tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23407251337919883552011-12-12T07:21:46.127-08:00For the happily married 21st century woman that occasionally questions her decision to say, "I do."immarriednowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00546513063329467596noreply@blogger.comBlogger711100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-18016112921283321022011-12-11T17:32:00.000-08:002011-12-11T18:13:35.980-08:00

December 31st doesn’t give you a new year; January 1st doesn’t give you a new year. It’s not the changing of a calendar that gets you a new year. It’s the changing of a mindset; it’s the changing of an attitude; it’s the changing of your spirit; It’s the changing of your heart. You could have a new year in the middle of the year. Whenever you you’ve got a new mind, you’ve got a new year--T.D.

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-61660689757742195652011-12-05T13:33:00.000-08:002011-12-05T14:30:47.597-08:00

With the holidays here and the New year vastly approaching, I’ve been thinking a lot about the little things that I am grateful for. Obviously, my husband immediately came to mind and I was overwhelmed with a feeling of sincere gratitude and appreciation towards him. But then I got to thinking, how often do I really tell him how grateful I am? I think too many times we get caught up in thinking,

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-47413551706580071812011-07-21T11:54:00.000-07:002011-07-21T11:54:17.395-07:00

Supermodel Jessica White has recently garnered some attention in the press for her decision to remain celibate until marriage, I commend her for that. Here, she describes her future husband. ESSENCE: Describe your future husband. JESSICA: Um… a hardworking man, obviously. Someone who can stand next to me, being a strong woman, and not disappear. Someone who won’t be emasculated by the fact that

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-64929504173036044892011-07-21T11:47:00.000-07:002011-07-21T11:47:34.751-07:00

Everyone should know by now that I'm a big fan of Essence Magazine. Well here's a quick Access Hollywood clip on Beyonce, reliving her wedding day and her new single, Best Thing I Never Had from the album 4.

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-84371974071282967772011-07-06T04:29:00.000-07:002011-07-06T04:29:12.283-07:00

It took sometime to load all the photos, but I promised you all that I would share with you my 10-day whirlwind vacation so here it is... Day 1: We flew into Madrid and spent one night there. That night we met this soccer team of really cool guys that just want to have a good time. They kept calling my husband Ju-uan Wall (aka John Wall of the Washington Wizards) and MVP since we said we were

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-10288052039098031342011-06-29T13:49:00.000-07:002011-06-29T14:44:29.565-07:00

Adapt yourself to the things among which your lot has been cast and love sincerely the fellow creatures with whom destiny has ordained that you shall live. Marcus Aurelius I have been having this discussion with good friends of mines and I thought why not share with the women of immarriednow.com If I could pick a subtitle for this blog it would be Interceding for you husbands. We as

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-74709478029609096182011-06-15T09:38:00.000-07:002011-06-15T11:25:18.916-07:00

My dear friends, I'm not writing anything new here. This is the oldest commandment in the book, and you've known it from day one. It's always been implicit in the Message you've heard. On the other hand, perhaps it is new, freshly minted as it is in both Christ and you—the darkness on its way out and the True Light already blazing! ~1 John 2:7-8(MSG)Hey lovelies! Its been a while since I last

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-29908073736736143652011-06-08T13:05:00.001-07:002011-06-08T13:05:35.477-07:00

So this week is my husband's last in town...I'm going to miss him, but we've been really making the most of our time. We spent this past weekend in Virginia Beach, VA camping! I love camping. We stayed at the Holiday Trav-L-Park. We I cooked out on the grill, we slept in a tent, made s'mores, rode our bikes, relaxed at the beach, studied our bible, and above all, enjoyed each other's company.

