Yesterday Kim and I celebrated our 10th year of marriage bliss. Now, despite what my wife might tell you I’m not under any illusions of knowing it all, but I have learned a few things over the years. Sure, she probably has too, but in the spirit of this joyous milestone I’d like to write about a few things I’ve learned about marriage – from a guy’s perspective. Now don't get me wrong, I’m not crazy enough to claim I’ve come anywhere close to perfecting these, but I find that the process of … [Read more...]
The story of our grape arbor
Almost two years ago we moved from the house we spent our first eight years of marriage in, a house that was special to us in so many ways but, with four children, was literally bursting at the seams. If love grows best in little houses, maybe that explains why Kim and I LOVE each other so much! How small was it? So small that, while you were watching TV in the living room you get a pillow from the bedroom, then grab a drink from the fridge in the kitchen, all without leaving the couch. We loved … [Read more...]
Making marriage work
On July 27, 2012 I will have been married to my best friend for 10 years. I’m not trying to earn brownie points or a ‘get out of the doghouse free card’ (would LOVE to have a few of those... where you can buy them?) – just stating a fact. As any Christian in a great marriage can attest, there are two things worth seeking with all your heart – Christ and the right mate. They both offer unconditional love, both wrap you up in the arms of acceptance, peace, safety, fellowship – allowing you to go … [Read more...]
Date Night – Putting Each Other First
Someone once said that the greatest gift parents can give their children is to show them that they love each other more than anything, even them. After all, the love we have for each other is the reason our kids are here. It is the foundation of our family, the firm footing and warm embrace in the strong arms of which our children feel safe, secure, and truly happy - deep down happy. Kids shouldn't be worried about their Mom and Dad splitting up. Instead they should spend their time and worries … [Read more...]