Marriage is on my mind today,
probably because last Friday my older son married his college sweetheart and,
in one quickly uttered “I do,” launched me into the mother-in-law sorority. I’m
thrilled to be a new member! And marriage is also on my mind because I’m looking forward to August when my beloved and I celebrate our
own years of wedded bliss. Thirty-three blissful years to be exact.
Have they always been blissful? No.
Some of have been downright painful and difficult. We’ve suffered tragic
losses, acted selfishly, and placed ridiculous burdens upon one another. But
we’ve always looked to the One who binds us together to keep us bound together,
and He has been faithful to keep binding. And we keep forgiving, and learning, and loving, and life together is richer now than it was thirty-three years ago.
And on the subject of marriage,
James Watkins has provided some interesting, and sometimes humorous tips for
staying married. Ten of them, actually.
For your reading enjoyment, click on
the link:
If you’re unable
to access it, you can always go to his blog Hope and Humor to read it.
For those of you
marrying this summer, or for those needing a refresher or extra tips for
enjoying a healthy, fulfilling marriage, you’ll enjoy his tips. And if you can
add to these, please share them with us. I’ll pass them onto my newlywed son!
Until next Monday, may your week be
full of blessings that you receive and give, your heart be full of joy and
thankfulness, and your days be filled with laughter! Build a little heaven in
your life right now, and watch your heavenly garden grow!
Blessings,
Andrea
When the eyes of
the soul looking out meet the eyes of God looking in, heaven has begun right
here on earth. ~ A. W. Tozer
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