My best friend since college is facing near-certain divorce. I was the best man at their wedding fifteen years ago, and we have gotten together two-three times a year ever since. This couple that was once so in love that brought two kids into the world… Read More »He Never Saw it Coming
I was raised on a farm and as such learned a lot of valuable life lessons during my youth. One such lesson came the first time my dad let me disk the field. He showed me the basic controls (e.g. how to raise and lower… Read More »It’s All About Perspective
In the last few months I have had three or four couples (in or around my social circles) that are in serious trouble. In each case, one partner in the marriage has walked out on the other and declared that from their perspective “It’s over”.… Read More »Marriage is like lawn care…
My wife and I went camping over the weekend. Camping in Indiana in the fall can be beautiful, but the weather can be iffy. As we were driving to the campground on Friday afternoon, the skies grew increasingly dark. By the time we got to… Read More »Then and Now
My wife and kids have been gone for a week. It’s funny, I travel quite a bit for work and have for the bulk of my career. When I’m away from home, I miss everybody, but I’m typically so busy with scheduled work activities and… Read More »Appreciate the Little Things
Tara and I were checking out at the grocery over the weekend. We love to banter in a playful manner. But the effect it has on onlookers (in this case the cashier) is always fascinating. Case in point… The cashier asked to see Tara’s ID… Read More »It’s Fun to Banter
Fortunately, I’ve not been ignoring my marriage like I have been this blog. In terms of my marriage, things have been good. But it seems like we’re surrounded by those whose relationships are in dire trouble. It’s tough being around / counseling (term used loosely)… Read More »Keeping conflict in perspective…
We went away on Friday night. Just 30 minutes away from home, but we went to a nice hotel in downtown Indianapolis. We checked in around 4:00, and were home the next day by 2:00. Not even 24 hours, but what a return on… Read More »The Power of a Simple Night Away
This may sound strange coming from a guy, but I love weddings. I learn something from every single wedding I go to. It’s a great chance to watch and talk with people with so many views on marriage, it’s like a living laboratory. My wife… Read More »“Keep her Glass Full”