Haven’t we all heard that 50% of all marriages end in divorce? Well add a special needs child and that rate goes up to 80%. Many people say that rate is untrue. Regardless of your own personal view I think most people agree that marriage can be difficult. Even if you are swinging from the chandeliers every night, there are still difficult moments and seasons in a marriage. About 6 years ago my husband and I began taking what I call a “stay married vacation” once a year. It has become a priority in our marriage to take this vacation. This is a KIDLESS vacation! This is our time to relax, reconnect, have sex without a child knocking on the door and asking us to open the door, and just have a REAL break! It has been amazing for us. We return home rejuvenated and better prepared to handle our daily lives. My dad and stepmom have stayed with our kids for all of these vacations. It is wonderful for the kids as well because they know it’s their special time with granddad and grandma. I am forever grateful to them for this. We are able to go away and not worry about the kids at all. Soon we will be going on this vacation. This is one thing that we do as a couple to make sure we maintain a happy marriage and a happy home.
Last year’s stay married vacation in Puerto Rico 😊
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Too cute–! So important. Good for you for having a “guilt free” getaway with the hubby ❤️
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No wonder you have such beautiful children! 😊
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Thank you. That is so sweet!
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Look at those happy smiles! It’s a blessing to be married but even more so to pray & stay together regardless of the challenges that life brings. May God continue to bless you both & the children.
Love you all xoxoxo
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I always laugh when I see how happy we are in this photo! All smiles! Thank you for the blessings. Same to you my dear.
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What a great idea!! Now, who has the guts to babysit our four hooligans for a week 😜
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Lol!!! I know how difficult it is to find people who you trust to babysit your kids.
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Half our family is in South Africa and the other half in France… Somehow I don’t think we’ll be going on a trip alone any time soon 😊
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What a lovely picture!!! When I get married I will definitely incorporate this in my marriage.
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Thank you!
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Have a wonderful time…relax and rejuvenate!!!!!
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Thanks so much!
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So very important.
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It sure is 😊
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Good for you for recognizing the need and taking time away to recharge!
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I think this is just amazing! Glad to see other couples who take time out to reconnect.
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It’s really necessary for us to reconnect.
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It’s a pity I didn’t think of having a “stay married” vacation … I might still be married now but I quite appreciate the importance of uninterrupted relaxed time together. This is an excellent idea (maybe I’ll try it next time around – will keep you posted) 🙂 PS: your family is beautiful!
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We are trying to keep it together over here lol!
Thank you so much!
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The happiness of love & marriage create such beautiful smiles.❤
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