Zach and I went with a group of friends to see "Fireproof" on Saturday. My thoughts on the movie:
It was a little cheezy and the acting was pretty bad. I also thought it was a tad one-sided, indicating that it is mostly the husband's responsibility to change the tone of a marriage. However, that may have just been because of this specific plot.
BUT- once you get past that, the wisdom that is offered to married couples is much-needed in today's society. It serves as a reminder that marriages are often idealized into someting that was never intended by God. It's a reminder that marriages can't be successful without patience and selflessness... two things I need to work on badly.
All that to say, Zach and I have decided to embark on this 40-day journey... The Love Dare. 
Here's is what is on the back of the book...
"Unconditional love is eagerly promised at weddings, but rarely practiced in real life. As a result, romantic hopes are often replaced with disappointment in the home. But it doesn't have to stay that way.
The Love Dare is a 40-day challenge for husbands and wives to understand and practice unconditional love. Whether your marriage is hanging on by a thread or healthy and strong, The Love Dare is a journey you need to take. It's time to learn the keys to finding true intimacy and developing a dynamic marriage. Take the dare!"
Well, Zach and I are FAR from "hanging on by a thread," but we are also far from perfect. So, today- we're on Day 1. Our challenge today is avoiding saying anything negative to your spouse. So far, so good. :)
I'm eager to see what the next 39 days bring!
6 comments:
Bry and I are in the middle of the Love Dare. It is such an awesome book! I am learning so much about myself and our relationship. It has really opened my eyes to a lot of things that I need to work on! Good luck on your "dares"!
Don's company publishes the Love Dare, so I fully support EVERYONE and ANYONE to go out and buy it. In fact buy them as Christmas gifts! ha ha.
I would love to have a copy of that too. Just because you have been married 35 years doesn't mean that you don't still need to work at it. Sounds good.
I want to get it : ). Right away. We aren't hanging on by a thread...but our tree is!
This movie never played any where near us but I did want to see it. Although, cheesy scripts do drive me crazy!
Liz,
What is up??? Your life looks great and your pictures are amazing!!! Do you travel?? Garrett and I are in Nashville now and I have been following your blog for several months!! I am so glad to see how Our Lord has blessed you!! You have such a talent with photography also! Well I started a really simple blog today!! I am putting you on my following list hope that is good! Merry Christmas!! I am looking forward to the coming happenings!!
Loved the movie too and we tried this. We did great on the 1st day. On the 1st day..... :)
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