The things that can cause a married couple to either draw closer to one another or pull away from each other are limitless. And boundless.
Even timeless.
And those very said things that face couples these days could very well be bigger than the glorious endless mountain ranges that are standing firm, or smaller than just one of the hundreds of minnows finding their way in a nearby flowing creek-side.
Even timeless.
And those very said things that face couples these days could very well be bigger than the glorious endless mountain ranges that are standing firm, or smaller than just one of the hundreds of minnows finding their way in a nearby flowing creek-side.
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| This man of mine.... #favoriteartist #wifelypride |
But you're in those times....for better or worse.
*Paint spilled on the upper stairway carpet not by one of your hardworking handsome gents, but your lifelong partner lends itself to a cry for forgiveness & patience.
*Having to re-cut every slice of shiplap that was previously "professionally" cut but then finding the two of you standing in the driveway with table-saw in place when tiredness is beginning to settle in can either cause a smile or a raised brow.
*Giggling moments as evening gives way to late night, suddenly turned early morning....and you're still giggling. Priceless.
*Having to re-cut every slice of shiplap that was previously "professionally" cut but then finding the two of you standing in the driveway with table-saw in place when tiredness is beginning to settle in can either cause a smile or a raised brow.
*Giggling moments as evening gives way to late night, suddenly turned early morning....and you're still giggling. Priceless.
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| These handsome gents-they were 'all in'! |
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| Tirelessly trimming!! But loving it...working alongside my fam is the best! |
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| Mason couldn't wait to grip the roller :) |
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| Carson was all about the painting! |
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| Austin took the lead a variety of times.... Godly-leader-in-the-making |
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| This guy! |
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| ...sometimes I have no words.... |
But no matter the "better or worse", at the close of each day, let's hope a little dirt & grime and plans gone haywire will cause a couple to lean in a bit closer to one another.
Lean in to listen. Lean in to forgive. Lean in to learn a new skill. And lean in to smooch here & there.
It's totally worth it.
A stolen kiss seconds before realizing you might be 1/8 of an inch off measuring that soon-to-be beautiful purely white painted shiplap is 100% worth it.
Kiss away girl! Shiplap will always be there. Your hottie-hubs may not be.
Surprise her with a little spin around the living room before that lighting changes. The music can always be heard but your wife's fast feet will someday slow down.
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| Recessed lights....let's do this! |
Cheer each other on when a new skill is learned and is defined by hard work and a little (or big) step out of the comfort zone.
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| Andy DOMINATED putting in these lights!! So proud! |
Marriage is all about the "together." And that comes in all forms & sizes. You could literally add that word "together" behind everything the two of you face. Together.
Parenting.
Arguing.
Forgiving.
Praying.
Praying.
Traveling.
Loving.
Scared.
Scared.
Building.
Moving.
Growing.
Being stretched.
Faithful.
Laughing.
Facing hardships.
Making memories.
Stepping out in faith.
Stepping out in faith.
Because it should never be a solo duo. You are indeed, partners for life.
There's something satisfying about taking a step back, pausing for as many moments as you dare with your arms gathered around the waist of your spouse and realizing that together "we did this". With God's provision, we transformed what once was, into something that now is. And it was a team effort. It took a together-effort. And stemming from that united togetherness, a full family-of-five effort.
Building your marriage stronger, closer, tougher, lovelier, deeper....together. Are you putting question marks(?) or exclamation points(!) at the end of the day regarding the best friend that you're married to. Yes. Married to. Not just sharing a home with.
There's something satisfying about taking a step back, pausing for as many moments as you dare with your arms gathered around the waist of your spouse and realizing that together "we did this". With God's provision, we transformed what once was, into something that now is. And it was a team effort. It took a together-effort. And stemming from that united togetherness, a full family-of-five effort.
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| Before... |
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| After!! |
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| Before... |
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| After!!! |
**A few random snapshots of the most recent "together" marriage moments for this duo to keep you caught up. ;) **
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| So fun to have family at Art-A-Whirl!! |
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| So much friend support for Anderson Clayworks!!! |
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| Parenting these 3 handsome gents of ours.... |
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| ....together. :) |
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| Mason's "fan club" for one of his tournament games!! |
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| This kid--triples, homers, pitching strike-outs, and a TEAM player! Proud of you #7 |
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| Way to go Gold!! 2nd place in the tournament--what a weekend! |
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| Hanging out with my man....baseball bleachers, backyard, etc. It's the two of us. Together. |
Keep on building couples! Your marriage is worth it.
Keep Christ at the center and watch Him throw some crazy exclamation points at the end of where you may instead have put a question mark, and in what you may have even thought was just ordinary. Your marriage deserves those exclamation points as you point back to the One who unites.
"And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them" 1 John 4:16
(** and because I know the question will be asked....it was yours truly that spilled the paint on the carpet. Thankful for a patient and forgiving hubs. And a spot-free stairway that leaves no trace of said spill....)
Keep Christ at the center and watch Him throw some crazy exclamation points at the end of where you may instead have put a question mark, and in what you may have even thought was just ordinary. Your marriage deserves those exclamation points as you point back to the One who unites.
"And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them" 1 John 4:16
(** and because I know the question will be asked....it was yours truly that spilled the paint on the carpet. Thankful for a patient and forgiving hubs. And a spot-free stairway that leaves no trace of said spill....)
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