Did I Marry the Wrong Guy? and Other Silent Ponderings of a Fairly Normal Christian Woman

by Michelle Stimpson

What wife hasn’t second-guessed herself after a heated discussion or yet another curious incident of the missing remote control? In addition to the title’s question, this book discusses those unspoken thoughts lurking in the back of even Christian women’s minds, such • We’ve Grown Apart • I’m Just Not That Into Sex • I Miss the Thrill of Being Single • I Love My Husband, but I’m Not In Love • Watching My Parents Probably Messed Me Up While these silent ponderings might seem harmless, they have the potential to create a negative undercurrent of resentment if not specifically addressed in prayer. Stimpson tackles tough questions about wifehood in this short, humorous book of wisdom for the not-so-in-love-with-my-husband days.

Genres: Marriage

84 pages, Paperback

First published May 15, 2011

About the author

Hello, Goodreads community! I'm Michelle Stimpson, and storytelling is my heartbeat. I've found my calling in penning heartwarming women's fiction that offers a seat at the table of family, humor, and hope. As an author, my greatest joy comes from crafting narratives that resonate with anyone seeking to find laughter and light in the pages of a good book. My tagline, 'Read. Love. Repeat.', is a promise of the emotional journey I aim to provide—engaging stories you’ll love and yearn to revisit.

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Reviews

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would be lying if I said there was never a time when I doubted my choice in Mr. O.  After all, marriage is NOT the fairy tale life some of us envision during our youthful days.  But, I recognize that even fantasy in our minds of how life would be different if we had a different spouse or situation only serves to undermine the life we DO have.  Besides, I recognize that we should be working to help our spouse get to heaven while they do the same.

Those thoughts are echoed in this title.  And, Michelle Stimpson has written to share not only that these doubts can occur for any Christian trying to be a good wife, but that through prayer and God’s grace we can move beyond them and strengthen our marriages.  Recognizing that her book is not meant to be a complete solution source, she shares titles for further reading on the topics covered in the ebook.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would be lying if I said I never wondered about my husband. If I said I never thought maybe I should’ve waited to get married. So, this book really appealed to me. I knew that, at the very least, I could relate to it. Fortunately, as I was reading, I could see that – in most of the issues presented in this book – my husband and I are actually in a pretty good spot, for the most part. Still, I’ve struggled with some of these issues, and Lord knows I probably will again at some point.

I loved Michelle’s voice in this book. She’s very conversational, very easy to read. It’s almost like sitting down and talking with a girl friend, listening to her advice, learning some new things. And the prayers at the end of each chapter – wonderful. They’re short and to the point, making it easy for a wife to pray over whatever issue(s) are front and center in her life.

I would highly recommend this to any married woman who has ever wondered if her Mr. Right isn’t so right after all. Not only do we have easily relatable anecdotes, but Michelle offers comfort and great words of wisdom to her readers.

[Cynthia Dickerson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book! I expected a lot of dogging out and plenty of belly aching of the husband's behavior. What Michelle Stimpson sneaked in was a spiritual led one on one wife counseling. Thanks for the marriage tips, and prayers, I got for fractional cost of a marriage session. Excellent read for wives to recognize her own Prince Charming with all his imperfections and hers is the right guy she married.

[Dacia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every wife should read this! The book is not about discussing your husband's faults, it is about aligning yourself with what God would have you to be.