I've been thinking about this topic a lot lately! I've always loved psychology, and I love learning more about how the mind works. One of the things I've learned over the years is just how much our thought patterns can affect us...and others! You've probably heard the term "personal narrative" before. In school and in English class, it meant a story told in first person, talking about a person's feelings and experiences from their perspective. Essentially, it puts you in the main character's … [Read more...]
Matching Socks: A True Love Story
Marriage is a funny, eye-opening thing. Bjorn and I have been married for over 4 years, and by now, there's no doubt that we know each other's nuances! While we were best friends and well-acquainted even before we began dating, I'm convinced that after the wedding is when you really get to know even more little things that make the other person tick! Have you found that, too, whether with college roommates or a spouse? :) Sometimes it takes living with someone to truly realize all the things … [Read more...]
Friendship in Marriage (After Having a Baby)
My husband Bjorn and I are best friends. And there's weight behind those words. This is my personal opinion, but I think that some people whisk their way into marriage without evaluating the question of, Can I truly do daily life with this person? It seems that so many people love "how he makes me feel" or how in love they feel - expressing how constantly exciting and dramatically uplifting it is for them to be in love! That's all wonderful, in a way...but I don't think we should overlook the … [Read more...]
How My Husband And I Stay Best Friends
My husband and I are best friends. I know it seems like everyone says that, but I don't say that phrase flippantly or take it lightly. Here's the story: Bjorn knew from a young age that he wanted to marry his best friend. He knew that he wanted to find a woman who would start as his best friend, and then marry her! And that's exactly what happened. :) We met in college, started eating lunch together a couple times a week because of our class schedules, and over time became each other's … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Why Marrying Your Best Friend Is a Good Idea
The song my husband and I chose for our first dance was "Lucky" by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat. "Lucky" has such an easy, comfortable melody and rhythm, and beautiful harmony - but the main reason we selected it was because of the lyrics! "Lucky I'm in love with my best friend..." There is something so special about falling in love with and marrying your best friend. I think it's the way to go, but then I'm a bit biased because it worked out for us! :) Here's why I think marrying your … [Read more...]