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-29299689455964014202011-06-08T13:04:00.000-07:002011-06-08T13:04:42.181-07:00

So, what's new? Well, I recently celebrated my 2 year anniversary with a super-fabulous 10 day vacation/excursion/adventure in Spain, Portugal and Morocco! Yes, all three countries in one trip. My husband and I did a whirlwind self-guided tour of that part of the world. I'll post another blog entry sharing that trip with you. My husband just got offered a new job assignment that will have him

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-88072488420012705012011-04-10T08:39:00.000-07:002011-04-10T08:39:00.229-07:00

QOD:Is risqué chatting on the Internet cheating? Check out the article and share with us your answers to this question.

immarriednowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00546513063329467596noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-82428882527691418042011-03-10T05:20:00.000-08:002011-03-10T05:36:30.224-08:00

Question for you...Who's rocking their red pumps today?!Today, Thursday, March 10, 2011 is National Women & Girls’ HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD). To commemorate this day women and girls nationwide are asked to step out in their "red pumps". It's all part of The Red Pump Project.About The Red Pump ProjectEvery year, the United States recognizes March 10th as National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-5788050671099984472011-03-08T10:13:00.000-08:002011-03-08T10:18:10.701-08:00

This is AMAZING, MOVING, POWERFUL! May it bless your spirit and speak to your soul.Tell me what you think!

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-79500218356414684562011-02-02T12:21:00.000-08:002011-02-02T12:23:02.838-08:00

My husband and I recently started taking a marriage seminar called Dynamic Marriage from the Family Institute. We are having no marital issues and simply saw this as an opportunity to better our marriage. Well I have to admit that I am pleasantly surprised. We are only 2 weeks into the class and it has already been amazing. We meet every Sunday afternoon with 7 other couples and our facilitators

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-76678488558171043992011-02-02T12:19:00.000-08:002011-02-02T12:20:33.144-08:00

Did you know that Friday, February 4th, 2011 is National Wear Red Day? It is a nation wide fundraiser to support the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women Campaign and an opportunity to increase awareness of heart health.'Cardiovascular disease claimed the lives of nearly 500,000 American women each year, yet women were not paying attention. In fact, many even dismissed it as an “older

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-67277686557283472692010-12-26T17:43:00.000-08:002010-12-26T18:08:38.244-08:00

Lets go down memory lane.....In April of 2009 I met my best friend and soul mateIn July of 2009 I married my best friend and soul mateIn November of 2009 we received good news that we were having a babyIn June of 2010 Our son was bornIn November of 2010 I started schoolNow in December I have added another role to my job, Wife, Mother & Student and Loving It! or Am I?....My first job is to be a

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-52671717660803447202010-11-22T06:31:00.000-08:002010-11-22T06:32:47.022-08:00

You’re living under a rock if you haven’t heard the hurricane of people currently weighing in on this subject. I’ve been hearing a disturbing report lately from a number of different media claiming that 4 out of 10 Americans believe that marriage is obsolete. Before I weigh in on this subject I first had to define the word obsolete (To be sure that I understand this statistic in context.).

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-47302737592436991402010-11-17T07:11:00.000-08:002010-11-17T07:11:33.430-08:00

"I think communication in a marriage is key...and i also think it's a challenge for some- almost like a gift and a curse - some people have to practice it to perfect it." From Facebook fan page by Tynese J.

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Being a full-time mother is one of the highest salaried jobs in my field, since the payment is pure love.~Mildred B. Vermont Being a Mom is one of the best things that has happened to me in my life. Being needed always by someone, a glowing glare in his eyes to say that he loves you no matter what, and most of all sacrificing everything to make sure that child has everything he needs.No its not

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-60345800627622615432010-10-21T10:18:00.000-07:002010-10-21T10:47:21.837-07:00

"Lust has no conscience. It doesn't care if you're married, doesn't care about your responsibility, doesn't care if you're a pastor. It wants what it wants when it wants. It doesn't have to be because of lack for lust to take hold."~Joyce MeyersInfidelity seems to be one of the major causes of divorce or even just a major problem in marriages today. I thank God that I haven't experienced that but

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-22106732239528501432010-10-15T08:00:00.001-07:002010-10-15T08:00:38.632-07:00

...or not quite. (Please allow a moment of transparency.)I recently cam out of a 3 month rough patch with my husband. During this time I felt hurt and alone because he didn't seem to care about my feelings anymore. I know, that sounds childish. But it's how I felt. No matter howmany times I tried to communicate my feelings with him he just didn't get it, or worse, he got mad because he felt I was

