Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Secret To A Great Marriage Isn't Communication

It's contempt.
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Apr. 21, 2026
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The Secret To My Great Marriage Isn't Communication. It's Contempt.

“After 13 years and four kids, I ditched the therapy-speak and "I" statements,” writes Alice A. Lemee. “Turns out, a little affectionate contempt goes a long way.”

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Friday, April 17, 2026

Tina Avila's New Blog Post/Podcast Episode

This week's blog post and podcast episode: "Holy and Lowly" Most of us are not at rock bottom, but we’re not exactly desperate for God either. Somewhere in that comfortable middle, pride can keep us from the very repentance and restoration our souls need. What would it look like to s‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
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Enter To Win A Dream Vacation To Walt Disney World® Resort

If you’re already thinking about how to make this summer extra special for your kids, this might be the moment you’ve been waiting for.
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Apr. 17, 2026
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