Wrong or unrealistic expectations can lead us to a whole lot of resentment and bitterness. Are any of these categories ones you need to kick to the curb?
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Husbands Have Expectations, Too – GraceAlone’s Journey
Correspondence between GraceAlone and Peacefulwife. Peacefulwife’s words are in blue. After today’s post, I plan to share GraceAlone’s posts and updates more on a weekly basis. But – there is SO MUCH to dig through in the beginning, and I am excited to share the insights she is experiencing. So – let’s continue with her… Continue reading Husbands Have Expectations, Too – GraceAlone’s Journey
The Respect Dare, Day 1 – Expectations
Ladies, I am THRILLED to be on this adventure with you as we begin a 40 day walk through The Respect Dare by Nina Roesner.! If you don’t have a copy of the book yet, you can certainly get one – either version. If you can’t get the book, that is ok – we will… Continue reading The Respect Dare, Day 1 – Expectations
Expectations – Part 4
We have been looking at our expectations and how they get us into trouble in our marriages this week. (Click here for Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3) I love the quote, “Expectations are premeditated resentment.” This is particularly true of unrealistic or unbiblical expectations. The number of expectations I have had of my… Continue reading Expectations – Part 4
Expectations – Part 3
This is part 3 of a series on expectations we have about marriage vs. reality. Click to read Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them. One time in 7th grade, I was at a party. I didn’t know that Cherry Coke had just come out. And I took a sip of a soft… Continue reading Expectations – Part 3
Expectations – Part 2
Yesterday, we looked at some common expectations that wives often carry into marriage and how they can create resentment in us (For Part 1 of Expectations, please click here). We also looked at reality vs. these expectations. Here are some more expectations that we often bring into marriage that sometimes create resentment that if I… Continue reading Expectations – Part 2
Expectations – Part 1
We all go into marriage with a lot of expectations. (Click here for Part 2, Part 3, Part 4) And, as a reader of mine quoted last week, “Expectations are premeditated resentment.” Ladies, what are some expectations you have of your husband and marriage? Some expectations – I believe are valid. I believe we should… Continue reading Expectations – Part 1
Valentine’s Day Expectations
Ladies, AHHH – VALENTINE’S DAY! That magical day when romance is in the air and many of us have higher expectations than ever for our men. For husbands – it can be a day filled with apprehension. This is especially true if things did not go well in the past. WE HAVE FREEDOM As… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Expectations
I Married the Wrong Person!
Do you ever think, “I married the wrong person”? You’re not alone if you do. So what do you do now?
5 Signs Valentine’s Day May Be an Idol for Me
If you tend to get anxious or upset about Valentine’s Day, please check out this post for a whole new way to think about it.