Compares the transitional cycles of marriage to those of nature, describes the attitudes and emotions of each season, and offers seven strategies that enable couples to enhance and improve their marital relationship.
RusticWeddingChic.com is the number one online resource for rustic & country weddings. Rustic weddings are the hottest alternative to the traditional hotel ballroom, allowing couples to make their day more personal. Maggie Lord, founder of RusticWeddingChic.com shares inspiration, ideas and advice on planning a rustic and country wedding. Get an insider’s look at real weddings set in rustic locations, country and farm destinations, and backyard venues, all with an independent, eco-friendly and creative approach. Rustic Wedding Chic is also the inspiration for a collection of rustic wedding favors and goods from Whispering Pines.
"[A] renowned chef ... Barber explores the evolution of American food from the "first plate," or industrially-produced, meat-heavy dishes, to the "second plate" of grass-fed meat and organic greens, and says that both of these approaches are ultimately neither sustainable nor healthy. Instead, Barber proposes Americans should move to the "third plate," a cuisine rooted in seasonal productivity, natural livestock rhythms, whole-grains, and small portions of free-range meat"--Provided by publisher.
In this charming book, Mary Norden shows how elegant details can make your wedding a memorable occasion. Five main sections focus on the essential elements of any wedding reception: table decor, flowers, favors, keepsakes and finishing touches. Interspersed with these sections are five very different wedding themes—Classic, Contemporary, Floral, Romantic and Country—each one packed with an array of ideas ranging from the exquisitely pretty to the coolly chic. Nothing is complicated—all of the details are fresh and pleasing, simple yet sophisticated, and are guaranteed to enchant and impress your guests. Wedding Details will help you make your wedding a magical, marvelous and truly special occasion.
A Good Marriage Begins with God. It is our natural tendency to seek personal happiness and satisfaction in marriage. We often give our own needs, wants, and goals first priority. But what is God's design for our marriages? With clarity and conviction, Christopher Ash turns us away from marriage for ourselves and toward marriage in the service of God. With practical applications for everyday life, Ash shows us God's purposes and patterns for every part of the marriage relationship. By realigning our hopes, expectations, and goals for marriage according to the Bible, we will discover the deep joy and lasting fulfillment that comes from a God-centered marriage.
Everything you need to know before your her big day! From one dude to another, the advice in Dude, You're Getting Married! will get you laughing and help you get your s**t together before the big day. From feigning interest in table linens to trimming down the guest list (without uninviting everyone on your side) to organizing a wild, yet fiancee-approved, bachelor party, Pfeiffer makes sure you won't get scarred in the minefield of wedding planning. While the months leading up to the big day can be filled with meltdowns and screaming matches, Dude, You're Getting Married! will be there to ensure that you make it to the altar in one piece.
This insightful and inspiring book reveals the "7 Secrets" necessary for any couple to experience lasting intimacy and passion in their marriage. If you want to know what it takes to be married for 10, 20 or 30 years and still be passionately in love with your spouse, this is the book that you must have. You will learn: The "3 Daily Habits" that will instantly ignite passion in your marriage; The "Cure for Conflict" which will eliminate arguments with your partner; The 3 Purposes of Marriage and how to fulfill them; The Secret Technique to impactfully sharing your feelings with your spouse; The 4 Dimensions needed for "Total Sexual Fulfillment"; The 3 Levels of Romance and much, much more! What you don't know could be hurting your marriage - but after learning these "7 Secrets," you too will be able to say, "I'm married and loving it." I GUARANTEE IT - if you don't learn something to enhance your marriage, I'll buy the book back!
Lists practical and lighthearted tips for planning a wedding while minimizing stress levels, sharing real-world advice on everything from selecting the best location and organizing attendants to coordinating wedding accessories and problem-solving. Original. 40,000 first printing.