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13 Things I’ve Learned In 13 Years Of Marriage

July 11, 2021 By Ruthie Ridley 46 Comments

13 Things I’ve Learned In 13 Years Of Marriage

Ben and I got married back in Connecticut 13 years ago. It has truly been the best 13 years of my life. We are complete opposite people, but we have an understanding and respect for one another. Below I’m sharing 13 things that we have both learned over the course of our marriage!

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1. Ben’s enneagram is a 9 W 1. He is very polite and gets embarrassed, but likes things a certain way. 

2. Be humble.

3. We are still figuring each other out, except Ben thinks he’s got me dialed in.

4. Don’t try and change your partner. Accept their quirks. 

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5. Words of affirmation are a big deal. No matter who you are, we all need encouragement. 

6. Always say I love you before you go to bed. 

7. Find a way to laugh everyday. 

8. Have fun even if it’s at the other person’s expense. Teasing is a form of flirting. 

9. Make time for each other every day. 

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10. You can date at home.

11. Get on the same page, especially when it comes to raising kids. Be a united front. 

12. Communication is key.

13. Keep the bedroom spicy! Get creative. 

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9. Happy birthday @nataliekresge 🥳
10. Big tournament win for J and his team 🏆
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🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify or tap the link in our bio! #TheGoodStuffPodcast #Discipline #GrowthMindset #PodcastEpisode
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Back in 2008 when Ben and I just got married, the market had crashed. I had purchased a home on my own in CT- We lost the house and our cars were repossessed - I honestly felt like we would never recover from that!!! Not to mention, I felt so much failure and shame attached to that season!

Fast-forward to 2019, we begin working with our dear friend  @cody.d.williams  on purchasing our very first home together and he told us all the work that needed to be done with our credit,etc. we took a year and did everything we could to get things right! Not only were we able to purchase our first home together in 2019, but everything from the past was no longer a factor & two years later we were able to purchase an even more magnificent property that we now call home 🏡 

Why was this a miracle for me? I think because I thought we would always be behind & nothing would ever change. We rented for 7+ years before we were able to purchase a home as a married couple and that started to discourage me! 

Just a reminder that little miracles happen everyday and that your worst is never the worst.  God can turn your situation around in a moment!!! The BEST is yet to COME!!! Keep believing ⭐️
Join us for a fun and inspiring conversation with Join us for a fun and inspiring conversation with our good friend @beckyfoxjohnson as we talk about navigating life as a strong female leader!!!💛
Becky is a phenomenal example of pioneering in spaces without a clear roadmap, breaking barriers, and leading with confidence!
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify or tap the link in our bio! #TheGoodStuffPodcast #WomenInLeadership #Trailblazer #PodcastEpisode
Thankful for the Cross ✝️!!! Happy Easter from Thankful for the Cross ✝️!!! Happy Easter from our fam to yours 🤍✨🕊️😘 + a little throwback to Easter 2012 just because 🥰
🚩 Relationship Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore 🚩 Relationship Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore! 🚩 ☀️Today on @thegoodstuffpodcast_ , we’re talking about our journey with relationship red flags—the ones we ignored, the lessons we learned, and how we ultimately knew our husbands were ‘the one!’ ❤️✨
We’re sharing our personal experiences, tough truths, and advice on not settling for less than you deserve. You don’t want to miss this one!🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify or tap the link in our bio!!
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