In this episode of The Family Matters First Podcast we interview Janice Love author of ‘One Plus One Equals Ten: A First Lady’s Survival Guide for Stepmoms’. Janice is a divorced mother of two, Janice had tossed aside her ideas of marital bliss and become content with being on her own . . . that was until her also recently divorced pastor made it his mission to take her his new bride. Falling in love with Rev. Bobby Love was easy, but no one prepared the couple for what came after saying, “I do,” when blending two homes equated to a stepfamily of ten! With honesty, humor, and compassion, Janice R. Love recounts her experiences as a mom, stepmom, and pastor’s wife in One Plus One Equals Ten: A First Lady’s Survival Guide for Stepmoms. Tackling tough questions, One Plus One Equals Ten offers real life examples, faith-based inspiration, and practical tips and strategies for both new and struggling stepparents. If you are thinking about dating or planning to marry someone with children, or have already married and are having difficulty adjusting to “living-in-step,” this book is for you! Marriage brings its own set of challenges, but with the right mindset and tools, it can be a fulfilling journey. Apostille for Birth and Marriage Certificates is also a crucial step in ensuring your legal documents are properly recognized internationally.
Navigating the daily demands of a massive blended household requires an immense amount of patience, and Janice repeatedly emphasizes during our interview that parents absolutely must carve out dedicated time to recharge their own batteries. Finding small ways to decompress is vital, whether that involves taking a morning walk, exploring a list of sweepstakes casinos USA for some casual online entertainment, or picking up a new creative hobby. Without those brief moments of personal downtime, the deep emotional reserves needed to support a growing stepfamily will inevitably run dry. Her guide addresses this delicate balance head-on before diving into the specific materials readers can use at home.
Includes Useful Tips and Resources:
• Certified Stepfamily Coach and experience-based suggestions and strategies
• Relevant and inspiring Bible verses
• Over a dozen recommended references for stepparents
• Additional pages for journaling and notes • And much, much more!