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| The official newsletter of Marriage Partnership magazine Thursday, February 7, 2008
It happens to me nearly every time I go to Target: I run in to quickly pick something up—a birthday card for a friend, a new kitchen appliance—and by the time I get to the checkout, my cart's packed with all the "extras" that caught my eye—a new type of shampoo, the CD I wanted, a cute top from the clearance rack. Examining the receipt afterward, my stomach drops in dismay at the amount I ended up spending on what should have been a $5 trip. Being financially responsible is difficult, especially when you enjoy shopping. And when a husband and wife have differing perspectives on what to spend money on and how much to spend, it adds a new challenge to marriage. Nancy Floyd learned that lesson when she went on her first shopping trip as a newlywed and her husband gave her a spending limit. But after examining their budget and her heart, Nancy came up with a plan to use that $30 to bless her husband and change their marriage.
Blessings,  Elizabeth Diffin for Marriage Partnership To reply to this newsletter: marriage@christianitytoday.com advertisement
 COMMUNICATION / STARTING OUT /MONEY$30 Changed My Marriage My shopping spree turned into more than I bargained for. Kyle and I had been married a few weeks when I ventured out for a day of shopping. Grabbing my purse, I shouted, "I'm going to the mall. Be back in a bit." Before I got outside, Kyle appeared behind me with a big smile. "Have fun. I love you." Just seeing him made me realize how much I already loved being married. It was so great to have someone smile and see you off every time you left the house. More …
COMMUNICATION / EMOTIONS / EVER AFTER The Packer Game Incident My husband had a listening problem. And I wasn't about to let him forget it. MONEY / COMMON CENTS Common Cents
Want to Get Pregnant? Eat Ice Cream! Newsflash: Drinking whole fat milk and eating ice cream is good for you—if you're trying to conceive. According to new research published by the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology, low-fat dairy products such as skimmed milk and yogurt can negatively impact ovulation, increasing your risk of infertility. On the other hand, women who ate at least two servings of ice cream a week reduced their risk of infertility by about 38 percent. Lead author of the study, Dr. Jorge Chavarro, says researchers believe the presence of fat soluble substances in dairy foods may improve ovarian function. In a related study, Chavarro found that boosting your iron intake can encourage egg development, and therefore fertility. But be aware: The source of the iron is as important as the amount. Women who consumed their iron from non-animal sources, such as legumes, grains, and supplements, had the greatest protection against infertility. So … Eat: ice cream, whole milk, pasta, spinach, and baked beans Avoid: low-fat yogurt, skim milk, red meat And enjoy—this may be the only time a pint of Ben and Jerry's can be considered health food!
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