The relationship between Couples Retreat and Peter Billingsley is entwined with a passion plan. The Los Angeles Times called Billingsley the perfect person for Couples Retreat. He moved from being the little boy in Christmas Story coveting the BB gun to a serious director, although originally he was to produce the movie.
And what is so endearing is that he didn’t just fall into the role, he studied and planned and evolved into it — just as couples who have been together forever can evolve into romantic partners and passionate lovers even after a lull.
Our passion plan: We always saved one week-end for ourselves — no parties, no neighbors, no overnight guests — it was our own Couple’s Retreat from the world and from children. You do not have to go away for a Couple’s Retreat, but it helps.
And keep in mind, I am a big advocate of the shag bag of naughty pleasures or relaxing body rubs with very good champagne.But in a world of busy-ness, it is important to mark your calendars — and no matter how tempting an invitation to be with others may seem,. just remember another invitation will come your way. But moments of anticipated togetherness with a husband or lover need to be cultivated.
Couples Retreats in reality should be approached with caution: Make certain that they are run by a qualified marriage specialist, preferably one associated with a hospital or university teaching program. Get recommendations and evaluate carefully.
Here is what Billingsley was quoted as saying in the Los Angeles Times: “When you’re a child actor and play the precocious kid, the temptation is to wear leather pants or a cutoff shirt to redefine yourself,” Billingsley says. “But I never felt the need to randomly reshuffle the deck and say, ‘Don’t call me Peter. Call me Pete.’ I just figured you evolve naturally and you’ll be recognized for what your successes are.” Peter Billingsley a natural for ‘Couples Retreat’ — latimes.com
Couples who are carefully nurturing won’t feel a need to “reshuffle the deck” or reinvent themselves. But setting aside time to help each other evolve naturally will keep you from growing apart.
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