Getting it together in your marriage.

Are you a product of the 70s? I am. So is my hubby. And now, Tricia Goyer, one of my favorite authors has written a book just for us and our marriage. It's the couple's guide to keeping it together—Generation NeXt Marriage.

The author is an Xer herself and has been married much longer than I have. More important than that, she's willing to share the ups, downs, and sideways mistakes, problems, and successes she and her husband have experienced through the years. One thing that instantly grabbed my attention in the book was the way that she identified so many of the issues and concerns both my husband and I have. Things like wanting to have a strong family, be good role models to our kids, and maintain intimacy...but at the same time feeling crippled without experiencing healthy marriages at home. We don't want that for our kids, but wonder how to change our family tree.

That's why I loved Generation NeXt Marriage. Here's how the book starts...

In 1983, I was in sixth grade when Billy Idol’s song, White Wedding hit the charts. I remember doodling designs for my wedding dress on the brown-paper cover of my English book. Funny thing, though, somehow (I realize now) I forgot to daydream about what happened after I married my Prince Charming. I forgot a marriage followed.

A Gen Xer herself, the book offers realistic help for protecting your marriage despite the broken relationships modeled in your youth, stories, suggestions, and confessions from fellow Gen Xers facing the "What now?" question of real-life marriage, and practical help for negotiating kids, work, money, and dirty laundry-sometimes all in the same evening

If you are part of a generation of adults who don't want to bow to their culture or live and love like their parents did -- this book is for you.

My favorite part of the book was the personal stories and truth that Tricia shared with me, her reader. At times, I felt like she was a girlfriend sitting down with me for a cup of coffee. But then there were those other times where it felt a little more like a wise counselor offering understanding and insight, but not pulling any punches either. It was truth mixed with grace, inspiration combined with a kick in the seat of the pants. Honestly, I think we all need a kick every once in a while!

If you're a Gen Xer, pick up this book. Spend some time with your spouse reading the inspiring and wise words on the pages of Generation NeXt Marriage. It could change your world. Check it out and win a date with your spouse!!

Comments

[Rena]

How refreshing to read that you want a marriage different than what you saw growing up. I was married in 1979 (will be 29 years in May) and most of my peers were rejecting marriage for living together. We have been blessed to have had 3 grandparents and one set of parents celebrate over 50 years of marriage. The other 2 missed it due to the early deaths of their spouses. My daughters and their husbands are intending to continue the legacy of 50 plus years of marriage. I wish you all the best in your marriage.

[Tricia]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed the book! Thanks for sharing it with your readers.

Your video in the previous post is way too cute! How do you get anything done?

Blessings to you and your family,
Tricia