🎉 This week, we’re celebrating 26 years of marriage! 🎉 And in honor of this milestone, we decided to do something different. Instead of just sharing a handful of insights, my husband, Duane, and I are each dedicating an entire episode to the 26 biggest lessons we’ve learned over the past 26 years together.

In this episode, Duane takes the mic and gets real about marriage from a husband’s perspective. He shares what he’s learned—from leadership and communication to date nights, conflict resolution, and even the secret power of choreplay (yes, that’s a thing!).

So whether you’re a husband looking to strengthen your marriage, a wife who wants to understand her husband better, or a couple wanting to grow together, this episode is packed with valuable marriage wisdom you won’t want to miss.

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The Reality of Marriage: 26 Years of Growth

Marriage isn’t something you master overnight—it’s a journey. And after more than two and a half decades together, Duane and I have realized that growing in marriage isn’t about reaching perfection, but about continually learning, adjusting, and loving each other through every season.

One of the most powerful realizations? The spouse you married will NOT be the same person 26 years later—and that’s a good thing!

We’ve grown together, and through the highs and lows, we’ve learned some powerful lessons that we hope will help others on their journey.

Top Takeaways from This Episode

1. A Wife Wants a Husband Who Leads

Despite what society may say, wives want their husbands to lead—not in a controlling way, but in a way that makes them feel safe, secure, and cared for. When a husband leads with love, vision, and responsibility, it frees his wife to thrive in her role as a partner, nurturer, and supporter.

2. Never Be Too “Manly” to Say Sorry

Saying “I’m sorry” doesn’t make you weak—it makes you a better man. Owning your mistakes and apologizing shows maturity and strength in marriage.

3. Continue to Date Your Wife

The busyness of life—kids, work, responsibilities—can easily make couples drift apart. Intentional date nights and trips together are a must for keeping the spark alive!

4. Choreplay is Real!

Men, listen up—helping out around the house is more attractive than you think! Contributing to household responsibilities reduces stress, fosters teamwork, and yes, can even spark romance.

5. Listen to Understand, Not Just to Respond

There’s a huge difference between hearing and listening. One of the biggest lessons Duane shares in this episode is how truly listening to your spouse can transform your marriage.

6. Protect Your Marriage Bubble

Outside influences—friends, family, social media—can negatively impact your relationship if you’re not careful. Prioritizing and protecting your marriage is essential to long-term happiness.

Marriage is a lifelong journey of growth, and these lessons are ones that can benefit every couple, whether you’ve been married for one year or twenty-six.

If you’re a husband, this episode is your guide to becoming the best partner you can be. And wives—share this with your husband! He might just hear something that changes the way he approaches marriage.

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And don’t forget—next week, I’ll be sharing MY 26 lessons from 26 years of marriage! Stay tuned for part two.

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Husbands—what’s one lesson you’ve learned in marriage that has strengthened your relationship? Drop a comment below or connect with us on social media!

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