Dates are harder to make happen than we’d like to admit. There’s the challenge of prioritizing it enough to get it on the calendar, and then actually figuring out all the details and logistics, like finding a sitter. Another challenge is deciding what …
Below are five small ways to celebrate your relationship this Valentine’s Day (or any day of the year), because your relationship is worth a little extra effort today. 1. Take pictures: Throughout most moments of the day, you probably have your …
A brief synopsis on what happens every year on Valentine’s Day and what you can do this year to make it better than ever. 1. This year you will open up and communicate to your partner what you want for Valentine’s Day, figuratively and literally. It’s …
National Marriage Week is quickly approaching! At PREPARE/ENRICH, we recognize and understand the importance of building strong marriages—and not just during this designated week in February. We understand the positive impact that marriage has on indiv…
Roger and Barb’s Story I had been in a motorcycle accident as a young man, and with a cast on both arms and one leg had to move back in with my parents to heal. My mom worked in a small snack bar and when she told the story of her broken son to a […]
The snow has fallen, wool socks have been pulled out of storage, fire places have been lit, winter is here and it has plateaued: don’t let your relationship do the same. Here’s the thing about complacency, it’s a natural part of a relationship’s journey, but it can be avoided. Leading up to National Marriage Week, […]
You know what? Weddings are expensive. The beautiful venue, delicious food, trendy entertainment, stunning dress, personalized invitations, crafty decorations, photographer with the perfect eye, adorable favors, so on and so forth, it adds up. I spent just over $20,000 on my (small) wedding years ago and comparing that to others, turns out it was inexpensive! […]