Five ways to prioritize your marriage in the midst of motherhood
My husband left his shoes in the middle of the living room floor. I saw them last night—they are hard to miss. He’s a tall guy, and he wears big…
Navigating the leave and cleave process of our adult children marrying
Definition of position; “a place where something or someone has been put, a particular way in which someone or something is arranged.” (Oxford)…
5 tips for remaining connected to your spouse when life is chaotic
I’ll never forget the day I got the call. My dad’s heart had failed. The left chamber was no longer able to pump blood into his organs. They, too,…
Sexual simmering: Reclaiming intentional time with your spouse
One of the great challenges of sexual fulfillment in the twenty-first century is that there’s so little time and energy left over to enjoy sex. I get…
Investing in your marriage is worth the sacrifice
There were 101 reasons why a March getaway with my husband to focus on our marriage didn’t make sense—the kids’ spring activities in full swing, a…
How to Model God’s Design for Marriage
I (Kristin) don't like clutter. I like tidy spaces and cleared counters—everything in its place. My kids know this about me. Some of them share this…
Yes, you need a marriage mentor
As the old saying goes, our children will learn what we live. As a child, I learned a keen sense of humor would keep me out of trouble. Sarcastic…
Reimagine your relationship: How to reorient your marriage after you become parents
Becoming a parent for the first time creates a sense of emotional whiplash. Seemingly overnight, your priorities shift, your whole life is…
Young & considering parenthood
My wife and I met at the age of seventeen. Our friendship organically blossomed into an exclusive relationship, and immediately we were…
