“Absence makes the heart grow fonder!” That’s what they say and yet I always used to think, how can that be true, because don’t people have to be together to get and stay connected? Well the older I get, the more I realize that it's definitely true ... a little distance can do wonders for a relationship. A little distance can do wonders for a relationship. So many times we … [Read more...]
5 Rejuvenating Things Every Wife Needs To Do Without Her Husband
I have always been that girl who needs a good deal of personal space. I don’t have commitment issues and I am perfectly capable of deep love; I just don’t want anyone—not even my husband—around me all the time. Sounds harsh? I promise I am a really nice person. Sometimes I just need to be alone so I can collect my thoughts. Not much has changed over the years. I mean, … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Get Alone Time with Your Mate When You Have Small Kids
You need time alone with your mate. It goes beyond wanting or desiring; you need time with your mate. Time alone is valuable to your marriage relationship. It is understandable that some of us can spend more alone time with our mate than others because of different schedules and lifestyles. Nonetheless, even with small kids and busy schedules, thoughtful planning can get you … [Read more...]
What Your Man is Really Doing When He Has The House To Himself!
It’s Friday and she is going away with the girls for the entire weekend! I’m thinking to myself…Oh it’s about to go down!!! She gives me a hug and a kiss and says “I love you!” and walks out the door. Suddenly the ceiling opens up, the sun begins to shine in, and I begin jamming in my head to the beats of the HBCU marching band. I’m high stepping! I’m playing air drums! … [Read more...]
The 8 Best Things YOU Can Do For Your Relationship
A healthy relationship is often about what the couple does together to make things work. Are they on the same page? Do they communicate their needs to one another? Do they share the same values? But, it’s important to realize that it’s not always about what is being done together. Oftentimes, it’s about what is being done individually. How you take care of yourself and your … [Read more...]