It began with: “In sickness and in health….” It has been a promise, a commitment, and a way of life—a very personal part of couple relationships, as we care for one another in the marriage years. Couples often believe the responsibility to care for each other is theirs alone. Older …
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Aging Gracefully
Edward sat gazing blankly out the window of his small, drab room in the care facility of his children’s choice. Breakfast had been less than satisfying, and lunch would probably be the same. Nothing seemed to vary in his daily routine. Now he had time, and more time, to sit …
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Living with Fibromyalgia
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10 Ways to Walk Smart
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From Bulimia to Hope
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Want Some Rat Poison?
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Your Sweet Tooth
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Pregnancy and Miscarriage
My husband and I were so excited when we saw two pink lines instead of one. What a surprise. What a joy! We were going to have a baby! Over the next several days, we felt like we were living in a dream. While shopping in stores, we noticed every …
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Purrfect Peace
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Beautiful Spectrum
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The Need for Forgiveness
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Putting Away Christmas
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Do You Love Me?
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Playing it Safe
If we always hold back and try to play it safe, then maybe we aren’t really living. Many cautionary voices clamor for our attention from far and near. “Be careful for that curve up ahead. Don’t eat this. Get more rest. Take your vitamins. Watch out for that guy over …
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Leaders and Followers
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Finding Your Mission
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Answering Hard Questions
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Heaven for Calvin
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Cup of Kindness
Sunshine peeked into my apartment windows, streaming its friendly rays onto my kitchen counter. Grabbing my purse, I slid my wallet in and snatched my keys off the key ring. It had been a chaotic morning, having slept through my alarm. Sighing, I locked the house and sprinted toward my …
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Impeached
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The Birds Sing
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Temporary Death
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Imitate God