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Ashley Durand

Ashley Durand

Ashley Durand is a freelance writer, wife and stay-at-home mom. She graduated from Grace College and Theological Seminary with a B.S. in Journalism. She  lives in Michigan with her husband and son, where she enjoys hiking, sun-soaking and coffee-drinking.

A woman sits on the couch with here back turned to her husband, arms crossed in front of her chest with an annoyed look on her face. Her husband sits with his back turned to her with his chin on his hands as if frustrated. After being married for a while, your spouse’s patterns can turn from cute quirks to annoying habits. Knowing how to cope is important.

Coping With Your Spouse’s Annoying Habit

After being married for a while, your spouse’s patterns can turn from cute quirks to annoying habits. Figuring out how to cope so that you don’t become highly critical of your spouse is important.

A photo of a man hiding a bouquet of roses and a gift box behind his back as a surprise for Valentine's Day.

25 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Spouse

It’s not always easy to find the right gift for your spouse. We’re here to help with a list of Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him or her. Check it out!

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How to Encourage Your Spouse Out of His or Her Comfort Zone

There are many reasons your spouse may be hesitant to leave the familiar and try something new — even if they really want to.

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Why Marital Counseling Is Helpful — Even When Your Marriage Isn’t in a Crisis

If your marriage isn’t going as well as you had hoped, here are a few reasons that marital counseling may be a good idea — even if you’re not thinking of calling it quits.

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How To Make ‘Couple’ Friends With Your Spouse

When my husband and I were newlyweds, we longed for “couple” friends. After two big moves, we’ve had a little practice at forming friendships. Here are a few things we’ve learned.

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How To Choose a Church With Your Spouse

Consider the following strategies to learn how to choose a church with your spouse.