Jul/Aug 2011

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Things You Give Up After “I Do”

The transition from single to married is not an easy one.  There are adjustments to make – including giving a few things up. #1– Spending Time Alone With the Opposite…

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Passion and Commitment

The hero looks deeply into the heroine’s eyes, getting ready to say what she’s been wanting him to say for weeks, months, or even years. He wraps his arms around…

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Redirection

Sex drives are irritating beasts. Just when you think you’ve tamed it, it attacks you; and just when you think you’ve outran it, it jumps in front of you. As…

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Time of Patience

Patience seems like more like a skill than a natural ability. It feels like an endurance test. And waiting is a frequent occurrence in relationships: Waiting to meet the love…

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Start a Relationship Prayer Group

Think about starting a RPG– a Relationship Prayer Group. There is no doubt that praying for others is impacting. There is also no doubt that we sometimes forget to pray…

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Defining the Line

We like to have boundary lines. We like specific, clear definitions for the lines we shouldn’t cross. And then we receive these definitions, and we don’t like them. They’re too…

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10 Ways to Make Her Feel Beautiful

#1–Compliment her outfit. Her jewelry. Her style. Her hair. #2– Give her a nickname that has to do with how great she looks. #3– When a model/actress is on TV,…

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True Love Story: Designed

Every story has a design. The author carefully crafts each strand, then weaves the strings of the story together to create a solid, magnificent work. The love story of Dominic…

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Date Idea: History Date

Even if you and your date aren’t history buffs, you can find ways to enjoy periods of history together. Museum Exhibits Look into historical exhibits about other cultures and traditions,…

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Gift Idea: Anniversary Journal

Need a quick – but thoughtful – anniversary gift? How about a collection of all your anniversary memories? Materials: 1 package of assorted card stock 8″x11″ Hole punch 2 or…