Oh boy, you ready to read a little about finances?  Probably not but let me tell you, this topic divides a lot of couples so it is imperative we do our best to get it right.  Conversations about finances can be a real challenge. Many couples have trouble because of...

Let’s say it together — ready….Spring is here!  And with it nicer weather — and hopefully more opportunities for blooming romance, too.  I know we are all busy and sometimes planning ahead is hard to do, especially when it involves making time for each other.  But now when your significant...

As I said last week, your ability to have a positive attitude (or not) will impact your physical, spiritual, and emotional health in profound ways.  I’m sure you have discovered that having a positive attitude during both good days and the bad can be a challenge. Our mindset becomes our...

On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 representing someone who always has a positive attitude, how would those who know you the best rate you?  If you had known me when I was a little younger, you would have never guessed I struggled with a positive attitude. I...

During some of my most challenging times in life, there has always been an inspirational quote or a passage from Scripture that has kept me going.  And they always came at the right time. For example, when I was contemplating making a significant change in my life, I was reading...

When you were younger were you told by your parents and teachers that reading was a good thing to do? I would guess so. Most kids are told this, but few do it on their own. I didn’t enjoy reading as a kid either. In fact, I would have rather...

A recipe for date night success. . . Sometimes keeping it simple is better.  And when it comes to romance, staying home every once in a while can be exactly what you need.  Have you ever heard “sex” begins in the kitchen? Popularized by Dr. Kevin Leman, in his book...

One thing is true in almost every relationship, making time for one another becomes increasingly more difficult.  Work, kids, activities, hobbies, family, can all get in the way of this important relationship. But hear me when I tell you this, “difficult” isn’t an excuse to let this one slide. Spending...

I don’t know about you, but I am excited about February.  Not only is it considered the “love” month, but it means we are another month closer to winter being behind us.  Speaking of love, one of my goals for 2019, is to fall more in love with my wife....

I was driving back from Chicago this week, and it was raining, cold, and the sky was a dark gray.  Not something that cheers up your day. But here we are nearing the end of January, and many of us are facing some pretty intense wintry weather.  Last week we...