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By Ashley McIlwain
When we think of affairs, we have a certain thought as to what that means and looks like. Typically it involves at least one spouse seeking intimacy, oftentimes physical, outside of the marriage. There is one affair though that happens much more frequently, is extremely dangerous, and yet, …

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By Ashley McIlwain
Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us. Feel free to let out a romantic sigh, frustrated grunt, or any other noise that corresponds with your outlook on this pink-painted, love-dovey day of chocolate and candy. The thing is, regardless of how you feel about Valentine’s Day, it’s a great …

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By Ricinda Perry
Anybody else get a dose of this here and there?  I’m not sure if it was the upswing in work, getting back into my health kick-sugar detox, new community needs, or a combination of it all, but I got hit with a good dose of irritability. It came …

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By Ashley McIlwain
I’m going to get very honest and candid with you. I struggle with major feelings of inadequacy. Spanning from my work to my friendships to my marriage, I constantly battle the feeling that I fall so short of what I should be. That I’m a complete failure and …

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By Coleen York
When something is wrong I have the tendency to keep to myself. I hole up in my room, close the door, and create my very own personal pain closet. Whether it’s an argument, an emotional day, or a shameful feeling, my instinct is to ferret away and shack …

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By Carol McIlwain
Ahhhh……..Valentine’s Day.  A day devoted to the one you love, usually involving chocolate.  What started out as a simple gesture has morphed into an event of gigantic proportions:   lavish cards, expensive gifts, and destination celebrations.  Now, don’t get me wrong.  Those are all great ways to celebrate, but …

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By Steve McIlwain
Hubs here.
First of all, this is not about babies.  It’s more about “What About Bob?”  A new year has arrived.  With it comes the hopes and dreams of a new you; a healthier lifestyle, better relationships, kick bad habits, learn something new.  New Year’s resolutions abound in countless …

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By Trisha Davis
Foreword by Ashley McIlwain
Justin & Trisha Davis just released a new book that you’re going to want to get your hands on . . . that is, if you are ready to join the movement away from an ordinary marriage.
It’s called Beyond Ordinary.
In this beautifully written book, Justin …

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By Ashley McIlwain
I was watching one of the popular New Year’s Eve shows while awaiting midnight, and something struck me as interesting. The network was telling its viewers to weigh in on what they wanted more of in 2013. Hands down the leading choice was to spend more time with …

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By Dr. Jeff Klick
I am not referring to survival, though that may very well be at stake, I am referring to focus. Have we stepped back from our marriages and asked why God wanted us to do this in the first place? Why did God come up with the idea …