Dive into an intimate conversation with wedding photographers Kareem and Sandy Virgo as they share their journey from college sweethearts to successful business partners. This candid discussion reveals how they overcame age differences, built a thriving photography business during COVID, and navigated the emotional complexities of fertility struggles and pregnancy loss.

The Virgos open up about the delicate balance of working together as husband and wife, how they've shot over a thousand weddings, and the profound spiritual growth they've experienced along the way. Their story beautifully illustrates how vulnerability, resilience, and faith can transform both personal relationships and professional endeavors.

## Timestamps:
- 8:30 - How Kareem and Sandy met in college despite their 5-year age gap
- 23:45 - Transitioning from accounting careers to wedding photography
- 37:20 - How they built their business during COVID with virtual photoshoots
- 49:15 - Their fertility journey and experience with IVF
- 1:05:30 - Navigating pregnancy loss and the different ways men and women process grief
- 1:25:40 - The importance of men expressing vulnerability and emotion

## Key Takeaways:
- Success in both marriage and business requires recognizing and valuing each partner's unique strengths
- Sometimes what appears to be an obstacle (like COVID) can become your greatest opportunity for innovation
- Fertility struggles affect both partners, though often in different ways
- Men need permission and space to express vulnerability and process grief
- Faith can provide strength during life's most challenging moments

Want to hear more stories of couples who've built legacies together while navigating life's challenges? Listen to this powerful conversation that will inspire you to approach your own relationships with greater intention and compassion.

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Are you searching for deeper meaning in relationships? This powerful episode of the Dear Future Wifey podcast, recorded live at Forward City Church, dives into the divine purpose of marriage beyond cultural expectations. Host Laterras Whitfield creates a space where singles and couples alike explore how true partnership can chase "ten thousand demons to flight."

The conversation begins with a profound revelation about marriage as more than just personal fulfillment—it's a covenant that unleashes divine power and authority. Through candid discussions with church members ranging from 22 to 39 years old, we hear stories of transformation, healing, and the journey toward becoming the right person rather than just finding the right person.

Key moments include:

- 5:30 - The spiritual power that's activated when two people enter covenant marriage

- 18:45 - A young man's journey from toxic masculinity to godly leadership

- 27:10 - A military veteran's story of marrying for the wrong reasons and finding redemption

- 39:25 - Pastor Travis Greene's insights on maintaining marriage through intentional covering

- 45:15 - Dr. Jackie Greene's warning about prioritizing motherhood over marriage

This episode challenges listeners to align their preferences with God's will rather than cultural standards. As Dr. Jackie powerfully states: "I could have had karats, but I had a man with character." It's a reminder that character trumps material possessions in building a lasting foundation.

Ready to transform your approach to relationships? Listen now to discover how covenant partnership can unlock healing, purpose, and spiritual authority in your life!

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In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Cassandra Robertson as she shares her journey through grief following the loss of her husband Carl after 33 years of marriage. With raw honesty, Cassandra opens up about the multi-layered nature of grief and how she's learning to navigate her new reality - from the first night alone in their home to finding strength in her community and faith.

Cassandra's story isn't just about loss - it's about the beautiful love empire she and Carl built together, one founded on respect, honor and complete devotion. She shares how Carl emptied himself of every ounce of love he had for her, and how she did the same for him until his final breath. Her testimony serves as a powerful reminder of what true covenant love looks like, especially through the "for worse" parts of marriage.

## Timestamps and Key Takeaways:
- 5:30 - The multi-layered nature of grief and the importance of community
- 12:45 - Returning home alone for the first time and facing grief head-on
- 19:20 - Building a "love empire" and protecting what matters in marriage
- 27:15 - Finding gratitude even in life's waiting periods
- 35:40 - The beauty of emptying yourself completely for someone you love
- 42:30 - Advice for those supporting someone through grief

This conversation is essential listening for anyone navigating loss, supporting someone through grief, or wanting to build a relationship that stands the test of time. Cassandra's wisdom about "proper love" and her courage to face her new reality will leave you reflecting on how you approach your own relationships and life's inevitable transitions.

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