Not Sex, Sass, and Self-Care — But Signed, Sealed, and S__________
Part 5 of Two Become One: The Prelude to a Joy-Filled Marriage
Sex.
Sass.
Self-care.
The internet would have us believe that these are the three ingredients for a lasting, joy-filled marriage.
And honestly? They do play a role.
A healthy marriage should absolutely have romance, confidence, and care for your mind and body.
But ask any couple who’s been in it for the long haul, and they’ll tell you those things are just the icing on the cake.
Because what keeps love alive… is something deeper.
Something less trendy, but far more powerful.
Let me introduce you to a couple who lives it out every day.
Meet David and Rochelle
They've been married for 17 years — high school sweethearts who reconnected after college. David is steady, funny, and loves old-school jazz. Rochelle is bold, graceful, and has a laugh that makes you smile just hearing it.
They flirt. They play. They pray.
And they’re very much still in love.
The Little Things Speak Loudly
David takes out the trash without being asked.
Rochelle leaves love notes in his lunch bag — sometimes corny, sometimes flirty.
He warms up her car when it’s cold outside.
She picks up his favorite cigar when she’s running errands “just because.”
Last weekend, Rochelle surprised him with a two-night stay at a cabin in the woods.
No phones. No emails. Just the two of them and a stack of their favorite board games.
When they came home, David had a bouquet waiting on the kitchen counter — wildflowers, her favorite.
Sass, Self-Care, and Sacred Intimacy
They tease each other in the best way:
“You’re not wearing that outdated ‘dad’ hat, are you?” she says, laughing.
“Only if you don’t come home with half your head shaved at the salon,” he fires back.
They both chuckle — then head out for their monthly couples massage.
She goes to her stylist every two weeks. He keeps his barbershop Saturdays like clockwork.
They work out together a few times a week — not out of vanity, but to take care of what God gave them.
And yes — there’s intimacy.
Sex isn’t a chore for them.
It’s not a bargaining chip. It’s a joyful, holy expression of the love they share — a God-given gift that draws them together as one flesh.
But the Secret Ingredient?
Rochelle once said it best over coffee with a friend:
“I know he loves me, not because he says it — but because he serves me in a hundred little ways.
And I love serving him too. Not because I have to… but because I get to.”
The Third “S” — Revealed
Signed.
Sealed.
And…
Served.
Not the kind of service that’s burdensome.
But the kind that comes from love.
Scripture says it this way:
“…Through love, serve one another.” — Galatians 5:13
Jesus didn’t come to be served, but to serve (Matthew 20:28).
And when we model our marriages after Christ, service becomes the soil where love grows.
It’s not about keeping score.
It’s about showing up — day after day — with a heart that says:
“I choose you. Again and again. Even when it’s inconvenient. Especially when it’s inconvenient.”
The Offer: More Than a Marriage License
At Notary Near Me Florida, I don’t just sign marriage licenses. I help couples step into a sacred covenant — one that’s Signed, Sealed, and ready to be Served.
Whether you're newly engaged or renewing your vows, your ceremony should reflect not just your love story, but the kind of marriage you’re building — one with a foundation strong enough to last a lifetime.
If you're ready to start your journey with intention, faith, and joy — I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
Schedule your free consultation today at www.notarynearme-florida.com
Or call/text me at 813-239-4117 to chat about how we can make your ceremony meaningful and memorable.
Let’s celebrate your covenant, your commitment, and the love that leads to a Joy for a Lifetime.
