5 Ways To Think the Best Of Your Spouse

Jill: I lose my sunglasses. Every. Single. Pair. Mark: I forget to lock the doors at night. Jill: I’m imperfect and I am married to an imperfect human being. How we think about that imperfection makes all the difference in the world. Mark: Some of the most...

There’s Another Woman In My Son’s Life

“Mom, will you run up to the mall with me Sunday after church? I’ve narrowed my wedding attire down to two different suits and I’d like to have your thoughts.” I indicated that I’d be happy to do that, fully aware that he has taken the...

The Power of NonSexual Touch In Your Marriage

Mark: It was quite a few years ago when I first heard the phrase, “nonsexual touch.” I thought, “You’re kidding me. Those two words don’t even belong in the same sentence!” Jill: I remember Mark’s reaction to it. I craved non-sexual touch, but it seemed that Mark only...

Are You Looking Through “The World of Me” Lens?

Mark: Jill and I were teaching a No More Perfect Marriages seminar a week ago, and it was such a powerful event. My favorite part was when we had people stand representing how many years they had been married. Of the nearly 200 people in attendance, nearly 30 couples...

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Welcome KTIS listeners!  We’re so glad you’ve stopped by! Here are some additional resources you may find helpful! You can sign up for the FREE No More Perfect Marriages eChallenge by clicking the graphic!  Looking to pick up a book? You can find that...

Can Kindness Change A Marriage?

Mark: Jill and I have begun the behind-the-scenes work for our new No More Perfect Date Night site.  This new resource–coming in late April–will allow you invest in your marriage without hiring a sitter or leaving your house! More info to come!)  One of...

Sunrise Sunset

Last night I had hoped to make a trip to Springfield to be at our granddaughter’s school concert but I just didn’t have the energy for the two hour round trip after my second shoulder surgery on Tuesday (I had developed adhesions after my first rotator...

Why Did I Get Married?

Mark: Jill and I were talking about marriage the other day with some friends.  He said, “You know I think most of us get married for the wrong reason.”  I asked him to explain. Jill: He went on to say that if we’re honest most of us get married to have our needs met....

I’d Love For You To Join Me!

One of the best parts of what I get to do as a speaker is meet so many wonderful people. January and February have been quiet months for us. It was a perfect window of time for me to rotator cuff repair surgery.  Unfortunately my body seems to scar internally a little...

My Secret Weapon When Traveling With Kids

It doesn’t matter if you’re driving across town or taking a long road trip to Grandma’s house, every parent needs a secret weapon for those moments when the little ones are fussy. When my kids were younger, my secret weapon was bubbles. In the car....