My wife Judy was called home to be with her Lord Jesus in heaven on May 25, 2001, after a 32-month struggle with breast cancer. Judy had run the race that Jesus set before her.  She struggled before crossing the starting line, but she did the most important part right: the FINISH.  She ended the race at full speed, charging ahead and eager for...

No matter where they're from - be it Africa, Armenia, Kenya or Canada - brides want to look beautiful on their wedding day. And yet, what that means exactly, varies. It seems wedding traditions are as diverse as the world's cultures. But one thing is certain: a wedding is always a celebration. Bridal fashions When it comes to the dress, most...

"Best friend" can sound like a silly, childish term to many people. It conjures up images of playground arguments between little girls, but it is a term that is dear to my heart. I met Jocelyn in 1974, in Mrs. Ball's kindergarten class. I was four years old and she was five. Over the course of a year spent huddled over the sand table and the craft...

Sometimes, people will try to get you to do things you don't want to do by badgering and manipulating you. They might give you lots of reasons, ridicule, beg, or accuse you. They hope that if they try hard enough and long enough, they will wear you down and convince you to give in. Here's a simple technique to help you deal with these situations....

Please answer each question honestly, bearing in mind that while it is impossible to fail this test, your answers may determine where you'll spend the night. 1. When you are wrong, you will admit it to your partner: A. Within seconds. B. Just as soon as cows produce root beer. C. Usually before sunset. 2. On your most recent vacation, you: A....

As an Officer Cadet, it was not difficult to get dates. The uniform and the invitations to military balls ensured a steady supply of girls who were willing to date me. Kingston also had a hospital with a resident nurse’s training program and a civilian university, so there were always girls living away from home and seeking companionship. I...

My husband and I have been married for four years. Our marriage has lost that spark. I recently finished college and I am now working 6 days a week. I use to do all the house chores plus the chores outside. Now I feel overloaded. I've tried to get my husband to help but we usually end up not talking to each other. We have had a great marriage before....