by Guest Writer | May 7, 2018 | Conflict, No Kids, Parenting
Miscarriage happens. It happened to us, and it may have happened to you. I know that it hurts, but please hear this: you do not have to hurt alone. Your marriage will make it through the pain of this miscarriage. Your spouse is with you. It is imperative that you...
by Scott Kedersha | Apr 9, 2018 | Communication, Conflict, Faith
For obvious reasons, pretty much every single one of us struggles in how to best communicate and resolve conflict. This plays out in marriage, friendships, work relationships, community, and parenting. The struggle is real. How can we speak to each other in a more...
by Guest Writer | Apr 2, 2018 | Conflict, Engaged, Newlywed
No matter how many people told me otherwise, somewhere in me thought having a husband would fix things. Literally speaking, I live with a handyman. Things do get fixed more than they used to. And living with my best friend has been one of the most meaningful gifts...
by Married People | Mar 5, 2018 | Conflict, Finances
Not talking about finances is one of the biggest money mistakes couples can make. It’s important to learn how to talk about it. As I contemplated hiding my new, had-to-have riding boots from my husband (until the time was “right” to tell him about my...
by Jeff and Alyssa Bethke | Feb 19, 2018 | Conflict
I Wanted to Be a Lawyer From the earliest I could remember, I wanted to be a lawyer. Strange, right? Most kids want to be an astronaut or fireman. But I was like ‘nah,’ I want to do clerical work and fill out legal briefings all day. I had a natural...
by Fierce Marriage | Feb 12, 2018 | Communication, Conflict
I recently walked out to our deck and began flailing my arms uncontrollably. I’m positive I looked like an idiot. Why? Two words: spider web. When I stepped outside, I felt that familiar, sticky feeling all over my arms and face. In about half a second, I transformed...