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Marriage Is Not a "Beer Gut" Pass!

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Is a beer gut ever OK during marriage? Think Again! Remaining in shape is more than just a question of being attractive to your partner, it’s about remaining healthy for the rest of your life. But according to Psychology Today, July 20, 2019 issue, a woman’s average rating for the “built” male body type in terms of sexual  attractiveness  (on a scale of 1 to 9) was 6.9. This was the highest rating for attractiveness out of 6 body types. When couples marry, they sometimes become complacent and “let themselves go.” Men are visual people and often judge their wives more harshly pertaining to body weight  increase. However, falling into unhealthy habits and out of shape is often times an equal endeavor! If you don’t want to look back in five years at your wedding photos and not recognize the happy couple, here are some great tips to stay in shape for each other after you’ve said “I do”: 1.   Learn how to cook healthy meals. Healthy plant-based meals will assist in remaining in

The Perfect Valentine's Day For Your Beautiful Wife

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February 14th is around the corner, and as a husband, don’t get caught without a plan. Like a birthday, Valentine’s Day arrives every year at the same time. By giving you an early heads up gentlemen there is no excuse. There will be suggestions here for all ‘pocket levels’ but nonetheless thoughtful, classy and special. Here are 10 ways to make your wife feel like #1 and avoid a catastrophic day. You may even get an evening to remember in return! Please be open to learning what is important to women. Always remember that they do not think and act as you do. The biggest thing wives are seeking in marriage is connection. Feeling connected to you fills her heart. 1.     The first and most important suggestion is to avoid the following 2 statements when talking to your wife about this occasion: “Valentine’s Day is designed for women only” AND “Valentine’s Day is every day. I don’t need a special day to give you flowers and candy.”   While both statements maybe be true, wives w

Never Marry For Love

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The average man knows very little about a woman. He may know how to charm her, initiate conversation, pay her compliments, buy her gifts and tell her everything he believes she wants to hear. When that woman becomes enamored with said man, he wants to experience her sexually and/or he falls in love. If he is the marrying type, he will try not to make waves, do all the right things for her (or so he believes), such as to remembering her birthday and their “first date” anniversary if he is lucky. He does all of this in the hopes that she will end up being a woman he can take home to Mom and one day marry. He convinces himself that love will conquer all and this woman will be his partner for life. She will not be the next casualty of war. She will be the ONE who works out this time and not leave with his kids and/or half of his stuff. That guy knows nothing about women or what they really desire in a man. He “gets the girl” but hangs on by a wing and a prayer that she sta

A Gentleman's Guide To Affection In Early Dating

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Many relationships begin with various forms of physical touch, from a quick kiss on the cheek to full blown sexual intercourse on a first date. However for a gentleman who is serious about dating and finding his potential wife, affection must be approached very carefully and respectfully. The goal is for your love interest, "Lady A," to always feel safe, cared for and unpressured whenever she is in your presence. Here are some important guidelines for physical touch and intimacy during the first 2-3 months of dating "Lady A": Hand-holding during months 1-3 is quite acceptable, safe and allows you to measure a woman's receptiveness of a physical gesture. If Lady A interlaces her fingers or wraps them around yours, she is open to the gesture.  If  Lady A pulls her hand away, do not pursue it again for at least another 3 weeks.  This doesn't mean a rejection of you; some women are extra shy regarding public displays of affection. If after 3 months

Qualities Consistent With A Great Husband: Part 2

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If you are a single man who is tired of being single, and wants to be the best husband to his future wife, or a married man who aspires to be a great husband to his forever wife…this blog is for you. Let this (continued) list of solid principles guide your marriage, family, and life. Please see the previous blog for the first set.   13. Forgiveness Together with his wife he sets standards for their marriage. If his wife faulters, he is not vengeful. He doesn’t record and look back on all her past transgressions. He knows how to forgive, forget, and truly move forward. If it is a serious transgression (infidelity, deceit, addiction, physical harm, etc.), he takes active steps to incorporate professional help or pastoral advisement.   14. Principled His behavior is just, and he is governed by a set of principles. He departs from malevolence, deceit and corruption. He holds himself accountable for his own behavior and blames no one, especially not his wife. His children ha

Qualities Consistent With A Great Husband: Part 1

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If you are a single man who is tired of being single, and wants to be the best husband to his future wife, or a married man who aspires to be a great husband to his forever wife…this blog is for you. Let this list of solid principles guide your marriage, family, and life. 1.     Affectionate He gives his wife the affection she desires. He kisses, embraces her and holds her hand. He is sweet and romantic to her no matter how many years have passed.     2. Leadership He is reliable, takes initiative, and knows how to guide and lead a family. His wife never feels lost or alone because he is at the helm offering guidance, protection and assistance with the family. He is an active father and good role model for his children.     3. Loyalty He is faithful to his wife physically and emotionally. He doesn’t flirt with other women. He is fearful of losing his wife. He understands that what he does while not in his wife’s presence is more indicative of his loyalty to her.