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-38325972623853927532010-10-11T16:11:00.000-07:002010-10-15T07:30:46.185-07:00

A lot of people don't realize that depression is an illness. I don't wish it on anyone, but if they would know how it feels, I swear they would think twice before they shrug.~Johnathan Davis Being a wife is such a wonderful thing. It comes with duties that maybe tasking at times but its a love and desire that makes it all worth it. Then here come motherhood. This is a whole other feeling in

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-41623162345228019282010-10-07T17:30:00.000-07:002010-10-07T17:35:51.801-07:00

Professionals Only Networking Event at Ibiza October 15th 7-10pm!!!!! A portion of the proceeds goes to two great charities. Hope to see you there. For more information and to purchase tickets visit http://www.blacklifeandentertainment.com/ under events!!

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-2013990667522056792010-09-14T14:53:00.000-07:002010-09-14T16:16:15.730-07:00

Because we are actors we can pretend and fake it, but I'd rather the intimate investment was authentic.~Keanu ReevesYou know I was thinking the other week about intimacy within relationships. Wondering if people realized that sometimes they use that word loosely. Intimacy does not just involve having sex with someone, its about being transparent and being vulnerable. I always wondered if some of

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-2417978768054126632010-09-12T21:46:00.000-07:002010-09-23T23:43:07.828-07:00

Good Morning all, So as angel introduced me over a month ago, I am Kirin Kennedy, and i'm known as a lady in waiting. I think for today I am just going to share this poem with you. As it describes where i'm at right now! - Anonymous

Kirin Kennedynoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-89641197618467845512010-08-30T00:00:00.000-07:002010-08-30T16:09:42.317-07:00

The other day I was reading an article about women wearing leggings and tights…yes tights as pants. I have to say that I personally am a huge fan of leggings as pants so long as the entire buttocks is covered by a shirt, dress, shorts or skirt. On a few rare occasions I have even seen some people pull leggings off as pants with the shirt above the hips. This is normally successful when the

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-48409287173088021932010-08-23T06:48:00.000-07:002010-08-27T07:23:19.353-07:00

...It's called, Until I Get Married. This blog is written by a young man by the name of Jozen. He's a seasoned and experienced writer having worked for VIBE and KING magazines, he's an editor for GlobalGrind.com, and has penned articles for New York Magazine‘s Vulture Blog, GQ.com, The New York Times Magazine, The Wall Street Journal‘s culture blog “Speakeasy”, ESPN The Magazine, XXL, Complex,

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-14322241034053958222010-08-23T06:28:00.000-07:002010-08-27T07:24:07.780-07:00

Hello all, my name is Kirin and I am a Fabulous 20 something that hails from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I am a recent graduate of Penn State University, and I am a blogger, activist, scientist and pageant enthusiast. I am a young, vibrant, nerd who loves the environment, but also has a passion for people. In addition, I enjoy traveling, working, and family. Although this blog is about marriage

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My husband has been working on starting his on company and his dream has finally come to life!!!! Here is the flyer for the launch party and more information on the company. We'd love if you could come out and support! What is Black Life and Entertainment?Black Life and Entertainment is a multifaceted company that aims at utilizing the lessons learned from the African American experience to

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-66067092490262591742010-08-03T07:20:00.000-07:002010-08-27T07:25:51.881-07:00

I'm feeling inspired by the women in my life lately, so I decided to share this poem with you all. Everyone knows it (or at least ought to)...it's Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou. I often perform this for events (I told you all that I was an actress too.). ENJOY! Phenomenal Woman Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size But when I start to

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-43107417993865105362010-07-26T18:07:00.000-07:002010-07-26T18:44:10.794-07:00

“There are plenty of teams in every sport that have great players and never win titles. Most of the time, those players aren't willing to sacrifice for the greater good of the team. The funny thing is, in the end, their unwillingness to sacrifice only makes individual goals more difficult to achieve. One thing I believe to the fullest is that if you think and achieve as a team, the

