Marital Bliss with a kiss of reality

Marital Bliss with a kiss of reality by Christy Smucker. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780984330454.

Written from a Christian perspective, Marital Bliss candidly addresses the adjustments many brides face in transitioning from single life to married. Identity issues, becoming a part of a new community, building friendships, communication, intimacy, finances, hospitality, and canning and freezing are a few of the topics demystified in this helpful, friend-to-friend read. One of the fun features of the book is a compilation of survey answers from brides across the country at the end of every chapter. These answers are proof once again that there are many types of normal. Brides experience a metamorphosis which often leads to questioning herself. This book is like a friend coming alongside her, telling her she is doing fine, and helping to guide her when she feels more like sitting on the couch with tears instead of lighting up with the smiles shes seen on the faces of all the other brides she has known. The authors commiserate, but also inspire readers to take their sense of loss to God and grow in their relationship with Him.