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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."

How to Love Two Spouses

By Bret Legg 104| May 20, 2021

No, this post is not about polygamy or sister wives. It’s just that sometimes it can feel like you’re married to two spouses at the same time; the one you … Read more

Signs of Life

By Bret Legg 104| May 13, 2021

I was talking to a friend who is somewhat particular about his yard, and he told me there are two parts of his yard that are his favorite spots. I … Read more

4 Simple Things That Will Improve Sex in Marriage

By Bret Legg 104| May 6, 2021

Maybe you’re in one of those rare marriages where sex is not a problem. Maybe you both agree on the when, where, and how of sex. If so, count yourself … Read more

Where is Your Home…Really?

By Bret Legg 104| April 29, 2021

I was driving to work one morning in a bit of a funk. It had been a long and taxing week and I was just feeling a little…blah! I had … Read more

Not Another Marriage List!

By Bret Legg 104| April 22, 2021

We’ve all seen them. They’re in the magazines that line the grocery store check-out aisles. They’re scattered throughout our social media feeds. They are written by academics, psychologists, and freelance … Read more

A Small Surprise Makes a Big Impact

By Bret Legg 104| April 15, 2021

In the spirit of full disclosure, let me say this is a post I need to take to heart as much as anyone. Just ask my spouse.  A STORY Not … Read more

#30 How to Spot an Immature Spouse

By Bret Legg 104| April 12, 2021

https://bretlegg.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/QC0030-How-to-Spot-an-Immature-Spouse.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download We’re all a little immature when we get married. It’s ok to be immature when you get married, but it’s not ok … Read more

How to Spot an Immature Spouse

By Bret Legg 104| April 8, 2021

  This is my wedding photo. When I look at this photo, I can’t help but notice how young and immature I was. I was only 21 years old. I … Read more

UPS Can Clear Up Your Communication

By Bret Legg 104| April 1, 2021

IT’S NOT A LACK OF COMMUNICATION You’ve heard it a million times. “Communication is the key to a good marriage.” This cliché statement has caused many an eye-roll in marriage, … Read more

The One Thing No Spouse Wants To Deal With

By Bret Legg 104| March 25, 2021

No one wants them. We try to avoid them. But if you’re married, you can’t avoid them. So we skirt them and try to spend as little time as possible … Read more