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-86223064086929896242010-07-20T10:53:00.000-07:002010-07-21T17:10:36.403-07:00

So we told you all a few months ago that I, Angel, was Mrs. Maryland International 2010 and would be competing for the title of Mrs. International. Well I went to the competition this past week and though I did not win I had an amazing experience! This pageant was filled with some of the most genuine and beautiful wives and mothers I have ever crossed paths with. There was no tension, just a

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-16731019821182644832010-07-01T13:21:00.000-07:002010-10-15T07:32:10.608-07:00

I came across this and thought it was good enough to share...I was Jake (now I'm married) Sex, Love & Life: glamour.com

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-40504049290140656972010-06-25T11:58:00.000-07:002010-06-25T11:58:12.952-07:00

...Well I'm Married Now is looking for you! You may have noticed a slight lapse in our blogging these days and we apologize for that. Now here's your chance to help change that. We're looking for two married women to blog with us and one single gal. You will be expected to post a blog entry at least twice a month. If you're interested, email us at immarriednow@gmail.com. Tell us a little about

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Everyone join me in congratulating Dani on the arrival of her first born baby boy! Larry III was born last night at 10:15 pm in Georgia and weighed in at 6 lbs and 6 oz. He's adorable (I saw the pix!). Mother and baby are doing fine. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Harold Jr.!!!

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-53715905393868991042010-06-15T11:23:00.000-07:002010-08-27T07:26:23.017-07:00

If you're familiar with Proverbs 31, then you know the character of a noble woman. (If not, then please read it quickly at the bottom of this blog entry.) Now many women I know have said that the woman as described here does not apply today and that these are ridiculous expectations to have for one woman. Some would even say that it's not fair that the woman is being asked to cook, clean, work,

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-57770833416808481882010-05-26T22:15:00.000-07:002010-05-26T22:47:27.530-07:00

Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I may not forget you. ~William ArtherAppreciation may not seem like a big thing in a marriage but when you feel unappreciated outside of home, you look to come home and feel that appreciation. At moments not only feel but also hear it. You know they say actions

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-57931605365808672622010-05-26T20:32:00.000-07:002010-05-26T20:35:45.713-07:00

After being married for a little over a year I find myself wondering what’s next? Not that I am bored in my marriage or in life but I think I am at the point where I need a change. Starting a family is something I really want to do and although I love kids I am not in a rush. I like our relationship and I am enjoying time with my husband (and our FREEDOM). So, I am ok with waiting until I

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-38455987932670212772010-05-12T11:38:00.000-07:002010-05-12T12:36:11.322-07:00

"You don't need to be on the save wavelength to succeed in marriage. You just need to be able to ride each other's waves." ~ Toni Sciarra Poynter, From This Day Forward: Meditations on the First Years of Marriage For the last week, I have been hearing stories from associates on their marriages. Some things makes me laugh and others makes me cry. But in listening to the stories, the thought came

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-28709140692118497222010-05-06T12:40:00.000-07:002010-05-06T17:03:43.680-07:00

Some may say it's the "S" word and others may flat out call it slavery, but I'm referring to OBEDIENCE and SUBMISSION. I know you all are getting fired up with me...especially since this blog is for all those young fabulous 21st century women out there, but hear me out and then comment.Let's start with some definitions.... Obedience:- the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-6410435110599936032010-05-04T09:40:00.000-07:002010-05-04T16:11:08.237-07:00

I can almost see it That dream I'm dreaming but There's a voice inside my head saying,You'll never reach it, Every step I'm taking, Every move I make feels Lost with no direction My faith is shaking but I Got to keep trying Got to keep my head held high......The struggles I'm facing, The chances I'm taking Sometimes they knock me down but No I'm not breaking I may not know it But these are the

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-771883623327420902010-04-27T05:58:00.000-07:002010-05-01T14:38:26.781-07:00

