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History of Prenuptial Agreements
What is commonly known as a prenuptial agreement is not a new idea either legally, historically, or culturally.

Easy and Practical Ways to Help Make Your Marriage Last
For your marriage to last many years, it is important that you show your love for one another on a regular basis. That means daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly, taking a few minutes, even seconds, to put your spouse first on your priority list.

4 Things That Can Kill Your Marriage
If you want your marriage to succeed, make sure that these four things that can kill your marriage are avoided.

Living in the Moment
If you live in the moment, if you are mindful, you will have a more satisfying marriage and you will fight less and feel less defensive in your marriage.

Lifelong Marriage Poll
As news about unfaithful politicians surface, questions arise about whether or not long lasting marriages can survive. What do you think? Is the idea of lifelong marriage obsolete?

Marriage in a Rut Poll
Being in a rut, both personally and as a couple, can hurt your marriage. Is your marriage in a rut?

Checking/Savings Accounts Poll
Deciding if you are going to have a joint checking account or separate checking accounts or a combination of both is an important decision the two of you need to make. What type of checking/savings accounts do the two of you have?

Wandering Eyes
When discussing the issue of wandering eyes, people either think wandering eyes are nothing to be concerned about or they think wandering eyes hurt a marriage and are disrespectful.

How to Have Anniversary Greetings Sent From the White House
If you know a couple who is celebrating 50 years or more of marriage, or who was just been married, you can have an anniversary greeting or wedding congratulations sent to them from the White House.

10 Ways to Lose Your Spouse
Here are things you can do in your marriage that will result in pushing your spouse away.

Settling Poll
Some people believe it is wrong to settle in a marriage and to not strive for "better" in your relationship. Do you think settling in marriage is wrong?

Volunteerism Poll
The time you spend as a volunteer can hurt your marriage. Do you think volunteerism is hurting your marriage?

Anniversary Poll
For some couples, celebrating their wedding anniversary is a big deal. For other couples, wedding anniversaries are not important. Do you and your spouse celebrate your wedding anniversaries?

Become a More Invitational Spouse
You don't have to send a printed invitation every time you want to talk to your spouse about something. That's not what we mean by being more invitational in your communication approach in your marriage.

Separate Vacations Poll
Many marriage experts believe that taking separate vacations now and then is a good idea. Do you agree? Do you and your spouse take separate vacations in addition to shared vacations?

Death and Dying -- Don't Be Afraid to Discuss Death
Here is a selection of dialogue questions to help you communicate more effectively on the topic of death and dying.

Marriage Favors
Many married couples ask one another for favors. Can you do me a favor? Will you do me a favor? Honey, do me a favor. I want you to do me a favor. We think husbands and wives should look upon marriage favors as windows of opportunity to show their love for one another.

Kindness in Marriage -- Showing Kindness Shows You Care
Without kindness in your relationship, your marriage won't last. Here are some ways to check up on yourself to see how kind you are in your marriage.

Coping With Stress in Your Marriage
The impact of stress and burnout on a marriage can be devastating. Here are some tips on handling stress.

Toilet Paper Roll -- Daily Marriage Tip
Marriage tip on toilet paper roll.

Know the Basics About Obtaining a Marriage License
Here are the basics that you need to know about obtaining a marriage license.

Simple Ways to Be Romantic in Your Marriage
Being romantic isn't just for couples who are dating. Here are simple ways you can be romantic in your marriage all through the year.

Elaborate Marriage Proposals --
The special intimate moment of proposing marriage can be turned into an elaborate and competitive event. There is a danger that an elaborate marriage proposal can detract from the heartfelt experience it traditionally was meant to be. Here's the four key elements of a successful marriage proposal.

Take Time to Just Sit Together
Frankie Avalon's marriage tip is about the importance of sitting together.

Breathe Together
Reduce stress in your lives and in your marriage by making time to breathe together.

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