Don’t you just love how the bonds of friendship can keep us connected to friends we haven’t seen in decades? But what about those new friends we might be meeting for the first time? How can we strengthen those bonds and deepen our friendships, especially when adult friendships can feel like such a challenge? In […]
How to Brighten Your World with the Power of Words
We know from experience that the power of words can make a difference. Careless words can wound. But carefully chosen words can brighten our world! Today, I have the honor of welcoming my long-time blogging friend, Dianne Thornton to speak words of life to us. Dianne knows a thing or two about the power of […]
How to Listen and Make Relationships Sparkle
Communication is one of those things that can either make or break a relationship. So, learning how to listen better should be high on our list. For this week’s #SummerSizzleBlogHop series, I have my friend Dawn Klinge with me to share what she’s learned about how to listen well. By the way, the #SummerSizzleBlogHop series features nine […]
10 Tips for Wives on how to have a Successful Marriage
I can’t think of anyone who gets married who doesn’t want a successful marriage. I mean, no one ever goes into it hoping it doesn’t last, right? I’m sure we all want strong, thriving and fulfilling marriages. And while I’m no marriage expert, this year my husband and I will celebrate 15 years of marriage. […]
The ‘How To’ of Relationship Connections
I ate up every word as we sat across from each other. She already had her breakfast and was just waiting for her daughter to pick her up. But she chose to sit with me in the meantime. She must’ve noticed my wide-eyed wonder as I hung on her every word. And I think she was […]