One lucky supporter can choose a Beijo Bag valued at $95. Choose between the bags pictured above: "Unchain My Heart" in bronze and "Object of My Desire" - one chance to win for $5 or three chances for $10. Feeling lucky? Please click on the button below to securely enter for your chance to win! Drawing will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 and you do not need to be present to win!!!****THE

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-6310283583534348172010-04-20T11:44:00.000-07:002010-04-20T13:14:08.399-07:00

"We are told that people stay in love because of chemistry, or because they remain intrigued with each other, because of many kindnesses, because of luck. But part of it has got to be forgiveness and gratefulness." ~Ellen Goodman This movie "Why Did I Get Married Too?" has a lot of married couples and even some singles out there raving about the movie. You have some who say they

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-72952175233997384642010-04-09T10:32:00.000-07:002010-04-13T14:56:01.002-07:00

So we've waited a week to talk about it so let's talk! So sorry for those of you who haven't seen it yet...First my opinion:The movie was emotionally charged and so full of drama! Real marital drama at that, but I was terribly disappointed with the last 15 minutes of the movie...WHY? Because there were NO lessons learned, nothing for me to grow on in my own marriage. Trying my best not to give

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-53437728641449186462010-04-07T06:36:00.000-07:002010-04-07T08:48:22.433-07:00

I just think that there are those people that their resolve is strengthened by what it is that's keeping them down, and there are some people that will buckle under it. You never know which one is which until you get into the eighth or ninth round of the fight.~Ron PerlmanSo this past weekend was the opening weekend for Tyler Perry's WHY DID I GET MARRIED TOO? If I must say so must say so myself,

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-82990228350784436322010-04-02T05:53:00.000-07:002010-04-02T06:00:20.652-07:00

My husband and I went to a midnight showing last night of Tyler Perry's latest blockbuster, Why Did I Get Married Too? I want to tell you all about it, but I won't...you just have one week, then the cat's out of the bag. All I can say is that everyone left the theater feeling emotionally exhausted and DRAMA DRAMA DRAMA!!! I think we'll have a lot to talk about next week.

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-65338771130050716512010-03-30T16:22:00.000-07:002010-08-27T07:26:41.769-07:00

There are many things you sit and talk about before you decide to marry someone. What your future goals are, how many children you want to have -- if any --, where you'll want to live -- you know, stuff like that. But, do people really sit down and talk about how much sex is going to be had? What expectations they have for how much physically intimacy they require. Probably not. Before I

Mignonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-90362929694279888482010-03-25T08:20:00.001-07:002010-03-26T09:17:12.996-07:00

I just had to share this with everyone.10 Practical Skills You Need to Have for a Successful Marriage

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After announcing our engagement there are certain questions that you expect to hear: When's the wedding, where's the wedding, what are your colors?... One question I wasn't prepared to answer moments after telling people we were engaged was "so when are you guys going to have a baby"? Never would I have thought that I would be asked about children so soon, maybe after the wedding but not before

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-5274325710542443472010-03-21T14:59:00.000-07:002010-03-21T15:02:46.016-07:00

Sometimes my mind wanders and I think, "If I were single right now I would be..." Though the majority of the time I am a happily married woman, there is still that minority of the time that I am not. Furthermore, there's still that part of me that would love to have my downtown condo decorated urban chic and painted pink. Or that would love to spend a year or two living in Europe...just living

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-71527234402877103972010-03-17T14:30:00.000-07:002010-03-17T14:32:54.480-07:00

In a past blog I discussed how black women should start to consider dating outside of their race. Just to recap (briefly of course), there was a lot of talk around the subject “why black women stay single for so long”. The theory behind it was that they cannot find their equals – the numbers are too disproportioned. The number of college educated black women far exceed the number of college

NotYetMarriednoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-30610576672867892392010-03-17T09:13:00.000-07:002010-03-17T10:38:53.931-07:00

I didn't marry you because you were perfect. I didn't even marry you because I loved you. I married you because you gave me a promise. That promise made up for your faults. And the promise I gave you made up for mine. Two imperfect people got married and it was the promise that made the marriage. And when our children were growing up, it wasn't a house that protected them; and it wasn't our love

