joeywenningMay 72 minSacrifice and loveMother’s Day is tomorrow in case anyone needs that reminder! I was joking with my husband that I finally knew what I wanted for Mother’s...
joeywenningMar 302 minWhat are you choosing that’s not your spouse?Have you ever thought about how many options we have to choose from today? You can drive through downtown and notice a strip of...
joeywenningDec 7, 20213 minGiving without cost“Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.” Matthew 10:8 This verse, a new favorite, has been cycling in my mind over...
joeywenningOct 23, 20213 minA.R.E. you there for me?If you’ve been following my blog posts for a while, you’ll notice the emphasis I put on connection and vulnerability. While traditional...
joeywenningSep 13, 20212 minBeauty in the brokennessI was sitting outside while the kids played on the swing set. I didn’t want to be - I felt checked out. My mind was preoccupied with...
joeywenningJul 21, 20212 minHardness of heart“How blessed is the man who fears always, but he who hardens his heart will fall into calamity.”(Proverbs 28:14) One, of several,...
joeywenningMay 15, 20212 minSummer loveAfter I wrote this post, this title came to mind and it made me think of the song, “Summer Nights” from the musical, “Grease”. There’s...
joeywenningMar 31, 20213 minHave you been like Judas?We’re officially in Holy Week and quickly approaching Easter. As we continue to prepare for Our Lord’s Passion and Resurrection, I’ve...
joeywenningJan 30, 20213 minThe value of wasting timeIt was 6am and the baby was awake. I brought her downstairs, tiptoeing as to not wake up any of the other kids. I made coffee and sat by...
joeywenningNov 17, 20203 minScience + Faith = Winning ComboWe're taught to believe that our hope needs to be in either science or faith. We're even encouraged at times to keep the two separate,...
joeywenningSep 14, 20202 minHow to know when you should seek marriage counselingSeeking marriage or couples counseling is a big decision. It’s not uncommon for a couple to try counseling as a “last ditch effort”...
joeywenningAug 13, 20202 minSubstance use and relationship distressAs we continue to adjust to our current situation with covid-19, I’m sure you’ve been aware of the increase in substance use. Substance...
joeywenningJul 6, 20202 minWhy do couples get divorced? What’s the number one reason couples get divorced? This is a question I’m often asked by both couples I’m working with and acquaintances...
joeywenningJun 3, 20202 minI’m baaaaack! Let’s talk bonding. I’m officially back to work following my maternity leave. For the last few weeks I keep thinking, I should write another blog post. I...
joeywenningMar 12, 20202 minWhen doing “nothing” is exactly what’s needed Being a mother of 4, I read a lot of children’s books. Some good, some not so good. This particular night though my little guy brought me...
joeywenningFeb 23, 20202 minHow to make lent work for your marriage The season of lent is just around the corner. For those of you unfamiliar with lent, it is a period of 40 days leading up to Easter...
joeywenningJan 18, 20202 minIs dependency in a marriage healthy? The word dependency has gotten a bad reputation. From addiction counselors and family therapists labeling it as “codependency” or...
joeywenningJan 4, 20202 minAre you screaming to be heard? It was happening again. Bob and Peggy were standing in the kitchen, both voices increasingly getting louder. Peggy: "I can't believe you...
joeywenningDec 22, 20192 minWhat the movie “Prancer” can teach us about relationships It’s that time of year again when there’s more Christmas movies our family wants to watch then days in December! Today’s pick was...
joeywenningDec 13, 20192 minFalling “in love” all over again “I love you but I’m not in love with you”. Have you ever said or thought this in your relationship? This is a phrase I’ve heard numerous...