Marriage

A Little Bit of Sleep Goes a Long Way

Sleep.

Glorious sleep. A little bit of sleep goes a long way, doesn't it?

This morning I slept in. Well, if you can consider 8am sleeping in. For me, it was three extra hours of glorious, awesome, peaceful sleep.

I really needed it and truth be told, I could use a nap while I'm typing these very words. I've been in such deprivation of lengthy, uninterrupted sleep for months. It's really taken a toll on this mama who thrives best on 8 hours of sleep each night.

Sleep can make such a difference in our emotional and ...

Published in Faith, Family Fun, Health & Fitness, Marriage, Motherhood, Prayer, Writing
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I Really Need You to Know…I’m Not Perfect

by Rosann Cunningham

Today I had an emotional meltdown. In front of my friends.

Lately I feel off and I can't put my finger on what the problem is. Perhaps I'm under some sort of spiritual attack. Maybe it's just burnout. Or even just a healthy dose of self-condemnation; way too much guilt being piled onto my heart.

Wiping tears from my eyes I blurted out the words:

"I'm not supposed to be this way!"

"I'm supposed to be stronger!"

"I'm supposed to have it all together!"

Am I really "supposed" to ...

Published in Faith, Homemaking, Marriage, Motherhood, Writing
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How to Write a Love Letter to Your Husband

by Rosann Cunningham

Have you ever written a love letter to your husband?

With Valentine's Day approaching, I thought writing about how to write a love letter to your husband might be just the do-something-special-for-him inspiration you (and I) need.

I realize men and women are different in the kind of gifts they like to receive from one another, but I honestly believe everyone enjoys reading heartfelt words of affirmation from their spouse. My husband wrote a love letter to me a few years ago and it's one of my most sentimental marital treasures, next to my wedding ring.

You ...

Published in Marriage, Writing
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Why Being Intimate With Your Husband is So Important

by Rosann Cunningham

**Disclaimer: If you're offended by discussion related to sex, intimacy, physical contact, or affection with a spouse, this is your official warning to click away. I've chosen to write a post of this nature because I believe our spouse is a gift from God and the Lord's desire is for husband and wife to experience intimate pleasure with one another. When we lovingly engage in intimacy with our spouse we are indeed glorifying God. **

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I'll confess, I'm not always the perfect wife when it comes to being intimate with my husband. I've been known to fail at making ...

Published in Marriage
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Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Family Fun

by Rosann Cunningham

The first quarter of the year is always a bit tight for us, financially.

Between paying off Christmas debt, setting money aside for our Anniversary (we just celebrated 11 years!), and planning for the upcoming tax season, we find ourselves trying to make our every dime stretch to the max.

So with Valentine's Day rapidly approaching, this year we are sort of viewing it as just another Hallmark holiday from an expense standpoint.

Of course, my daughter will be taking Valentine treats in to her class for their Valentine's Day party, but beyond that we aren't pouring much money into ...

Published in Family Fun, Marriage, Motherhood
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Valentine’s Mega Giveaway Coming Soon!

by Rosann Cunningham

Several bloggers and myself are sharing our appreciation of your support by bringing you a Valentine's Mega Giveaway where one fortunate individual will take home the love.

I'm so excited to announce that "some" of the companies represented are:

Lilla Rose Origami Owl Blessings Unlimited Young Essential Oils Deborah & Co. UnEmployed Faith Wise Woman Consulting Blog Critique Generation Cedar Store

We are blessed to represent such wonderful companies that ...

Published in Announcements, Featured Reviews & Shout Outs, Health & Fitness, Homemaking, Marriage, Motherhood
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“I Love You” – More Than Just Words…

by Rosann Cunningham

He tells me all the time that I'm so good to him.

"I'm so blessed to have you for my wife," he whispers, hugging me.

Yet I struggle to believe it.

More often than not, I'm focused on the kids or the task at hand instead of him. I'm constantly busy with this or that.

I'm a mom, a wife, a friend, a writer, a blogger, a homemaker, a daughter, a sister, encourager, and a passionate follower of Christ.

There are days when juggling all of it seems so overwhelming. So I struggle to feel like I'm loving him well. ...

Published in Homemaking, Marriage
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My Children Are More Awesome Than Yours…

by Rosann Cunningham

Now now, don't throw rotten tomatoes at me for saying that! Hear me out...

We all think our children are pretty awesome, right? Come on, you know you are one proud parent!

Have you ever had the thought cross your mind that your children are better than so and so's because you've done such a good job raising them this far?

Let's be honest.

I'm over here raising my hand.

I've totally had those thoughts cross my mind. I've also been one to hold high expectations of my first born because she is so mentally mature for her age. ...

Published in Featured Reviews & Shout Outs, Homemaking, Marriage, Motherhood, Parenting
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How My Husband Saved My Life

by Rosann Cunningham

Marriage should be honored by all...

~ Hebrews 13:4

He was the man of my dreams.

I had finally found Mr. Right, and that night so burned into my memory, he couldn't breathe. He was doubled over on his hands and knees gasping for air.

I rushed him to the hospital, tears staining my cheeks.

He was admitted that evening and was soon transferred to the ICU unit at Cedar Sinai Medical Center.

His diagnosis? Cardiomyopathy. In short - a weak heart muscle. He was lucky to have gotten to the hospital when he did. His ...

Published in Faith, Marriage
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