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-24003950437670375992010-02-28T20:29:00.000-08:002010-02-28T20:31:45.127-08:00

They keep you company every time you go to refill your coffee mug, you escort them on cigarette breaks even though you don’t smoke, they find your copies on the printer and always walk them to your desk… it’s your work husband/wife. The “coworker” you will regularly spend 40 hours a week with. I once heard the subject discussed on a morning radio show while driving to work. It made me think of

NotYetMarriednoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-16623094401104552292010-02-28T09:46:00.000-08:002010-03-02T10:25:30.820-08:00

Recently, my husband I went on a marriage retreat in Charleston, SC that was sponsored by the Army especially for military couples and those couples who've experienced a deployment. There was a lot of good information that came out of the 2-day sessions which centered mostly around communication.As we all know, communication is one of the most important factors to any relationship, especially a

Mignonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-10995461843963532852010-02-25T07:33:00.000-08:002010-02-25T09:07:43.635-08:00

Being a Wife in MinistryWhat greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel they are joined for life - to strengthen each other in all labor, to rest on each other in all sorrow, to minister to each other in all pain, to be one with each other in silent, unspeakable moments in the last parting?~George ElliotWhen you hear the word "ministry", what do you think of? Does your mind go

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-10026552180307824452010-02-18T06:26:00.001-08:002010-02-18T07:06:04.114-08:00

ENJOY every phase of life! As shared by my sister Dani, I recently won the title of Mrs. Maryland International 2010 and as I celebrate this victory I also reflect on the accomplishments I have had over the years. I think of the highs and lows that each phase of life has brought me and I'm thankful for every ounce of it. As a child I loved coming home from school to watch Power Rangers, Tiny

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-2496220230464837522010-02-16T19:33:00.000-08:002010-02-16T19:34:11.903-08:00

First came Valentine’s Day, soon will come spring… you know what that means, love is in the air! I love (yea, I’m using this word a lot today) how around this time of year the magazines are full of articles on finding love, keeping love, making love… I thought I’d add my two cents as someone who believes they are deeply in love. (Or at least falling deeply in love.)So I’ve had my share of dates,

NotYetMarriednoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-29525598873403605632010-02-14T16:08:00.000-08:002010-02-14T16:12:09.169-08:00

Lets all wish our very own co-writer and most of all founder of this here blog ANGEL Congratulations on winning MRS. MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL and PEOPLE'S CHOICE!!!!!!! We love you ladybug and again Congrats!!!!!

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Just like we all have a birth story, if you're married or in love, you definitely have a love story. It's the emotional recanting of the way you met, how you fell in love and lived happily ever after. It's the remembrance of the things that make you both smile, your first experiences together and those tender smiles shared between the two of you that only you both understand.When I think of my

Mignonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-52762372519742832652010-02-08T17:48:00.000-08:002010-02-11T20:08:53.667-08:00

So Valentine's day is fast approaching and we are still in a recession. So what do you do for your perfect someone without breaking the bank? Here are a few ideas:Hotels can be expensive especially the nicer ones. So if you want the hotel feel without spending the money just spruce up your own room. Fluff the pillows add some candles and flower petals and turn on some music. But if you are set on

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-52507318668114961362010-02-05T08:35:00.000-08:002010-02-05T12:20:13.943-08:00

"Or, put it another way, and 'borrowed' from Pittman: Why is that people get married? Because we need a witness to our lives. There's a billion on the planet. What does any one life really mean? But in a marriage, you're promising to care about everything....The good things, the bad things, the terrible things, the mundane things, All of it...all the time...everyday. You're saying, your life

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-72175352206097979692010-02-03T18:45:00.000-08:002010-02-03T19:36:56.818-08:00

As I have mentioned before, I am a "beauty queen"...really, I am the reigning Mrs. Prince George's County International 2010 for the state of Maryland. On Sunday, February 14th I will be competing for the title of Mrs. Maryland International with the hopes of continuing on to Mrs. International in July. (Keep your fingers crossed for me and if you care to help me in my fundraising efforts please

