Most of us have normal marriages. Not perfect marriages and not Charlie Manson type marriages. Just normal marriages that are both fun and frustrating. The purpose of this blog is to help you enjoy your less-than-perfect normal marriage."
Before You Drive Your Marriage Off a Cliff, Drive it Down Memory Lane
During my Senior year of High School, I began to talk to a girl who really had no interest in me. (I mean really!) But the more I talked to … Read more Before You Drive Your Marriage Off a Cliff, Drive it Down Memory Lane
News Flash! Ken and Barbie Aren’t Real!
I went to a wedding recently and I was struck by how perfect the bride and groom looked. They appeared to have it all together. Young, good looking, every hair … Read more News Flash! Ken and Barbie Aren’t Real!
When You Fight, Point the Fire Extinguisher in the Right Direction
Fred and Alice (not their real names) came into my office because they had been fighting over Fred’s failure to let Alice know when he would be home from work. … Read more When You Fight, Point the Fire Extinguisher in the Right Direction
Things I Would Tell My Newly Married Self
I have done a lot of premarital counseling, and I’ve found it to be both enjoyable and frustrating. Enjoyable, because you get the opportunity to walk with a couple and … Read more Things I Would Tell My Newly Married Self
If You Love Them, Prove It
When the couple walked into my counseling office, it was obvious things were not good between them. Their heads were down, there were very little pleasantries offered, they chose opposite … Read more If You Love Them, Prove It
Has Your Marriage Lost the Magic?
It was late at night, and I was sick. It felt like someone had poured concrete in my head and chest. I had a sharp, hacking cough that sounded like … Read more Has Your Marriage Lost the Magic?
Take A Stand In Your Marriage.
I was listening to a Willie Nelson CD on the way to work the other day. The CD is entitled “To All The Girls.” (I highly recommend it, if you’re … Read more Take A Stand In Your Marriage.
Night Owls, Morning Glories, and Minding the Gap
I’m a morning glory. Apart from the bed-head and stiff joints, mornings are the best part of my day. In the morning, I’m rested, my mind is clear, things are … Read more Night Owls, Morning Glories, and Minding the Gap
What if Marriage Were Simpler?
Marriage starts off so simple. There’s you, your spouse, a place to live, a job to go to, and free time together. But as time goes on, marriage gets more … Read more What if Marriage Were Simpler?
The Crowded Marriage.
Let’s start by stating the obvious…it’s been a little over 8 months since I have posted to Normal Marriage. I realized this when, on a trip back home, I ran … Read more The Crowded Marriage.