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Discuss: è Sophie is searching for information on a classic photo, taken in Time Square, that represents love. What classic examples of love can you think of? Share with each other. è “I was thinking that while I was there…I could write.” Sophie has a hard time getting out what she wants to say. Her fiancé hardly has time for her. Do you know when your spouse is not feeling ok, bothered by something, needing a listening ear? è A trip to Verona, Italy. Have you been able to take romantic getaways? Honeymoon or since then? How can you have a romantic “getaway” without physically getting-away?  What is a romantic date that you would enjoy? è Sophie “tags along” on some of the vendor expedition, but her fiancé does not want to join her in the things she is interested in. How do you find balance in sight seeing and other ventures between the two of you? è “Husbands are like wine, they take a long time to mature.” In what ways do you hope that your spouse never matur...

Two Is Better Than One è “...That’s the real war. Our generation against theirs.” Mr. Beardsley was a single father with 10 children. He was very overwhelmed. In marriage we can share responsibilities, which helps to lighten the load. How do you share responsibilities of your children? è Both Frank and Helen are distraught on their date, because they are worried about telling each other how many children they each have. Has there been something you needed to tell your spouse, but couldn’t find a way or were concerned with what their response may be? Is there anything you need to tell each other? Quality Time è Both parents work hard taking care of their children, getting everyone to bed. They may get some time to themselves after kids are in bed. In marriage the work is shared some and then you can spend time together once the kids are in bed. Do you spend this time together or co-exist, focusing on other things? How could you better utilize the time after the...

A movie full of encouragement, food, laughter, and great husbands! Supportiveness è Eric joins his wife in watching Julia Child’s cooking show. Julie’s project becomes a sort of obsession with Julia Child and her life. Eric supports her by joining her in some of her cooking adventures, learning with her, etc. In what ways can you improve your marital quality time? è Julie’s friend asks to interview her for an article she is writing. It ends up being far from what was implied, and Julie is upset. Did she “fail” her twenties? Eric tells her that she is a writer and she should have her own blog. How do you feel about aging and your accomplishments? è Julia gets a letter from her sister stating she is pregnant. She is excited, but you see her fall apart in the kitchen. Paul comes over and holds her. He doesn’t say anything, just holds her. Sorrows are often in our relationships.   Where do you put your time and energy to keep your mind off disappointments? What mom...

There are so many different relationships happening in this movie. Enjoy the film and then discuss the following: è “I am no mechanic, but I think it is something to do with brakes”. The family enters Europe (France) and the brakes go out on their van. The rest of the family is getting frustrated and worried about things, while the father remains calm and has hope that they will find a place that will suit them. What kind of calm can be in your marriage and family if you remain calm in uncertain times? è “…I think my family believes they died in the accident and now we are in heaven”. The family is very grateful to Marguerite for helping them, but especially for such delicious food. Do you show gratitude for the things that others do for you, even if it has become “expected” that they will do these things? How does gratitude change the atmosphere of your marriage? è “Asking for a discount does not mean I am poor, it means I am thrifty.” What are some characteristics o...