When you hear the word “dating,” you probably think of it within the context of pursuing a spouse. Dinner and a movie, small talk, and sorting through the pros and cons of potential lifelong suitors. Dating is not only for single folks looking for a spouse though. In fact, that’s just the beginning. Marriage and
I can’t put my finger on why it is exactly, but my husband always lifts my spirit and makes my day. Literally, I could be having the worst day in the history of worst days, and all I need is a little dose of the hubs. On the happiest, brightest of days, he still manages
Simply Nesting by Ashley McIlwain It can be tough to turn something you are good at into something profitable, especially when also balancing being a wife and mom. That’s exactly what my friend and entrepreneur, Sara Larsen has done though. Having a knack for being creative and crafty, Sara decided to take her God-given gifts
Interview with Tenley Molzahn by Ashley McIlwain Most of us know her as the sweet, fun, and lively girl from the popular television shows, The Bachelor and The Bachelor Pad. Tenley Molzahn captured America’s hearts as she shared her personal journey through heartbreak and healing, all with a contagious smile on her face. She showed
Have you ever heard of someone going on a huge trip somewhere new, exotic, and exciting? Perhaps you have done that yourself. Let’s say though that the person headed out on their big adventure goes without a map, directions, plans, or any idea of the language, currency, weather, etc. of their destination. What if that
Accessory To Life by Ashley McIlwain It first caught my eye because it was simply beautiful and unique. I really had never seen anything like it, and I had to know more about it. Where did it come from? How could I get one? Who made it? Little did I know that its outer beauty
Attention all of you who are single, dating or engaged, newly married, happily married, or in a struggling marriage! Foundation Restoration is the perfect place for you to come to “help your relationships thrive!” Each of you will find our website provides access to a variety of valuable resources all aimed at promoting healthy relationships.
Forgiven to Forgive by Ashley McIlwain It’s easy to get caught up in the commercial side of holidays like Easter. Easter egg hunts, Easter bunny, candy, baskets, and egg coloring contests. All of these things are fun, but they are taking over what Easter is really all about … an incredible story of salvation. Easter
Combating “Superwoman” Syndrome By Ashley McIlwain Clean the house. Do the laundry. Iron. Call my family. Reply to emails. Run to the bank. Pick up groceries. Stop by the post office. Run a company. Work another part time job. Go to small group. Serve at the church. Make dinner. Give my husband my best. And
God’s Blueprint for Relationships by Ashley McIlwain It can be extremely difficult figuring out the right approach to dating and the pursuit of a spouse. These days it seems all rules have gone out the window for who calls who, who pays for the date, and who controls the tempo of the relationship. With
