The topic of Domestic violence and abuse is generally hushed by the society. Victims usually remain muted; blame themselves for such behavior or attempt to make things normal. Physical assault and abusive behavior along with other elements combined by a partner is regarded as Domestic violence and abuse. Those are technically different but the term • Read More »
The title is the title of a book written by Thomas Wolfe. This book was not published until after Wolfe’s passing in 1940. I have read parts of the book, and have concluded that the author wrote of his feelings of anguish. He was a German ex-patriot in America during the early 1900’s and he • Read More »
First, the marriage of Adam and Eve was consecrated by God Himself. Marriage in fact is the first institution established by God for man. And it being the first must be very important. So important that the Savior likens the relationship of Himself and the church as a marriage which will be consecrated in Heaven • Read More »
It can be difficult as a parent to not help out your children when they are in need financially. But when is enough, enough? Baby Boomers are risking their retirement by helping their adult children long term. Due to the fact that unemployment seems to be increasing and minimum wage is nothing to be proud • Read More »
You get dressed up, stand in front of your friends and family, spend an insane amount of money for pictures & food (which you usually can’t take home), and when it’s all said & done, you’re exhausted. Welcome to being married. Now, while this may be a somewhat trite & narrow view at this institution, • Read More »
Imagine this: Its a soggy summertime day, the kids are all at home, and are weary of lying about with nothing to do. The programs on TV are getting repetitive, and they aren’t interested in reading books. Their tedium is foremost in their thoughts, and they just will not cease sounding off about it. How • Read More »
Maybe I am morbid, or paranoid, or having a mid-life crisis… but I feel the need to write down the things I hope my children will know in life, should I not be here to teach it to them. Or maybe I will be here and forget a few of these along the way! I • Read More »
If you live in an area with variable weather, such as Michigan, or just have a high-traffic home, it can leave your tile and grout looking dirty, faded and dull over time. Normal scrubbing and wiping are not enough to penetrate the ground in dirt that clings to grout. Unsealed, or untreated, tile and grout • Read More »
There is the “should” that says that you should be able to solve your own problems without help. Here is the rationale: “If your relationship has enough tension and strain that help is needed, the relationship is not going to make it anyway, so why waste time and money with counseling?” The reality is that • Read More »
Find out the true effects of divorce on children… Summary: There are often mixed opinions about the true effects of divorce on children. The following article covers facts gathered from various resources over the years. We’ll shed some light on and uncover the REAL effects that divorce could have on your children should you choose • Read More »
