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For All the Times Your Spouse is Crazy…

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Marriage is tough business and couples tend to...clash. For all the times things get a little dicey in your marriage, snatch up this book--with all it's laughs and encouragement to love your spouse, it's exactly what you need to add some perspective to your marriage!

My husband is a fabulous man. He’s full of ideas and plans.

Some of these plans are better than others.

Some of these plans include spending our date night at Home Depot shopping for refrigerators.

I’ve written before about how we don’t always see eye to eye on how we spend holidays.

About our varying definitions of relaxation (spoiler alert: his involves horseshoe pits and a lot of 2x4s).

And about how I love him despite his insistence on chewing milkshakes.

But when I recently found myself casing out freezer drawers with a dude named Chuck on a Friday night while my husband trolled the tool aisle, I realized we had reached a whole new level.

The kind of level that begs to be shared in the new book, Clash of the Couples, out today.

Crystal Ponti, Editor of the book, describes Clash of the Couples as “a new anthology featuring a collection of absurd lovers’ quarrels and relationship spats. Couples just starting their journeys and those who have been together ‘forever’ will relate to dozens of short stories running the “one said, the other said” gamut—from disagreements over furniture, to who gets the last beer, to where to store the placenta (yes, you read that right)”.

I’m honored to be included in this book, and it’s been a delight to work with Ponti, full of enthusiasm and dedication for this anthology. I love the book’s approach to recognizing the love and respect couples can have for each other while still taking time out to chuckle about the ridiculousness that ensues when sharing your life with someone.

When my husband decided to swing by the tool store for date night, let's just say it was one of the more interesting evenings of our marriage. Head over and read how we are totally rocking couple time!

The other authors in this book are funny.  And since we could all use a laugh break, take a minute out now from your own crazy day to snatch up a copy–and maybe buy a few extra to stockpile as holiday gifts. Your funny bone will thank you, and a shot of giggles is good for any marriage.

I’m also giving away two copies of the book here! As long as you are 18 or older and live in the continental U.S., you are eligible to win! Just leave a comment below by 5am ET on 11/10/14 and tell me you’d like a copy and why you want it–or tell me a funny couple story you have, because we all like those 😉

In the meantime, thanks for supporting this new book, and all of my writing efforts. Having you follow along with me here, and on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Instagram means the world.  Thank you, friends!

 

Snag a copy of Clash of the Couples for only $0.99! What a deal! Treat for yourself or early holiday gift!

*****11/14/14 update: Congrats to winners Shannon C. and Ashley!*****

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Meredith

Meredith blogs at The Mom of the Year, where she dedicatedly earns her title one epic parenting fail at a time, offering quick, relatable laughs for fellow parents and all their empathizers. She has been part of several best-selling anthologies, featured on prominent sites such as Huffington Post, In the Powder Room and BlogHer, and loves her role as the Executive VP/Operations Manager of The BlogU Conference. When she's not breaking up fights over Legos and juice boxes, she remains fully committed to sharing a less serious look at the world of parenting.

Comments

  6. Chris Dean says

    Lady, I just about wet myself laughing as I read your story!
    So excited and honored to be part of this project with you. And just for the record, best graphic ever!

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  8. Linda Roy says

    So great to be a part of this project with you Meredith! Your piece is hilarious! Though, I’m jouncing so much for a new refrigerator that I’d actually give up a date night to shop for one. I think I need an intervention! lol

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  9. Ellen says

    I would like to win a copy of this book because I am a huge fan and I am sure I can relate to some of the stories.

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  12. Erika says

    Would love to read another book with you in it! Lots of stories with hubby, but none make me laugh as much as yours!

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  13. Shannon C. says

    This book sounds great! We have a funny story from very early in our marriage when my hubby went fishing on my birthday. He planned on being back in time to take me out for dinner, but things happened and well… now we have a great story. Best line ever (or worst, depending on how you look at it) “Well, I’m sorry your birthday is in the middle of the salmon run”. Not even kidding here, he actually said that, and I still love him to death!

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  14. WhenCrazyMeetsExhaustion says

    I’m still kicking myself for not getting my butt in gear to contribute to this. Lord knows I have enough clashes to make the world go ’round! CONGRATS, beautiful lady–so very thrilled for all of your recent successes. You deserve everything coming your way! xo

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  15. Julia Arnold says

    Meredith, I bet so many of us can relate to your story– actually, all of the stories– in the book. One time I was even annoyed when my husband took precious babysitter time to go to the ATM, so I can only imagine how ticked off I’d be if he made a stop at the hardware store. Ha! Congrats on this exciting new book. I’m happy to be in there with you!
    ~Julia

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  16. Carrie says

    I’d love to have a copy of this book! I could use a good laugh these days. I’m a first time mom of a 4 month old and stress is high these days. My husband’s idea of helping is entertaining the baby while watching TV and me doing everything else, including changing most diapers. Lol. Gotta love men! At least he’s “entertaining” the baby ;).

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  17. Bev says

    Ooh, I am very excited to read your story! My husband and I have certainly had our share of non-datenight dates, especially since becoming parents.

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