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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 10

February 18, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the last few weeks, we have been sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years. Here’s the last hint for a happy marriage- we hope you have enjoyed them!

10. Don’t forget to laugh! So often our lives are impossibly busy and we are consumed with the logistics of running a household, managing careers, etc. Take a break and don’t forget to have fun!

{Photo from “Garden Fete,” captured by Photography by Melisa, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 9

February 11, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

9. Always recognize the good attributes that attracted you to each other in the first place.

{Photo from “Enchanted Ever After,” captured by Elizabeth Sarah, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 8

February 5, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

8. Sleep on it. Often conflicts are best dealt with when you have calmed down. If it is not solved at 2:00 a.m., it is not going to be solved at 3:00 a.m.

{Photo from “Wildly in Love,” captured by MGB Photo, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 7

January 28, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

7. Also, remember to stick together when the kids try to divide and conquer. It really works if you present a united front and they’ll soon see you mean what you say.

{Photo from “Garden Fete,” captured by Photography by Melisa, as seen in ourfall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 6

January 21, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

6. When kiddos do come, don’t forget about your spouse. A strong marriage is the healthiest thing you can give your kids, so give it the attention and effort it deserves.

{Photo from “Chic in the City,” captured by Benfield Photography, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 4

January 7, 2014 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

4. Be independent. You do your thing, he can do his and then do your things together. It makes life more interesting to have varied interests.

{Photo from “A Classic Celebration,” captured by Whitney Bower Imaging, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

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Hints for a Happy Marriage: 3

December 20, 2013 by weddingsar

In 2002, Carolee Emerson was one of the first brides featured in Weddings in Arkansas. Today, she has been happily married to her beau Matt for 12 years, and the couple now has two young daughters-Lauren, 8, and Allie, 4. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing Carolee’s tips, as seen in our fall/winter issue, that have proved to be a recipe for marital bliss through the years.

3. Don’t make comparisons. It only brings up negative results.

{Photo from “Enchanted ever After,” captured by Elizabeth Sarah, as seen in our fall/winter issue.}

See more content from the Fall/Winter 2013 issue in our digital edition.

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 10

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 9

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 8

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 7

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 6

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 4

Hints for a Happy Marriage: 3

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