by Susanne M. Alexander | Jun 5, 2017 | Communication, Marriage Preparation, Spirituality
I have done no postings to my blog in recent months for a variety of reasons. It has been a time of deep reflection about my life, service, and helping others. I have been: Responding to and re-balancing after the passing of my mother in October at age 90. Evaluating...
by Susanne M. Alexander | Feb 29, 2016 | Marriage, Marriage Preparation
Can a marriage last? Yes, there is hope for marriage: It truly is possible to succeed. You are likely exploring the idea or reality of marriage at a time when marriage is often devalued, and cohabitation and divorce seem common. It is likely that friends or family...
by Susanne M. Alexander | May 16, 2015 | Character, Communication, Dating, Family, Marriage Preparation, Uncategorized
When I travel, I occasionally pick up a light-reading romance novel that I can leave behind in airplanes or hotels. After reading one, I notice I am feeling resistant to the popular notion of “instant relationships”. It is the norm in these books for the couple to be...
by Susanne M. Alexander | Jan 15, 2014 | Communication, Family, Marriage, Marriage Preparation
Family unity is vitally important for fellowship, stability, and maintaining a happy marriage. I encourage couples to practice the character qualities of respect and flexibility in building relationships with their potential or actual in-laws. If you fight about or...
