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6 Successful Marriage Tips
by Lizbeth Today we celebrate our 6 year wedding anniversary I love you babe! Here are 6 things I’ve learned about marriage side note – I am not perfect at any of these things, I try my best 1. It takes conscious daily effort to strengthen your marriage. It’s like a plant – it requires water, nutrients, and care. 2. The most venomous substance to any marriage is selfishness. 3. Marriage is not easy. There will be hardships along the way. The #1 thing to remember is that these hardships will help you and your spouse grow closer together. So! Don’t give up! Push forward with FAITH!!! 4. Apologize and…
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Pray for Your Marriage!
by Jacqueline My hubby and I have been married 32 years in June. It feels like 32 weeks. We keep it fresh by always staying best friends and lots of laughter. I mean tear jerking laughter, because we really enjoy and listen to each other. I know and treasure the intimacies of who he is as a man, father, pilot and my lover/hubby. We still value and respect each other deeply. When we have conflict, we seek ways to work through it yet maintain a spirit of love, respect and peace. To this day, never an unkind word has ever been spoken to each other. When I get very upset,…
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Feeling Alone in Marriage? Here’s How to Rekindle the Connection
Photo by msbritt on Pixabay It’s a feeling many married couples are familiar with – feeling alone in marriage. Whether you’ve been together for a few years or decades, loneliness in marriage can be a difficult experience. But what does it mean to feel alone in marriage? And how can couples work together to rekindle their connection? In this blog article, we’ll explore what it means to feel alone in marriage, how to recognize the signs of loneliness in marriage, and the best strategies for rekindling the connection. What does it mean to feel alone in marriage? To feel alone in marriage is a feeling of disconnection and isolation…
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Is Marriage Outdated?
In 2023, you’ll hear plenty of people who argue that marriage doesn’t make sense anymore. They’ll say that marriage is just a piece of paper. They’ll say that humans, particularly males, aren’t “naturally” monogamous. They’ll say that you’ll be happier with lots of different thriving relationships… Or better off committing to someone without all of the legal complications. So… is it true? Is marriage outdated? Is it a thing of the past? Here at Wives’ Tribe, we are fiercely combatting the idea that marriage is outdated. We believe it’s needed now more than ever. First and foremost, MARRIAGE MAKES BETTER HUMANS. This lifelong commitment makes each of us a better,…
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Best Valentine’s Day Gifts 2023
Between Christmases, anniversaries, birthdays, and Valentine’s Day, it’s tough to keep digging up good gifts for your spouse! But let’s all agree to forego the cheesy mug or cheap gag gift this year. In no particular order, here are 14 of the best Valentine’s Day Gifts for February 14! Custom star map With this customizable star map, you write down where you met, and the map creators will discover the latitude and longitude for you. You can be as specific as the very building or address where you met (or where you got engaged or where you first kissed)! This is a special gift. Sushi making kit If you’re lucky enough…
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Marriage Works if You Work It
by Michelle Michelle shares her secrets for making a marriage work, no matter what the unique circumstances may be. There is no one shoe fits all when it comes to marriage. What works for one couple might not work for another. Every marriage is unique. However, the one thing that all marriages need to succeed is….are you ready for it…. WORK! Marriage is work. There’s not one single thing that makes a marriage successful, but rather, many different little things. It’s going on a date night, consistently, through out your marriage to remember why you fell in love in the first place. It’s laughing at each others jokes and silly…
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Easy & Fun Date Ideas 2021
Here are some of the best date ideas for 2021: 1. The “Ultimate Stay-In” Date If you and your partner like to keep things low-key and enjoy spending time at home, this is the date for you! Dinner: Cook up your favorite dinner together, or conduct a friendly cookoff competition! Dessert: Think chocolate fondue or s’mores by the fire. Stargaze: Bundle up and stargaze outside, or cuddle up by a window and appreciate the night sky. You might try a stargazing app like Night Sky to help you figure out what you’re looking for. Play a Fun Couples’ Game: Couples’ games seem like such a good idea, but many of…
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Awesome, Affordable Stocking Stuffers for the Husband
Bring on the stocking stuffer ideas 2020! I always have trouble finding great gifts for my spouse. He doesn’t want me to spend too much money, but he’s very particular on what he will actually use. Sound familiar to anyone? We’re all looking for cheap stocking stuffer ideas that our men will actually use and love. Here are some fun ideas to inspire you. For those of us who have had a tough year economically, there are also some stocking stuffer ideas for him under 10 dollars. 1. A Fun Couples’ Game My husband loves spending quality time together, but it can be tricky to find things we both like…
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Does Silent Treatment Work in a Marriage? When a Marriage Lacks Communication
by Ellen Do you ever feel like your marriage lacks communication? Many of our marriage stories deal with communication, and we encourage you to explore more of them. In this story, our author discusses her communication struggles and answers the question: Does silent treatment work in a marriage? Marriage Stories: Meeting and Marrying my Husband My husband and I knew each other for about 8 years before we even dated and then… we got married! We both grew up in North Dakota about an hour away from each other (yes, people do live there). We met at some church activity when we were 15 or 16; we have different memories…
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Cooking Together in Quarantine: 15 Meals for Two on a Budget by Caroline
Caroline and Zach have spent some time during quarantine cooking together. Marriage can be strengthened by trying new activities or doing the daily humdrum activities with one another. Here are 15 meals for two on a budget. This is such an interesting time in our world right now. Quarantine is definitely different every day. Some days I’m so grateful my husband can work from home, and others I dream of the time he was gone from 9-5. Seeing as we’ve only been apart for a few hours total in the last month, it shocks me that we’re not constantly fighting. I think it helps we’re both homebodies and have a…