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marriage Women have incredible influence. You have the ability to make the lives of those around you better or worse just by your very presence. While you may not be able to change a man, you certainly have the God-given ability to influence your husband and your marriage union. Healthy marriages need daily, loving communication to be strong and successful. We do not pretend to have all of the answers, but we do promise if you practice some of these exercises, you will strengthen your marriage.

Getting There is Half the Fun
If you had all the money in the world that you could spend, what would you do with it? What would you buy for yourself or for others? A new home or car? Where would you travel and what would :Continue reading

5 Things Men Find Exciting About Women
What is it that men find so exciting in women? What are they attracted to? After 15 years of working with couples in premarital classes, marriage enrichment groups, and counseling, I'm convinced that men love women. Men find women fascinating, : Continue reading

The Marriage Journey
It was a trip to remember. We flew to Salt Lake City, Utah, with friends, rented a car, and headed for the ski slopes in Deer Valley. Carefully we followed the ONE WAY and EXIT ONLY signs out of the : Continue reading

Making A U-Turn for Family
Where does your family fit on your priority list? Have you ever heard your spouse or family say, "I want to be your first priority," or "I just want you to spend time with me"? These are road signs that : Continue reading

Buckle up for the Ride
We had been married for sixteen years. My husband, Bill and I had three wonderful children, a beautiful home and a great church in Charleston, SC. Bill was a very successful businessman and I was blessed to stay home and : Continue reading

Lighting the Fires of Romance in Marriage
Even in the South we experience some cold winter days when we love to put on our favorite flannel PJs and cuddle before a warm fire with a hot chocolate or cafe mocha. Just because the days are chilly, we : Continue reading

3 Steps to Having a Better Husband
Women have an incredible influence. You have the ability to make the lives of those around you better or worse just by your very presence. I've been thinking that some women have no clue how much actual influence they hold : Continue reading

Put More Fun in Your Marriage
"Couples who know how to play and have fun together develop a bonding that can carry them through the most difficult of times," writes Dr. Steve Stephens in his book, Blueprints for a Solid Marriage. Do you live a hectic : Continue reading