The other day I was telling a family member stories from my early days of marriage. It was one of those moments where I caught myself smiling because I hadn't noticed until then how far we've really come! As with many couples, we didn't realize how challenging the transition from dating to marriage was going … Continue reading 3 Obstacles Every Newlywed Couple Needs to Overcome

When Ray and I married each other, we loved each other. Yet, we wanted each other to be better people and do better. We knew that was the point, after all. And I know we weren't alone. We can always do better. And we're supposed to. I'll tell you why. As the Church, we are … Continue reading Building a Better Marriage: Appreciation

As a new-newlywed, I spent some time really digging into Proverbs 31. I'd read many articles on the chapter before and obviously, I'd heard many teachings before but I wanted to study it for myself. Verses 10-31 talk about the attributes of a virtuous woman, a Godly wife. Let me break it down for you … Continue reading Proverbs 31 Woman: Let’s Break It All the Way Down

1."Don't let doubt convince you that your marriage is not worth fighting for." - Jennifer Smith, Unveiled Wife 2. "Love is invincible facing danger and death. Passion laughs at the terrors of hell. The fire of love stops at nothing - it sweeps everything before it. Flood water can't drown love, torrents of rain can't … Continue reading 25 of My Favorite Quotes and Bible Verses on Love, Marriage, and Relationships

As far as I know, unless you work for a fairly big organization, emotional intelligence is just not something you're taught. It comes as no surprise, then, that so many adults lack this hugely important trait. Thankfully, it can be taught and learned. That's the goal with this post - to teach you about emotional … Continue reading The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Marriage

What do you see when you look at me? Do you see a self-motivated man with a strong character? Do you see a Soldier that is dedicated to his work and that succeeds even when he fails? A Soldier that lets no obstacle phase him - every challenge he faces he overcomes? What do you … Continue reading My Struggle With PTSD

Together with his wife, Julie Gottman, John Gottman is a researcher who has studied marriage and divorce for over forty years. He has authored and co-authored over 40 books and won many awards. He was the executive director of the Relationship Research Institute and ran the "Love Lab" where most of his research was conducted. … Continue reading 21 Timeless John Gottman Quotes