Vote of Confidence

phrase of vote

1. a vote showing that a majority continues to support the policy of a leader or governing body.

Would you vote "yes" for your marriage if you were to vote today? This may be an easy answer for some of you. For others, this may be a season or time when it would be difficult to answer "yes." This is NORMAL, but if you are on the edge, what are you doing about it?

Today we exercise the freedom to vote, but do we always exercise our freedom to encourage positive change in our relationships and marriages? Or do we "forget" to vote and go on with our day?

Some people may not vote "yes" due to challenges that have developed in their relationship. Many young married’s find differences that feel like a surprise wake up call. When situations go unchecked and are not immediately addressed, challenges can grow into even bigger challenges. Couples married or committed for some time watch concerns grow from a small "annoyance," into something demanding professional help. (For those that seek help - it is a good thing).

Let's face it: no marriage or relationship is perfect, and the time you invest to talk about out these challenges today will pay off in spades for years to come! Let's take an example: the checkbook. Not always a comfortable spot for folks, but one that seems to need addressing on a regular basis. Minor positive adjustments and conversations help keep you on track with your goals, and the dividends (possibly literally) will be built up and return to you in positive numbers!

DATE IDEAS:

1) For today - after you vote, go enjoy a Dairy Queen ice cream cone or apple pie! (That sounds American!) You deserve a reward for exercising your right to vote and exercising your freedom to invest in your spouse or significant other!

2) We have 4 RICHARD MARKS TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR 11/8/2014, 4TH ROW! IF YOU CAN GO WE WILL GIVE THESE AWAY TO 2 COUPLES WHO WANT A FREE DATE ON SATURDAY.

EMAIL: programcoordinator@great-marriages.org if you want them! (First come, first serve.)

3) Don't forget the Sheboygan Service Club event this Saturday Night at the American Club. If you still want to join the fundraising efforts to support Great Marriages, we would appreciate you joining us! Call 920.783.6142 and let us know you want to attend.

CHALLENGE: Take a photo of your date night this week and send it to us. Tell us where you went and what you enjoyed or did not enjoy about it. Rate the restaurant, your favorite dish, you choose!

If you desire new freedom and growth in your marital relationship, go to www.great-marriages for information on our highly successful mentoring programs and classes. Or call our office sat 920.783.6142 and Program Coordinator will be glad to assist you.