25 years ago, I had the privilege of marrying my beautiful wife Susan. As I reflect back on the years we’ve had together, I’d like to share with you some of the things I’m grateful for in my marriage. I’m thankful for how Susan and I were able to get through the busy seasons of life without our marriage suffering. Though there were times when we struggled to stay on the same page in the midst of the craziness...
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I was having some problems with my TV. The cable technician told me I just needed to reboot the box to clear the line. Guess what? It worked! Well, if you’ve been married for any length of time, you’ve probably been hurt by your spouse. If hurts aren’t dealt with and truly forgiven, bitterness can harden your heart to the point where you just don’t like your mate anymore. Past hurts and disappointments tend to...
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Did you see the 2007 movie Bucket List? It’s about two men who decide to chase their dreams when they find out they don’t have much longer to live. The movie sparked many to start thinking about what they’d include on their own bucket list. While a list like this can often seem overwhelming, our All Pro Dad program has created a doable marriage bucket list for you. Here are a few ideas. First, plan and execute...
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When you and your husband first fell in love, you had your whole lives ahead of you. The future was bright and promising as you dreamt and made plans together. But then jobs became more demanding, your kids were born, and all your energy was spent trying to keep things in order. Now you’ve found you dreams pushed aside and saved for later. But I challenge you to pursue those dreams right now with your husband...
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25 years ago I had the honor of marrying my beautiful wife, Susan. In front of hundreds of family and friends, I stood up and made vows to promise to love her well. Now 25 years later, I’ve read through those vows I once made. How have I done? Have I made the grade? Let’s take a look. I vowed to be “patient and kind, without envy or boasting, pride or arrogance.” I give myself a B- on this one. My love is...
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Of all the sports that make up the 2014 Winter Olympics, there is one that’s a lot like marriage: cross-country skiing. So how can you learn to go for the gold in our marriage from this timeless sport? First, you can learn to prepare for different terrains. Some days you’ll glide freely in your marriage. Other days may feel relationally cold and icy. Be prepared for these different terrains by having a...
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If you don’t maintain your car—change the oil, filter, check the points—on a regular basis, it may start clanking and sputtering. If your spouse is making noises…if they’re negative, nagging, or flat out nasty, maybe it’s time to check under the hood. When you do, you may find that neglect is the culprit…a husband who has neglected to listen to what his wife really needs, or a wife who has neglected her husband...
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