Exit Bitterness
My mother and grandmother had a contentious relationship. I say “relationship” very gingerly. As a youth the divorce of her parents put a wedge between…
My mother and grandmother had a contentious relationship. I say “relationship” very gingerly. As a youth the divorce of her parents put a wedge between…
You’re into preparation mode-shopping, cooking, invitations, fundraisers, junk mail, Christmas cards, special parties. And this is above and beyond the regular stuff on your plate–sports…
What makes a great mother in law and how can you be a godly mother in law that draws your family closer together? Becoming an…
Are you a stepparent that’s facing grown stepchildren problems? In need of some confidence in dealing with adult stepchildren? You’re not alone. Whether you are…
Exhausting, exhilarating, bonding, hysterical and oh yeah, did I mention exhausting?? Yes! We just had our annual “Yates Family Reunion.” We have 5 kids, all…
There’s nothing like a wedding, graduation, prom, or special occasion to get the tension taut in a stepfamily. That’s because dreams, family traditions, and high…
It’s not news: The reading habits of over 100 million have cannibalized the rest of the publishing world. EL James’s Fifty Shades of Grey has…
I waited as long as I could for Ray to come to bed but sleep overtook me. I knew it was like so many times…
I have two fine sons, amazing men. But when I think about it, one of best things they have ever done is to marry the…
October through December can be an excruciating time of year for those who have experienced a loss. In addition to the death of a loved…