Building Strong Families by Putting Marriage First

Married couples report that they are least satisfied in marriage during the child rearing years. They become busy and distracted, and many lose intimacy. Our aim is to offer information and tips to help couples who are worn down by their kids and life to have stronger, happier marriages against all odds. It is our hope that this blog will be a source of helpful information for couples who wish to strengthen their connection in chaos.
Posted on Tuesday, April 9, 2013
“If you’re not going to say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.”  How many times did we hear that as a kid? In looking back at this too oftenly used phrase, I see that it was a temporary fix that caused one child to feel they had better not talk for fear they would get in trouble. ...
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Posted on Saturday, April 6, 2013
I have been looking forward to this video post about Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love.  It is so important that we are aware of all the different aspects of our relationships.  Just remember to schedule time with your spouse to keep the spark alive. References: Sternberg, Robert...
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Posted on Saturday, April 6, 2013
There are many blogs online that can be found on marriage, but very few besides our blog, caught my eye as much as a blog called Engaged Marriage.  Don’t stay married, stay engaged, was the main theme of this blog.  What a wonderful reminder it was that post marriage life can be just as...
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Posted on Saturday, April 6, 2013
It's a little cheesy (blame the amateur acting skills of yours truly and my husband, Swen!), but you get the general idea.  Research shows having fun together increases satisfaction in the marriage.  Couples get so busy and tired, they often forget to make time for each other.  When...
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