Serendipity: "An aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/serendipity With Valentine's Day still a recent memory I thought it would be a good time to talk about what a real relationship requires. In Cathy Marie Hake's book, Serendipity, its two main characters, Todd and Maggie who marry a short time after meeting, learn through various troubles and scrapes the meaning of a God centered marriage. Their troubles range from personality quirks to cultural differences and a difficult mother-in-law. It also puts a different meaning to the word, serendipity, because with God, there is no accidents.
I also, saw The Vow yesterday alongside lots of couples holding hands and sharing popcorn. It was an interesting movie, it could have been better if it stayed true to the actual events that inspired it. There was also a lot of focus on the more physical aspects of their relationship and with any movies these days several scenes that could have gotten rid of. The positive aspects of the movie were embodied in Leo Collin's treatment of his wife after their accident. His focus on her well being and happiness is sharply juxtaposed by her parents and former fiance's relationship with Paige Collin's. If you want to get the story behind the movie read The Vow, by Kim and Krickitt Carpenter with Dana Wilkerson. The actual story shows how their faith played a vital part in their story.
Have a good read, Nina
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