Our vision should be to have the greatest marriage ever. Each year, more than two million marriages take place in the United States. However, More than 50% of them will end in divorce. It’s a sobering statistic…that’s for sure. I see people “fall” in love all the time, but staying in love is quite another […]
Understanding Your Partner: “Romance” Isn’t a Universal Concept
When you hear the term “romance,” what do you think of? Do images of red roses and lit candles come to mind, or do you think of snuggling up on the couch watching your favorite sitcom with your partner? The truth is, everybody has a different idea of what it means to be romantic. My […]
Planning a Wedding to Suit Your Budget: Tips and Tricks
So, you’ve recently gotten engaged to the love of your life; now comes the process of planning for the wedding! At first glance, the task may seem daunting, and you may be wondering how you’ll ever be able to plan an entire wedding that fits within your comfortable budget. After all, did you know that […]
Beyond “Good Enough”: Secrets of Spectacular Wedding Photos
There are some situations in life where it might be okay to settle for mediocrity: when picking a pharmacy from which to pick up your prescriptions, for example. But then there are also situations where it’s just plain wrong to settle for anything less than the best, like when choosing the one you’re going to […]
Understanding Marriage as Covenant Love
These days, it seems as though people have an evolving idea of what it means to be committed—whether it be in a romantic relationship, a friendship, or even a job. It’s important that we continue to see commitments as being not so much about a contract or something we feel obligated to, but as a […]