But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content. But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires … Continue reading Listening to My Husband While Being Content
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Be Wise When Choosing a Husband
On Father's Day weekend, my husband and I went out for a little while. Of course, I asked him what he wanted to do. His response? "I want to do whatever you want to do, because seeing you happy is what makes me the most happy." Oh my goodness, friends. I can hardly believe that … Continue reading Be Wise When Choosing a Husband
Let’s Praise Our Husbands
Hello, friends! I wanted to stop in to let you know that I hope you are having a wonderful Father's Day. I do not have a relationship with my own father, but I am excited to spend the day with my husband. While he isn't perfect (is anyone?), he is perfect for our family. I … Continue reading Let’s Praise Our Husbands
A Day with My Husband | Learning to Be Pleasant
Oh, is it ever hot outside today! I've been working in my garden a bit, and I had to come inside to get a big glass of cold water. Today's gardening tasks have been for my pure enjoyment...I've planted hostas, dug up purple cone flower seedlings to be transplanted, and moved wild petunias into my … Continue reading A Day with My Husband | Learning to Be Pleasant
Celebrating Our 17th Anniversary | I’m Thankful for My Husband!
I am so thankful for my husband. As I type, we are at the cusp of our 17th anniversary. It feels like a blink and a lifetime at the same time. How is that even possible? I know that if I feel this way already, I can hardly wait to see what our marriage continues … Continue reading Celebrating Our 17th Anniversary | I’m Thankful for My Husband!
The Proverbs 31 Woman | Verse 12
She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. Proverbs 31:12 I want to do my husband good and not evil all the days of my life! There have been times when I have sabotaged my efforts, however. Do you ever feel the same? I think we all probably have … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman | Verse 12
Has Easy Divorce Taken the Place of Polygamy?
Hello, dear readers. I have an interesting discussion for you today. Divorce and polygamy. This sounds a bit strange, right? And what in the world do they have to do with each other? I have never in all of my life put divorce and polygamy in the same category, but I book I’m reading has … Continue reading Has Easy Divorce Taken the Place of Polygamy?
A Married Woman’s Mission is Her Family
Today is cold and dreary. I’m sitting in our car, waiting for my children to complete their violin lessons. Such is the life of a mother. I’m so grateful that my kiddos are getting instruction in the arts, but I must admit I would rather be home on this type of day. I plan on … Continue reading A Married Woman’s Mission is Her Family