Early in our marriage, I used to think that the world was coming to an end when my husband and I would fight. I would get so sad and despondent. I would cry, lose sleep, and let my work suffer because I thought we were on the brink of divorce in that “in between time.” Even though my husband and I rarely have big fallouts, I have learned so much about our marriage, our … [Read more...]
4 Things a Good Husband and Good Bra Have In Common
It was laundry time and I was down to my last and least favorite bra. Throughout the day, the bra was a nuisance and made me really appreciative of my good bras. And when I thought about it some more, I realized that the qualities of a good bra can also be found in a good husband. Here are four of them. A good bra and a good husband will never stab you in the back. The … [Read more...]
4 Rules for Building Amazing Intimacy in Your Relationship
Animal attraction and unbridled passion are in abundant supply at the beginning of a relationship. The feeling of his strong embrace, the warmth of her beautiful smile, the scent of her intoxicating fragrance can instantly fill your lover with uncontrollable desire for you. However, as time progresses and life begins to creep into the relationship; intimacy starts to move … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Reap What You Sow in Your Marriage
We’ve all heard the saying that, “You reap what you sow” and most may believe that it’s true. I am one of those believers. I feel that if you want something, you should give something. To me it’s a law of reciprocity. Therefore, I believe however you want your spouse to treat you, that’s how you should treat your spouse. I’ll give you five examples. [imagebrowser … [Read more...]
Why You Need A Date Night in the Next Two Weeks
One of the things a couple can do to ensure they keep their relationship fresh and exciting is to schedule a weekly date night. This should be a standing appointment that couples make a firm commitment to keep. This standing weekly appointment should be the most important, respected, and valued event on your calendar. Keeping this commitment communicates to your partner that … [Read more...]
The Ideal Number of Bank Accounts a Married Couple Should Have
I attended a beautiful wedding ceremony a few weeks ago. He was Italian. She was Jamaican. This was his second marriage. This was her first. He had two children that he brought to the marriage. She, on the other hand, was looking forward to starting a family with him. The pastor candidly spoke about the complexities of having an interracial, intercultural, blended marriage. … [Read more...]
Five “L’s” that are Essential to Every Long-lasting Marriage
I will be married for two years in the next couple of months. Granted, we’re still new to marriage, but I have to say that my husband and I have grown and grown up so much in our marriage. I love our marriage and over the last two years have noticed that these were some of the elements that have strengthened it. Laughter My husband says that I am a two-year old. He thinks … [Read more...]
7 Simple Ways to Be Successful in Love
Love is defined as a feeling of strong or constant affection for a person; an attraction that includes sexual desire; the strong affection felt by people who have a romantic relationship; a person you love in a romantic way. The bible, of course, provides the greatest definition of love in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not … [Read more...]
15 Ways You Can Make Love All Day
“Make Love All Day,” when you hear that phrase does your mind immediately go to sexual intimacy? Most minds probably do. Those two sexy words, make love, take the mind directly do the bedroom. However, making love begins outside of the bedroom. It starts when you get up in the morning and continues throughout the day. The bedroom experience can be more than a physical act. It … [Read more...]
Get It Started with Your Husband; 4 Tips to Rock His World…Tonight!
I’m sure it’s no surprise to you that men want sex. More than that, they want to feel wanted. When was the last time you initiated sex? I don’t mean, when was the last time that you said, “I’m going to sleep soon, so we’ve got a few minutes” or dropping some other subtle hint. I’m saying, when was the last time you aggressively kicked off the party? If your man is always the … [Read more...]
4 Great Ways to Fall in Love Every Day
by LaDawn Elliot, Love is all around us, it is an infinite energy that has no boundaries. It is an un-explainable feeling that can consumes every fiber of our being. It is an emotion that we simply have very little power to control. The heart knows no prejudice, it doesn’t see race, size, or class. It simply loves who it loves. Love can stand on its own and doesn’t ask … [Read more...]
Ask Dr. Buckingham: I Messed Up, but How Can I Get My Wife Back?
Hello Dr. Buckingham, I have been married for 7 years to a wonderful woman and we have 4 children. One child is in college, one in high school and the youngest children are 5 and 4 years old. I never was good at talking much and always kept things inside. I know my wife loves me, but I don't think that she is in love with me anymore. We had a good marriage, but I let myself … [Read more...]
There Is No Such Thing as a Perfect Relationship!
“Some days we see eye to eye, at times we disagree, But that’s because we both accept you’re you….and I am me” As my wife and I celebrated our anniversary this weekend, this was one of the passages that came out of the card I gave her. While it is a simple passage, I believe it says so much more! Often times one of the biggest reasons why marriages and … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Bring Your Sex Life Back to Life
"Why does she take so long? I mean seriously by the time she gets warmed up and by the time she reaches climax the game will be over!!" This just in...this is what many men have been thinking when the time comes to have sex with their wives. Yep ladies, the same way you are thinking about how "tired" you are or that "headache" you have right before sex, men have thoughts as … [Read more...]
Sometimes I Feel Powerless in My Marriage
We’ve heard it time and time again - communication is the key to a good marriage. And while communication may not be the only component to a long lasting holy matrimony, it’s definitely one of the main pillars. I know as the husband, my opinion matters in our household. It matters mostly because my wife has an open ear for most of my issues. I also know my wife works very … [Read more...]