My husband and I are always laughing. We are always joking around. Always clowning. We have our own secret sick sense of humor and it works for us. Humor is a big part of our relationship. He is always making me laugh. I can’t stay mad at him for too long because if something funny happened I have to tell him about it, which means I have to talk to him, which means we … [Read more...]
3 Keys to Ensuring Financial Success as a Couple
My household was not exempt from experiencing the heartache the Great Recession brought millions of American families. When my husband was laid off from his job in 2009, we had no idea what was in store for us over what has turned into a four year journey. As we have embraced our life as a one-income family, I have found that teamwork, communication, and honesty are the … [Read more...]
A Positive Image of Marriage: Pictures From Our Readers
In celebration of Black Marriage Week we invited you, our extended BMWK family, to send us photos of you and your spouses so that we could feature them on our Facebook page. In addition to sharing your photos some of you shared a portion of your story --- how your relationship started and even imparted some wisdom for your Facebook family. Your participation was exciting and we … [Read more...]
5 Things Super Happy Couples Do Every Day
I'm sure most would agree that marriage takes a bit of work. But, what "thing" worth having doesn't? We all have our good days and just okay days. Sometimes it takes a while to get out the valley of "bad" days as a married couple. Do you know a couple that seems to be really happy? Have you ever asked a couple that you admire, just how they do it? I have. I do it all the time … [Read more...]
Here Are 5 Reasons Why I’ve Given Up In My Marriage
Do you know a married couple that never fights? Me neither. Two people. One life. Happily ever after - with a few inevitable rough spots and bumps along the journey. Sometimes those bumps in the road become hills and the hills become mountains and then what? Is giving up an option? Do we quickly begin to throw around the "D" word? Hopefully not, because that's always … [Read more...]
Wedded Bliss Video: Ivy + Keiston
Ivy + Keiston Wedding Recap from Inije on Vimeo. Newlyweds Ivy and Keiston Walton met their first week of college and Ivy now admits that she didn't even remember his name! But even nameless, she knew her husband-to-be was something special. Their love story was chronicled briefly on TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta" and their special day is captured here in loving detail … [Read more...]
Are You Living Your Life For What Really Matters?
Have you ever talked to a person that says their marriage is important to them, but their actions show otherwise? Or how about a person that complains about their marriage but never does anything to change it. I loved this tweet from @DivoreBusting (Michele Weiner-Davis): The very same people who bemoan the loss of romance or intensity in their marriages do little to … [Read more...]
It’s We…Not Me!!
by Ronnie Tyler We did it together and it felt good!!! Last weekend we finally cleaned out our garage, after being in this home for almost 3 months now. And we had so much fun working together...we were a real team. We even had a hula hoop contest and I won!! That may not seem like a big deal to you...but my husband beats me at most contests. So I was happy to find out … [Read more...]
Only One Week Left To Receive Pre-Release Pricing For The “You Saved Me” DVD
SALE ENDS THIS SUNDAY!!! You've only got a few days left to get our new documentary film You Saved Me at discount pricing. Once we officially release the DVD on Monday March 29th the price will move back to $20. If you reserve your copy now you can buy it for just $15. View the trailer below: Click here to get your copy at a discount. … [Read more...]
Anything You Want?
by Tara Pringle Jefferson Over the past couple weeks, I've been seeing a reoccurring theme regarding relationships: what happens when sexual desires go unfulfilled? On the Michael Baisen show, they set aside part of the show to talk about why men look to their mistresses to fulfill certain sexual desires his wife won't touch. "Half the time, men don't even ask the wife to … [Read more...]