Author Archives: RichWildman

One Small Thing

Posted on March 19, 2011 by RichWildman

Regardlesss of what kind of relationship you have with your spouse right now ask yourself what one small thing you could do today to express your love.  Okay, now that you know what it is – do it!!! Ideas Kiss … Continue reading →

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Simple Romance

Posted on March 17, 2011 by RichWildman

Here are some simple romantic ideas. Write notes to each other on the mirror using a dry erase marker. Write little love notes or notes of encouragement on Post-it notes and put them places your spouse will find. Pick some … Continue reading →

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Whatever Works

Posted on March 15, 2011 by RichWildman

During our separation, but also even now in striving to maintain and improve our marriage, I have come to the conclusion that I need to take all that I am learning and figure out what works for our marriage to … Continue reading →

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Devotions: What Scriptures Do You Know?

Posted on March 14, 2011 by RichWildman

Last night for our devotions we each shared scripture from memory. We realize that there could come a time in our lives either in this nation or traveling to another nation that we might not have access to our Bibles, … Continue reading →

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Love Never Fails

Posted on March 13, 2011 by RichWildman

During our separation I often reminded myself of 1 Cor 13:8 (NIV) – Love never fails. Over and over I asked myself what is the loving thing to do in this situation today with Sharon – whether we were together, … Continue reading →

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Top Couples Therapy Advice Blogs

Posted on March 10, 2011 by RichWildman

I thought this was an interesting list of  couples therapy advice blogs. Some are Christian, some secular. I have not had time to review every one, but I see several that I do respect. http://www.mastersinpsychology.net/making-it-work-top-25-couples-therapy-advice-blogs

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Elephant in Room Divorce Article

Posted on March 7, 2011 by RichWildman

I thought this was a good article in a secular publication asking some very insightful questions about our divorce culture. Even in the church I am afraid that at least some people haven’t asked these questions enough to themselves before … Continue reading →

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Do Something!

Posted on March 1, 2011 by RichWildman

We often teach struggling couples new communication tools to help with their marriage. Our training method is very interactive – we model the tool and then have them practice it themselves. They often report that what we taught them was … Continue reading →

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Practical Considerations for Wedding Ring During Separation

Posted on February 1, 2011 by RichWildman

I know I have heavily emphasized wearing your wedding ring during separation and I do strongly believe that is important, however, I realize that there are practical considerations where some may not believe that is best to do 24/7. For … Continue reading →

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Bumps in the Road after Reconciliation

Posted on February 1, 2011 by RichWildman

By God’s grace we had a dramatic reconciliation after a 16-month separation. At that time, just like honeymoon time after our wedding, it seemed like nothing in the  past would hold us back. Well, from time to time some of … Continue reading →

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