Saturday, April 23, 2005

Marriage links for the week  

Ben Wilson tackles the subject of peace in restlessness, and how it relates—and doesn't relate—to marriage.

Doug (CoffeSwirls) says that lotion can cure the 7-year itch. We're coming up on our seventh anniversary (May 23), so that's some information I will definitely keep in mind.

Lori asks married couples to stop and think of two special things you and your spouse have done. Hers are pretty sweet. (This is neither here nor there, but Lori changes her template more than anyone I know.)

When does a boy become a man? Al Mohler offers some thoughts. (HT: Bryan McAnally)

Psychology Today examines how society's definition of masculinity has changed, and how the change has produced more confusion than clarification for mere males trying to be real men. (Thanks to Miss O'Hara for the link.)

Speaking of Miss O'Hara, she has her own post about men, women, marriage, and sexuality that is well worth a read.

Is there any responsibility heavier than choosing a name on behalf of someone who hasn't been born yet? A name lasts a lifetime, and in many ways defines a person. All other things being equal, would John F. Kennedy have been John F. Kennedy if his name had been Buford McGillicuddy? Marla Swoffer outlines a few issues that complicate the process of naming a child.