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-65269185047272476892010-01-28T20:19:00.000-08:002010-01-28T20:21:35.360-08:00

For those of you who are familiar with the Michael Baisden show, he recently had a discussion regarding why a majority of black women stay single. (For those not aware, Michael Baisden is a radio talk show host. He has some interesting stuff, check him out sometime.) The discussion was based on the fact that 42% of black women never marry compared to 21% of white women (according to the US Census

NotYetMarriednoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-52168663731601129802010-01-23T10:46:00.000-08:002010-01-25T17:48:10.725-08:00

So marriage is a huge step that consumes your life for an average of a year of your life just planning. Then the big day comes and goes and its one of the best times of your life. Its exactly what you wanted and you are with your soul mate and nothing could ruin it. So why do so many marriages end in the two years? I thought that was the honeymoon period where everything was exciting and new and

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-9216429730066681222010-01-21T08:06:00.000-08:002010-01-21T15:07:49.756-08:00

"I have learned to love the unexpected...for in itsmiraculous...here is where we are shown...events that create our lives to bemore enjoyable, more loving, more adventurous than anything we could haveplanned. Why do we think we know...when we let go..and trust..the mundane oflife becomes profound...leave your concepts at the door of fate...open yourarms...today is a good day."~Marlise

Dani Haroldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00257981774513929607noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-53691696096491841662010-01-17T20:20:00.000-08:002010-01-17T20:43:21.759-08:00

Before I met my husband I had 2 plans for my life: 1. To be married with 4 children, doing lots of volunteer work, and running my own business part-time AND 2. To be fabulous, single-for-life, traveling the world, and living in different countries as the mood hit. I was perfectly happy with both options but couldn't help to wonder what if I missed out on something by going with one life plan over

Angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09464433502646024776noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-35866674153328592022010-01-14T21:21:00.000-08:002010-01-14T22:04:39.632-08:00

My husband and I are living the life that no one thought would work.That's a bold statement to make, but it's the truth. No, this doesn't mean that I'm married to a dirtbag. He's actually a wonderful man. What it does mean is that everyone around us let our circumstances dictate what kind of marriage we'd have. We already had a child. He had just gotten divorced. It was messy. But he was my first

Mignonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-20000909212548178812010-01-13T19:59:00.000-08:002010-01-13T20:02:54.462-08:00

As a not-yet-married girl in a very VERY committed relationship (I had to emphasize so it’s clear that I am very much about my relationship) I often have questions regarding the transition between single girl to married girl. Let’s face it there’s no manual but it’s not exactly black and white; especially when you’re a young girl in her 20s. The majority of twenty-something, recent college

NotYetMarriednoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-47059762357397409642010-01-11T20:24:00.000-08:002010-01-11T20:47:07.804-08:00

After 5 years in a long distance relationship it finally happened. We were engaged!! Although the journey leading to the aisle was a bit chaotic at times, we were finally getting married and that was all that mattered.When I awoke the day of the wedding there was a clam and peace about the day even though I had over slept and if my MOH hadn't been there I don’t know if I would have awaken in time

Ericanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2340725133791988355.post-37974833528673664982010-01-04T13:30:00.000-08:002010-01-04T14:42:08.806-08:00

Love is as much of an object as an obsession, everybody wants it, everybody seeks it, but few ever achieve it, those who do will cherish it, be lost in it, and among all, never... never forget it.- Curtis JudaletHey lovelies :-) I hope as you are reading this you are in good spirits and in health and if you are having a bad day...well smile...GOD IS SO IN LOVE WITH YOU!!!! :-)Let see, I guess Ill

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MIGNON I'm a fabulous twenty-something wife to an Army Drill Sergeant and mother to two vicarious little boys and a precious little step daughter. I married my high school sweetheart six years after high school and although I currently reside in the south, and speak with a drawl, I'll always be a city girl. I am a freelance writer, music editor for a popular parenting website and will have

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Hello fabulous 21st century women out there! It looks like you've stumbled across this blog a little early... Check back with us in January of 2010, that will be the official launch of immarriednow....

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