Over time, disappointment and unmet expectations can teach us to protect our hearts—even in a loving marriage. Monette Sedberry explores the emotional armor we may not realize we’re wearing and what can happen when we choose openness, vulnerability, and connection again.
Category: Relationships
‘Tis the Season:
Class reunions invite us to revisit the good old days, laugh about shared memories, and remember the dreams we once held. But they also remind us that our best life isn’t behind us. Wendy Fletcher reflects on nostalgia, resilience, and why this season of life still holds exciting possibilities.
When Love Is Still There… But You Still Feel Lonely
Love can still be present even when emotional closeness seems distant. In this heartfelt article, Monette Sedberry shares how opening her heart to her husband transformed their relationship—and how the courage to be fully known can lead to deeper intimacy, renewed hope, and stronger connection.
The Blessing of Grandmotherhood After 60
Many women anticipate the arrival of a grandchild with excitement, but few are prepared for the depth of love that follows. Suddenly, your heart expands in ways you never imagined possible. A simple smile can brighten an entire day. A tiny hand wrapped around your finger can stir emotions that seem almost overwhelming.
Reset Love, Build Connection, and Awaken Your Sex Drive
Have you ever thought: “I want to feel close again, I just don’t know how to get there.” You’re trying. You’re more aware. You’re even showing up differently. But when it comes to real intimacy—emotional closeness, vulnerability, desire—something still feels blocked. And if you’re honest, It’s not just him. It’s that you don’t…
4 Ways to Get Intimacy and Connection back in Midlife Marriage
Have you ever had a moment where you thought: “I see it now, I know what thoughts I have been thinking that are not serving my marriage, they are thoughts causing distance between my husband and myself. I understand what I’m doing.” But your marriage still feels the same still distant not connected? You’re more…
From Roommates to Lovers Again
Are there some things you are holding onto and not forgiving and letting go of? You know what I’m talking about. We lie to ourselves and think somehow, we are protecting ourselves. I am here to tell you when these show up for me, I have to stop and forgive and ask God to change my heart. These build up in marriage and are big reasons we feel the disconnection.
Emotional Resilience Without Toxic Positivity: Thriving After 60 With Strength, Confidence, and Connection
Living your best life after 60 is not about chasing perfection or trying to reclaim youth. It is about becoming fully yourself.
It is waking up each day with purpose, curiosity, confidence, and emotional freedom.
Struggling with Communication: 3 Easy Shifts to Rebuild Emotional Intimacy
Have you ever noticed you’re talking every single day… but somehow you still feel alone in your marriage? You’re not fighting. There’s no crisis. Nothing dramatic happened. And yet… something feels off. You’re coordinating schedules. Talking about dinner. Discussing the kids. Maybe even watching shows together. But emotionally? You feel distant. Friend, this is one of the most common midlife marriage struggles…
Five Ways to Awaken Desire God’s Way
God’s design for sexual intimacy isn’t about perfection or trying harder. It’s about choosing love first—consistently, intentionally, and faithfully. When you love your husband because you see him as God made him, not because you want to change him, desire awakens naturally. And that’s what this post is all about: how to align your heart,…









