http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/newlyweds-blog.html This Newlyweds Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the advice-for-newlyweds.com Web site. Subscribe here. en-us advice for newlyweds Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:21:35 GMT Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:21:35 GMT advice-for-newlyweds.com http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/easy-recipes.html Running out of dinner ideas? Here are some easy recipes that are sure to become flavorful favorites... Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:21:34 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marital-advice.html So... you're fairly newly married and would love some marital advice... great! This is not uncommon, as even people who've been married for <em>eons</em> still need solid advice from time to time. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:08:28 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/advice-for-newlyweds.html Advice for Newlyweds... quite the broad topic I'd say! If you're a newlywed searching for some advice, you've come to the right place. In my wedded experience of nearly 3 years, here is what I have Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:01:27 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/questions-to-ask-before-marriage-3.html Getting married without first asking yourself these questions to ask before marriage would not be a good idea! Take a look at these questions... Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:12:39 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/defense-of-marriage-act-2.html Many gay people and their family members, people who support gay marriage rights, and people involved with the Human Rights movement have said that the Defense of Marriage Act is "unconstitutional" (a Fri, 23 Mar 2012 03:03:23 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/defense-of-marriage-act.html The Defense of Marriage Act can be tricky to understand - what is it all about anyways, and why does Wikipedia use such legal-ese language when trying to explain it? Here's the dumbed-down version! Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:45:17 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/history-of-marriage-2.html In addition to the more "normal" history of marriage, there are some unusual types of marriage whose history also deserves a mention. Below are a couple of them: Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:34 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/history-of-marriage.html You may be surprised to hear these facts about the history of marriage that few people know! Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:28:37 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/united-marriage-encounter.html Recently, Andrew and I attended a United Marriage Encounter marriage retreat weekend together. Here's a review of that weekend to shed some light on it if you're thinking of going to one. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:59:28 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/quotes-on-marriage.html Whether you're looking for quotes on marriage for yourself, for a wedding card, or just for a laugh, here are some of my favorites. Enjoy! Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:51:12 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-retreats.html If you're wondering what marriage retreats are all about, and whether going on one would be beneficial for your marriage, take it from someone who's been on one... me! Here are the basics to know: Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:28:48 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/romantic-proposals.html Romantic proposals are one thing you definitely DON'T want to get wrong. Remember, you probably only have ONE chance at this, so get it right the first time by taking a few pointers from a guy who's Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:30:18 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/creative-marriage-proposals.html Coming up with creative marriage proposals can be a bit tricky. If you're looking to propose in a non-cliche way, here are some ideas that might work for you. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:15:08 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/sex-before-marriage-2.html If you're wondering why some people claim that sex before marriage is wrong, the reason could come across as being slightly cryptic. Here's the info. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:05:31 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/sex-before-marriage.html You've heard the statement that sex before marriage is wrong, but is this a rule for the old-fashioned, or is it actually true? Find out here. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 07:24:23 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/term-life-insurance.html Buying term life insurance can be tricky and confusing. If you're looking for some solid info on it, this article lays it out in simple and easy-to-understand term- good-bye confusion, hello smart p Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:06:36 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-compatibility-test.html Do you and your partner have solid compatibility for marriage? Find out now by taking this quick and easy free marriage compatibility test before tying the knot! Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:45:54 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-compatibility-2.html Getting marriage compatibility RIGHT is hugely important if you want to have a successful marriage! Don't get it wrong - check out this important info FIRST! (Part 2) Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:21:52 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/love-poems-wife.html Guys, are you on the lookout for love poems for your wife? Let me first of all commend you for making the effort to look online for that perfect poem for your wife. As a woman... Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:03:04 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/questions-to-ask-before-marriage.html These questions to ask before marriage should be asked while you are dating someone... and at the VERY latest while you're engaged. If the person you're with isn't "marriage material," then you're wa Sat, 03 Mar 2012 04:41:35 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-conferences.html Some marriage conferences can be a bit overbearing. Make sure you do your homework and figure out what you're in for before commiting your whole weekend! Thu, 24 Nov 2011 11:14:50 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/valentine-proposals.html Some valentine proposals can be pretty tacky… make sure you get it right by checking out these ideas… Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:52:53 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/snowy-proposal-on-grouse-mountain.html Well, Matt did have to take a leak..but it was to get the ring from his backpack! We were snowshoeing to Dam Mountain on Grouse. His parents were supposed Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:16:52 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/advice-for-newlyweds-store.html The Advice for Newlyweds Store is exactly what you need when shopping for a wedding or bridal shower gift? Or need to stock up as a newlywed yourself? Check out this store! Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:55:22 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-poems-2.html Below are a variety of marriage poems. Some of them you could give to your husband or wife; others would be more appropriate to give to a couple getting married. Some would be good for either situat Sun, 02 Oct 2011 03:10:48 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/husband-training-3.html If you'd like husband training to work on your husband, the fact of the matter is that you will need to provide him with the right tools of the trade. "What tools?," you ask? Here's a list to start: Sun, 28 Aug 2011 04:18:14 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/about-me.html How I ended up giving advice for newlyweds, and how I made a website about it. Read my story and let me convince you that you, too, can make your dreams come true! Sun, 07 Aug 2011 08:56:40 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/communication-in-marriage.html Communication in marriage is the "glue" that holds your relationship together. Personally, for Andrew and I it started out long before we were even married as I worked abroad in England for a year. Sun, 07 Aug 2011 08:39:29 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-compatibility.html Getting marriage compatibility RIGHT is hugely important if you want to have a successful marriage! Don't get it wrong - check out this important info FIRST! Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:23:23 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/questions-to-ask-before-marriage-2.html These extra questions to ask before marriage should be asked while you are dating someone... and at the VERY latest while you're engaged. If the person you're with isn't "marriage material," then you Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:21:10 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/how-to-write-love-poems.html The best advice I can give you on how to write love poems is to be original. Everyone (including your loved one!) has seen, and likely had enough of, the "roses are red, violets are blue" variety... Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:14:34 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/marriage-poems.html Need some marriage poems? Whether you're looking for a love poem for your husband or wife, or for another couple's wedding or anniversary, you'll find some fabulous poems here! Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:08:17 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/classic-love-poems.html If you're looking for the best of classic love poems, you've come to the right place. Although there are numerous love poems, the ones below are the ones I've hand-picked because they are... Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:07:28 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/love-poems-husband.html Ladies, do you need some love poems for your husband? Well, you've come to the right place. Whether it's for his birthday card, your anniversary or Valentine's Day, all the poems below are... Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:16:42 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/husband-training.html Wives, this section on husband training is exclusively (and obviously!) for YOU! If you want your husband to help out more around the house, then keep reading! Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:13:12 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/united-marriage-encounter-worst-waste-of-time-ever.html Welcome to Stalag 13. Although there were some good points (nice location, nice weather, time with my wife,(but we spend our weekends together anyways)), Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:30:31 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/salmon-recipes.html Some salmon recipes are tricky and time-consuming. Not this one; It's easy-peasy-Japanesey! 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It is fast-paced and crazy and easy to pack with you wherever you go. We've es Sat, 28 May 2011 08:31:20 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/husband-training-4.html Tired of your bedroom smelling like an outhouse? Time then for a little husband training! First of all, realize that your husband is a MAN, and that men fart - there is NOTHING you can do to change Thu, 26 May 2011 10:31:23 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/husband-training-2.html Wives, a word of caution about husband training... Thu, 26 May 2011 09:07:03 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/pre-marriage-counseling.html Getting married without having had pre marriage counseling is simply not a wise decision. Why? Well, consider the stats: 50% of all marriages end in divorce, and of those that stay togeth Wed, 25 May 2011 07:06:53 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/reading-body-language.html Do a Google search on reading body language, and you'll get a long list of sites that all basically tell you the same things. But how does this help you in your marriage? If you're wondering how you Tue, 24 May 2011 10:18:25 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/improving-listening-skills.html I'm sure you've heard it said a million times that improving listening skills is important. And duh, yes, of <em>course</em> it's important! But... have you ever really thought about how to accompli Tue, 24 May 2011 10:14:13 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/how-to-be-assertive.html The question of how to be assertive in marriage is a tricky one, and can be even more complex if you're a newlywed. Here are some great tips for figuring things out in assertiveness-land... Sun, 22 May 2011 06:17:50 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/cross-cultural-communication.html If you are married to someone from another culture, cross cultural communication may play more into your relationship than you think. Here are some handy tips for making your cross cultural marriage Sun, 22 May 2011 06:08:24 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/conflict-styles.html Whether or not you've given it much thought, conflict styles are a part of every marriage. If you're married, you are bound to have conflict... don't lie and say you and your spouse NEVER fight, disa Sun, 22 May 2011 05:53:34 GMT http://www.advice-for-newlyweds.com/contact.html Comments or questions about my site? Contact me here! Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:10:45 GMT