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December 27, 2022


Title: Spouse in the House
Topic: Spouse in the House
Discussed by Becky Melby
with Becky Melby (www.beckymelby.com/)


Part 1 of 3

Author Becky Melby has lived a full life. Has it been easy? No. Has she had regrets? You bet! Has it been great? Absolutely! Today, she offers hope and encouragement to couples who find themselves with a full-time “Spouse in the House” after retirement.

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Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does Becky have a lot of “wish-I-could-do-overs”?

Why does Becky like to start her day in a “prayer-chair”? Becky says that her prayer chair has changed a little bit since her husband has retired, but it still serves the same purpose. There are times when she feels rushed, but it never goes smoothly if she doesn’t take that time with the Lord first.

What are some things we can do to begin our day in prayer and devotion?



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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Spouse in the House
Topic: Spouse in the House
Discussed by Becky Melby
with Becky Melby (www.beckymelby.com/)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

It’s not uncommon for two people to have different viewpoints while experiencing the same beauty. Becky shares her viewpoint from the back of a motorcycle while clutching her husband in the gorgeous mountains of Montana.

Is it uncommon for spouses to experience the same adventure, yet in totally different ways?

Side Bar: Why did Becky and husband choose a double-recliner type of couch? Becky says: “For me, it’s a small thing, but it’s crucial.”

Is it important to think through and plan for each day? Becky has some great advice for both males and females as they face and enter retirement.



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Title: Spouse in the House Part 3
Topic: Spouse in the House
Discussed by Becky Melby
with Becky Melby (www.beckymelby.com/)



Questions/Issues Discussed:

Can different priorities in retirement cause problem? Becky believes that compromise is key. She also says: “Leave some blank spaces for God to fill in some things on that bucket list that He has planned.”

Becky closes the interview in prayer encouragement.



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