from Texas to Arizona, we’d been driving since ten in the morning, and we were both exhausted. It was way past dinner time and both of us were hungry. We knew we’d be on the road until late into the night so “fueling up” was essential. Unfortunately, […]
I was visiting my daughter and grandkids. My daughter made me a cup of coffee and I sat at her kitchen table with the grandkids to enjoy my afternoon brew. Ahhhh nothing like coffee and enjoying my grandkids. Then…out of nowhere…I don’t even know how it happened… I spilled my entire cup of joe. All […]
I hear from people who are struggling in their relationships. Some are ready to throw in the towel in their marriages. Her husband may have cheated. His wife may have lost interest in connecting. So many sad stories. So many lives and families torn apart. But then, there’s that ordinary couple who are still in […]
If you searched the whole planet, I doubt you’d find anyone wiser or kinder or more enjoyable than Dr. Jim Burns. Every word out of his mouth pours wisdom. I couldn’t be more thrilled about his new book “Have Serious Fun.” He’s been a thought leader and family advocate for decades and I am so […]
