A new marriage contract: when you can't even spare a few minutes to shave your legs, it's time to lay down the law
Article Abstract:
The points in a satirical contract between husband and wife for defining the limits of weekly private time, are presented. It is initially agreed that a marriage stays healthier if each partner has some private time each week. The contract insures that confusion about private time is at a minimum.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1997
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A giving marriage
Article Abstract:
A wife's selfless Christmas gift to her husband changes his attitude toward gift-giving for the better and does wonders to their rocky marriage. While acknowledging that Christmas is for children, she has since put her husband first ion her gift list.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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The road not taken: it's amazing how just 24 hours away from the kids can add years to the life of a marriage
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A wife describes how taking a yearly trip with her husband and leaving the children behind has helped them to maintain a strong and loving relationship. Time alone allows a couple to rest, be frivolous and enjoy each other's company.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1996
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