Category: Marriage

…the high divorce rate in the US (matter of fact, all Western countries)…Now, this epidemic, has even a grip on the Christian community.
For me, marriage is a life-long commitment (I know there are some cases where I would agree that a divorce is necessary) between one man and one woman. You can call me old-fashioned, narrow-minded, intolerant; but that is how I feel and I am sticking to it.
Some people say: “Oh, I don’t love him/her anymore” or “Oh, I just can’t get along with him/her any longer”…What’s wrong with you? You just don’t ‘fall’ out of love. We are not perfect and have our faults…
Yes, marriage takes a lot of work from both sides. I think that we have to take a good look at ourselves first, before we start ‘nagging’ at our spouse’s habits. I had to take a hard look at myself this year – see my post on ‘My Lighter Side’.
But if we look to the Lord for strength, we can make our marriages work – ‘until death do us part’…

“I can do everything through him who gives me strength” Phil 4:13

My Sweetheart & I took a trip to Southern Arizona, which included Tombstone, Bisbee & last but not least, Colossal Cave. What a great Birthday that was. I’ll try to put together a little picture collage and maybe I will be able to post that.
But before we took off, my wonderful husband gave me an awesome bouquet of mixed roses. What a great surprise that was. They are gorgeous and have their place in our bedroom, so I can see them when I wake up in the morning. Thanks Sweetheart for a wonderful birthday celebration. Beets working by a long shot.

You know what is sad…that couples argue in public. I think there is nothing worse than have a (married) couple fight in front of strangers/friends. I am not saying in the 22 years of marriage, my sweetheart & I had no disagreements; but I have to say, we don’t fight in stores or on the street. We don’t even argue in the car, but then again, I am blessed with a great man who is very even tempered – even when I get us lost and can’t read the map (lol).
But really, do couples really have to hang out their dirty laundry in public. I know that this world is full of sin, but if you can’t even show love to your spouses, what can we expect anyway. So, next time you have a disagreement, wait until you get home and vent there.