There's something about a great proposal and you want in. You've seen couples who are doing marriage right and you think you've met "the one." After seeking out marriage advice on google, from your pastor, and your closest married friends, you took the next step. "Will you marry me" has been asked and answered in the affirmative and you're preparing to walk down the aisle. But … [Read more...]
Unhappy Marriage Signs: Why You Need More Than Love to Stay in Your Marriage
We’ve all had relationship problems. I know my husband and I have. Even that super happy couple you know has their own stuff going on. And if they tell you they don’t, it’s either all a front or a way to keep you out of their business. Unhappy marriage signs are not always readable. But having issues to manage doesn’t mean a relationship is in trouble. It just means the people … [Read more...]
5 Things You Could be Doing with Your Money Other than Having a Pricey Wedding
Your wedding day is a BIG day. I get it. When I got married, over eight years ago, I wanted everything to be perfect. I dreamed about that day for years. And as someone who didn’t grow up knowing any happily married couples (and hardly any married couples to be honest), I was determined to make my wedding pretty magical. And it was. I don’t have a single complaint about … [Read more...]
Single Ladies, Stop Believing Everything You Hear on Your News Feed About Men
Two weeks ago, I celebrated my eight wedding anniversary. I can’t believe it’s already been eight years. Moreover, I can’t believe I have known my husband for more than 20 years. It’s been an amazing ride. So how have these eight years of marriage been? They’ve been pretty good. We’ve had our ups and downs, but that’s to be expected. We made it through the downs together and … [Read more...]
11 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Are Sick of Waiting for the Ring
Someone recently asked me how long is too long to wait for a ring. I didn’t have an answer because I think so many things can factor into how long a woman is willing to wait for a proposal. The choice to wait or not to wait is such a personal decision. I dated my husband for about six years before we got engaged (and we were friends for four years before we started dating). … [Read more...]
Best Engagement Video Ever!?! Watch as Beyoncé’s Backup Dancer Puts a Ring on It
Beyoncé's backup dancer John Silver proposed on stage to his girlfriend and fellow dancer Ashley Everett. Watch her shock and the cuteness below. BMWK, tell us about your engagement? … [Read more...]
Ladies, If He Doesn’t Pass This 9-Question Test, You Can’t Claim He’s “The One”
Once you think you’ve found “the one,” you feel like you are on cloud nine. Knowing that you’ve met the person you want to spend the rest of your life with is amazing! You know how people always say, “I just knew,” when it comes to figuring out if someone is “the one.” Well I think there is some truth to that, but it’s actually a little more involved. I think the man you’re … [Read more...]
Listen Up, Singles. These 5 Decisions Are WAY More Important Than the Decision To Get Married
The decision to get married is one of the most important decisions you will make in your entire life. Don’t you agree? I do. It was a decision I made with great care, and I am so grateful that after almost eight years, I still feel like I married the right guy. But as important as that decision was, I can’t sit here and tell you that it’s the most important decision I have … [Read more...]
Should Your Mate Complete You?
I love my husband. I actually like him a lot, too. No regrets about marrying him. Sharing my life with him makes me happy. But he does not complete me. He loves me and cherishes me and makes me happy—but no, he doesn’t complete me. I was complete when I met him. Yep, I was a whole person. No missing parts. No major void in my life. No painful confusion about what I should do … [Read more...]
6 Really Bad Reasons to Get Married
I’ve been in several conversations with friends and family about why some marriages end in divorce while others seem to stand the test of time. At some point, during those conversations there is always a discussion about people getting married for the wrong reasons, ultimately increasing their odds of having a failed marriage. So why did I get married? I got married … [Read more...]
Put the Ring Down. 5 Signs You Really Shouldn’t Get Marriage Yet.
I got married the week before I turned 30. In my younger days, I definitely thought I would get married at an earlier age. But life taught me that things wouldn’t always happen in my timing. It’s a lesson I embraced, and I gave it all to God, believing that marriage would come when I was ready. Looking back, I don’t think I was ready until the moment it happened. Did my … [Read more...]
It’s Not You, It’s Men: Rev. Run and Tyrese Give 7 Essential Tips for Marriage Success
On this week’s episode of "It’s Not You, It’s Men," Rev Run and Tyrese posed the question: "We’re Married, Now What?" People are excited about the idea of marriage, but they have no idea what marriage is all about. Forty-five percent of divorcees surveyed admitted they had unrealistic expectations of marriage. With the divorce rate at an all-time high, how can you have a … [Read more...]
Singles: 5 Simple Steps to Attract Your Perfect Mate
I recently read Michael Strahan’s book, Wake Up Happy. The book was full of life applicable examples from his experiences, to help you live a blissful life. Throughout the book Strahan was very transparent and acknowledged his challenges and weaknesses, especially in the area of relationships. He recognized that he hadn’t successfully mastered relationships- twice divorced … [Read more...]
Singles: Here Are the Top 5 Advantages of Flying Solo for the Holidays
Some people think being single during the holidays is depressing. Many may feel lonely or left out because they don’t have a significant other at their side. Well I am here to tell you that just because you are single does not mean you are at a disadvantage. In fact, you have the advantage of being unattached during the holidays. I’ve listed my top 5 advantages … [Read more...]
Is Their Marriage Doomed If a Woman Goes Half On Her Engagement Ring?
One of my coworkers ran up to me one Monday morning to share some good news. She told me one of her friends got engaged over the weekend. She even showed me a picture of the engagement ring. I thought it was beautiful. Since I didn’t know the friend, I didn’t have much more to say. As I was about to return to my computer screen, my friend shared some more information. My … [Read more...]