On the weekend of Nov. 14th-16th The GACC is hosting the Still Standing Marriage Enrichment Weekend. This is a great opportunity for couples from around the state of Georgia to connect, grow and learn how to stand the test of time. The event which spans from Friday evening through Sunday morning is a great mixture of learning, fun and worship for you and your spouse. On … [Read more...]
Chicago: Celebrate Black Marriage Week with Us This Week in Kankakee!
Chicago family, join us this week when we come south of the city to Kankakee, IL to celebrate Black Marriage Week! This past Sunday was the 10th anniversary of Black Marriage Day which is celebrated in over 300 communities across the country. We're happy to let you know that the celebration didn't end then. A dynamic organization called Marriage, Inc. is hosting a week full … [Read more...]
Baisden Listeners: Special Deal on Still Standing
We're so excited to be featured on the nationally syndicated Michael Baisden show that we're hooking you up with a special deal. For the next few days we're offering FREE Shipping & Handling on Still Standing and our entire inventory of films and books. This includes Happily Ever After: A Positive Image of Black Marriage, Men Ain't Boys, You Saved Me, the Black Family … [Read more...]
But Sometimes, You Have to Know When to Fold Them
We receive a lot of emails from people, asking for relationship advice. And common questions that we get asked are: "Should I leave?" or "How do you know when enough is enough." And those are questions that I just can't answer for a person. (But, of course if there is abuse...I would say to leave and get to a safe place.) I don't know how to answer that question for … [Read more...]
Still Standing: The Key Ingredient to Blending a Family is LOVE
James and Carletta Youngs have been married for more than 10 years now. When they met, Carletta was a single mom with 2 daughters and James was the non-custodial parent of two kids (a son and a daughter.) They fell in love, got married, and quickly found out that blending a family was going to be more difficult than they thought. There were emotional impacts for everyone … [Read more...]
TICKETS: Still Standing (Movie) Returns to Atlanta on September 13th
Our hit film Still Standing, starring Kindred the Family Soul, Speech Thomas, and Dr. Sherry L. Blake is coming back to Atlanta on September 13th and we don't want you to miss it! This will be the third screening in Atlanta and will be held at our favorite location, the Midtown Art Cinema theater across from Piedmont park. We held our first Atlanta screening of Still … [Read more...]
Our Hit Film Still Standing Comes To Baltimore This Thursday!
This Thursday Baltimore will be changed when we screen our latest film Still Standing. After multiple sold-out shows in DC, Chicago and Atlanta we're excited to return to Baltimore for the first time since we were there to screen You Saved Me in 2010. This special screening will be followed by a discussion and will take place on Thursday May 31st at New Antioch Baptist Church … [Read more...]
Still Standing: If You’re Focused on Being Right, Then You Need To Check Yourself
Kris and Akilah Richards have been married for 11 years now. They share with us in our film, Still Standing, that they started experiencing trouble very early on in their marriage due to differences in communication styles. Experts, such as Dr. Sherry L Blake, say: "You need to be able to communicate in the good times as well as the bad times if you want to have a successful … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Behind Still Standing – The Grind!
People always ask us how do we make the movies that we make. In this short video you'll get a very fast look at what went into Still Standing from picking up furniture for the set to selling-out screenings across the country all in just over 5 minutes. You'll also get a peak at some of the people who helped to make it all happen and some of the dynamic couples who come out to … [Read more...]
Still Standing Comes To Lexington, KY This Weekend!
Couples and Singles, the hit film Still Standing is coming to Lexington, Kentucky this weekend! One of the most frequent questions that we get is why we only tour the same handful of major cities. Well Lexington this is your chance to prove to us that movements like this need to come to Kentucky. We're extremely excited about personally hosting this screening and having it … [Read more...]
Still Standing: VIDEO Reaction From The Couples In The Film (Must See)
Check out the couples from our hit indie film Still Standing and their reactions after watching the film for the fist time at the Atlanta Premiere. The event took place on May 3rd 2012 at the Midtown Art Cinema in Atlanta, Georgia. The DVD for Still Standing has been released and is available for purchase at www.WeStillStand.com. … [Read more...]
Still Standing is Opening in Chicago This Weekend and We Need Your Support!
BMWK family, you went out and saw Red Tails on it's opening weekend. Then you went out in droves to see Think Like a Man on it's opening weekend. Now we need you to go out tonight and see our latest film Still Standing on it's opening weekend in Chicago. After holding a sold-out advance screening in Chicago on March 31st we've been given the special opportunity to have the film … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Fox 5 Atlanta Highlights Still Standing & BMWK
Yesterday we had the honor of being interviewed by Fox 5 Atlanta reporter, Tacoma Perry. The segment aired today and we were very pleased with the segment and how Tacoma did an excellent job of showcasing our story. During the interview we had a chance to talk about starting BlackandMarriedWithKids.com and of course Still Standing. Check the video out below and let us know … [Read more...]
Still Standing: What Lies Do You Believe About Marriage?
Many people go into marriage believing certain lies and myths. As a result, they are having trouble in their marriages and they are being setup to fail from the get go. In our film, Still Standing, Dr. Johnny C. Parker, Jr. shares some of the common false beliefs, misconceptions, and lies that couples getting married and couples in marriage have embraced. Marriage Lie - I'll … [Read more...]
Still Standing Comes To Houston, Dallas and Atlanta!
After sold-out shows in DC and Chicago the Still Standing Tour is back on track with upcoming screenings in Houston, Dallas and Atlanta. Thanks to our hosts the Houston and Dallas screenings this weekend will be FREE (link to RSVP below). The Atlanta screening already has less than 100 tickets left so if you plan on attending don't wait, get your tickets today. If you don't … [Read more...]