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Do Not Have Sex or Go to Church this Valentine’s Day!
February 13, 2015
Here is my married couples’ guide to having the sizzling hottest Valentine’s weekend ever: FOR WIVES 1. Raise your expectations roof-high. Expect roses, lots of them. Because nothing says “I love you” like adding $94.00 to your already maxed … Continue reading
Why My Husband Doesn’t Call Me “Honey”
October 12, 2013
We were sitting around a bonfire with our church people last night, and terms of endearment came up as a topic of conversation. Suddenly I realized something for the first time in twenty years: My husband doesn’t call me “Honey.” … Continue reading
Addicted–Why I (You) Need an Accountability Partner
October 9, 2013
She wanted to quit snacking at night. I wanted to quit Facebook at night. (I see you laughing, you who have followed this blog for several years and know it’s always been my issue. And for that matter, I … Continue reading
If Men of the Bible Were on Match.com
May 17, 2013
Cain Green thumb, competitive. Passionate, temperamental. Easy going as long as my buttons aren’t pushed. I like my space. I worship God and nature in my own way. Take what I have to give or don’t take it at all. … Continue reading
Where to Find Idiots: Thoughts on Marriage and Church Relationships
April 19, 2013
I just finished Elaine Miller’s book, We All Married Idiots, and discovered that, sure enough, she’s right. David Bogdan married an idiot. Chances are good that you did, too.Idiot: “common man” (or woman). According to the Latin root of the word, an … Continue reading
Why Some Men Don’t Get Enough Golf (On Sex in Marriage)
February 14, 2011
Years ago my husband asked someone if he and his wife were going to have any more kids. “You have to play golf to have kids,” the man muttered. Now this made me sad, because I’m a firm believer that … Continue reading
Nobody Messes with My (Unemployed) Man!
August 10, 2010
Yesterday someone called to check and see how things are going with Dave’s job hunt. He meant well and I appreciate his effort to pick up the phone and let us know he cares. Let me repeat: I so appreciate … Continue reading
Say No to Crack!
May 15, 2007
I am about to become an instant prude—a totally uncool, narrow-minded, old-fashioned biddy. It’s been nice knowing you.The fast-approaching hot weather compels me to finally say what I’ve always kept in the confines of my home and discussed with only … Continue reading
Inside the Mind of a Controlling Woman
April 19, 2007
So I’m at this wedding reception and I go to get a drink, only to realize they’ve run out of beverages. “Why do I always find myself in these situations?” I mutter. “Am I the only organized … Continue reading