I Do Every Day Archives

He Didn’t Want Another Baby - I Do Every Day - March 5

A couple's differing desires for children lead to a rift in their relationship, but one woman's shift in perspective ultimately brings her husband...

He Didn’t Want Another Baby - I Do Every Day - March 5

I Choose (Not) You - I Do Every Day - March 4

A husband's decision to prioritize his alone time and personal interests may be perceived as a betrayal, but it can actually be a sign of choosing...

I Choose (Not) You - I Do Every Day - March 4

I Hate When You Do That - I Do Every Day - March 3

Marriage requires a delicate balance of adoration and acceptance, as no one is perfect and everyone has quirks that can drive us crazy. By learning...

I Hate When You Do That - I Do Every Day - March 3

Bedrooms Are for More Than Sleeping - I Do Every Day - March 2

As the demands of parenting and life's responsibilities fade, couples can rediscover the importance of intimacy in their marriage, finding that a...

Bedrooms Are for More Than Sleeping - I Do Every Day - March 2

Helping Your Hopeless Spouse - I Do Every Day - March 1

A couple's infertility journey takes a devastating turn after a miscarriage, leaving one partner feeling abandoned by God and struggling with...

Helping Your Hopeless Spouse - I Do Every Day - March 1

Can My Marriage Become too Important? Part II - I Do Every Day - February 28

When marriage becomes too central to our lives, it can lead to a loss of personal identity and autonomy. By recognizing the importance of...

Can My Marriage Become too Important? Part II - I Do Every Day - February 28

Can My Marriage Become too Important? Part 1 - I Do Every Day - February 27

A devoted wife's performance is bound with her self-worth, leading to an unhealthy obsession with satisfying her husband's needs at the expense of...

Can My Marriage Become too Important? Part 1 - I Do Every Day - February 27

And Another Thing! - I Do Every Day - February 26

As a couple, Lisa Lakey and her husband found themselves stuck in an endless cycle of arguing, each trying to have the last word, but ultimately...

And Another Thing! - I Do Every Day - February 26

When It’s Time To Call an Audible - I Do Every Day - February 25

When life's "go-to plays" no longer work, it's time to call an audible - making strategic adjustments can salvage relationships. By incorporating...

When It’s Time To Call an Audible - I Do Every Day - February 25

Why I Prefer Not to Wear a Cape - I Do Every Day - February 24

In today's distracted world, humans crave attention and connection, yet our busy lives often leave us feeling like superheroes with no cape to call...

Why I Prefer Not to Wear a Cape - I Do Every Day - February 24

The Gift of Nothing - I Do Every Day - February 23

Embracing the simplicity of doing nothing together can be a powerful way to nurture a strong marriage, especially during chaotic phases of life. By...

The Gift of Nothing - I Do Every Day - February 23

Hope on the Rocks (With Salt, Please) - I Do Every Day - February 22

As a marriage navigates the darkest of times, it's easy to lose hope - but holding on to truth and faith can be the difference between drifting...

Hope on the Rocks (With Salt, Please) - I Do Every Day - February 22

I Get By With a Little Overfunctioning - I Do Every Day - February 21

A mother reflects on her experience of "overfunctioning" during snow days with her family, realizing that she may be perpetually overcompensating...

I Get By With a Little Overfunctioning - I Do Every Day - February 21

This Is Not Your Parents’ Marriage - I Do Every Day - February 20

After 40 years of marriage, one couple has learned that traditional gender-defined roles are no longer applicable, and their partnership thrives on...

This Is Not Your Parents’ Marriage - I Do Every Day - February 20

How to Lose When You’re Totally Winning - I Do Every Day - February 19

In a humorous and relatable exploration, author Lisa Lakey shares her personal experience of getting caught up in the "one-up" game with her...

How to Lose When You’re Totally Winning - I Do Every Day - February 19