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Family, Parenting and Religion

2015-08-27T14:58:40-04:00

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3 Parent Hacks to Get Some Mommy-Daddy “Alone Time”

Last updated on: August 27, 2015 at 2:58 pm By Ashley Willis

When you have kids, time seems to always be an issue. There is simply not enough of it…especially when it comes to Mommy and Daddy getting some “alone time”. Yes, I am talking about sex here. And, yes, we need to be having lots of it…even with kiddos in the house. (more…) Read more

2015-08-27T13:25:30-04:00

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5 things your ANXIOUS SPOUSE wants you to know

Last updated on: August 27, 2015 at 1:25 pm By Ashley Willis

We often use the terms “anxious” and “anxiety” to describe our nervousness or apprehension about something. But, for those who suffer with recurring anxiety attacks, we know all-to-well how real anxiety can interrupt our lives, steal our joy, and greatly affect our role as husbands or wives. (more…) Read more

2015-08-27T13:26:05-04:00

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Matt Damon’s brilliant advice for a LASTING MARRIAGE

Last updated on: August 27, 2015 at 1:26 pm By Ashley Willis

In a recent ET Online interview, Matt Damon was asked how his longtime friend, Ben Affleck, was doing after his recent divorce from Jennifer Garner. What Damon had to say was very interesting. (more…) Read more

2015-09-07T19:54:10-04:00

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3 Big Triggers that Drive a Mom Crazy

Last updated on: September 7, 2015 at 7:54 pm By Ashley Willis

I used to think that my kids were just extra hard, and that’s why I would get so exacerbated with them at the end of a long, chaotic day. I mean, it’s their fault that I become a “mom-ster” sometimes. They MAKE me crazy, right? Well, not so much. Gulp. It’s me. I am the problem. There’s this thing called “self-control” that I seem to be lacking at times…especially when it comes to my family – the people I love... Read more

2015-08-11T16:22:46-04:00

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What’s the SOUNDTRACK of your marriage?

Last updated on: August 11, 2015 at 4:22 pm By Ashley Willis

When I was driving the other day, I turned on the radio and heard Peter Gabriel’s Eighties ballad, “In Your Eyes” (click here to watch lyric video) made famous by John Cusack and his romantic boombox scene pictured above from the popular film Say Anything. My heart swelled and tears filled my eyes as I started to sing along. I hadn’t heard it in a long time, but this song has always held a very special place in my heart. You... Read more

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2015-08-27T13:27:15-04:00

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5 Signs That We Are Too Critical Of Our Spouse and How To Turn It Around

Last updated on: August 27, 2015 at 1:27 pm By Ashley Willis

When we first meet our spouse and eventually get engaged, all we can think about is the many things that we love about him/her…even the idiosyncrasies. But, after we get married, those cute quirks can become the bane of our existence. Over time, we decide that it is our job to tell our spouse about the many things they do that annoy us. But, this only drives a wedge between us. Criticism is TOXIC in a marriage. (more…) Read more

2015-08-04T16:41:20-04:00

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4 Things to Consider When You Feel Like Separating

Last updated on: August 4, 2015 at 4:41 pm By Ashley Willis

Some couples consider marital separation to be healthy step in striving to save their marriage when it is in serious trouble. We tell ourselves that the time apart will heal our hurts, but that is usually not the case. According to a 2012 USA Today article, 79% of martial separations result in divorce. (more…) Read more

2015-08-06T11:58:07-04:00

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The Most Common Mistake Women Make In Marriage

Last updated on: August 6, 2015 at 11:58 am By Ashley Willis

Have you ever found yourself arguing with your spouse in your head, yet no words come out? Have you ever tried to get his attention with eye rolls, pursed lips, sighs, shrugs, huffs and puffs, or stomping? Or, better yet, have you ever found yourself telling him that you are upset with him because you “shouldn’t have to tell him to do _______” or “he should know _____”? Me too. And, it only made things worse. (more…) Read more

2015-07-16T14:38:33-04:00

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5 things to do when your spouse wants to “get healthy” but you want to eat pizza

Last updated on: July 16, 2015 at 2:38 pm By Ashley Willis

Throughout our marriage, my weight and healthy lifestyle have fluctuated a bit. Whether I was stressed out, just had a baby, was enjoying eating without thinking…or all of those things at the same time, I would eventually realize that I needed to get back into shape. Then, I would immediately go tell my husband about my desire to get healthier, as if he was going to be as excited and motivated as I was. (more…) Read more

2015-07-09T15:03:24-04:00

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5 LESSONS We Can Learn from CELEBRITY DIVORCES

Last updated on: July 9, 2015 at 3:03 pm By Ashley Willis

Why is it that so many celebrity marriages seem to end in divorce? Just recently, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck told the media that they have decided to divorce after being married for ten years. As I read this news, many of the writers commended the couple on lasting so long, alluding to how most celebrity marriages don’t even come close to the ten-year milestone. That’s sad…but tragically, it’s true. (more…) Read more

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