This is really true. No one calls me up to say, “Our marriage is terrific and we aren’t having any problems but we would like to come in and pay you money – just to visit.” I have never once received a call like that. As a matter of fact, I don’t usually hear from…
Details“This is it! The year when I will finally get that new body that I have dreamed about. Oh yes, I have said that before, but this time I really mean it. I have seen the relentless commercials on TV about the discounted gym memberships. You know – the ones that show carb starved men…
DetailsI was intrigued recently as I heard a speaker use this word “nevertheless.” It is not a word that we hear much now days. Probably more popular alternatives are words like – “yet,” “therefore,” or “even so.” But “nevertheless” was such an appropriate word in the context in which he used it. As I listened,…
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First, if you are not familiar with oxytocin, in short, it is a chemical in the brain “believed to be involved in controlling fear, stress, social interactions, love, empathy, and the bonding with and acceptance of others.” It is a chemical that can strengthen good and positive feelings. Who wouldn’t want that? Last time I…
DetailsI came across an article a few months ago in which the author was complaining about the continual need for new passwords. I could relate as every 90 days my university wants me to change my computer password. In the case of the author of the article, his company made him change his every 30…
DetailsThe functions of kissing were the subject of a recent study. Researchers wondered what is it about exchanging saliva that couples find desirable. As a part of nearly every culture in the world, kissing has been found to be a great source of information gathering. Now while that may sound strange, think about it. You…
DetailsLosing our mom is tough – especially when they have been as giving and sacrificial as my mom. There was nobody who didn’t like Mom. I don’t think it was possible. Following my Dad’s passing 12 years ago, Mom moved from Houston to Colorado Springs so that she would be near us. How very fortunate…
DetailsMitigation is probably not a word that we here or use a great deal. But in Colorado, particularly the past year or so, it is a word that has been used quite a bit. Two weeks ago began the Black Forest Fire, the worst wildfire in Colorado history, resulting in the loss of over 500…
DetailsHave you ever found yourself sitting with someone who “has it all together?” They seem to have the perfect tan, the ideal job, the flawless children, unmatchable vacations, teeth that can’t get any whiter, and not a hair out of place. How relaxed did you feel in their presence? My guess is, not very. Instead…
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