Dear God, Our Dog Abby Died
Our 14-year-old dog Abbey died last month. The day after she passed away my 4-year-old daughter Meredith was crying and talking about how much she missed Abbey. She asked if we could write a letter to God so that when Abbey got to heaven, God would recognize her. I told her that I thought we could so, and she dictated these words: Dear God, Will you please take care of my dog? She died yesterday and is with you in heaven. I miss her very much. I am happy that...
Read More11 Rules that You Won’t Learn in School About Marriage
Rule 1: Marriage isn't about your happiness. It's not about you getting all your needs met through another person. Practicing self-denial and self-sacrifice, patience, understanding, and forgiveness are the fundamentals of a great marriage. If you want to be the center of the universe, then there's a much better chance of that happening if you stay single. Rule 2: Getting married gives a man a chance to step up and finish growing up. The best preparation for marriage for a single...
Read MoreLive, Laugh, Love!
The words "Live, Laugh, Love" dance on the wall in my family room; a reminder of the best way to embrace the moment, the day. Yet, before long they become another fixture that we fail to notice, let alone read and live by the sage advice. If big words hanging on the wall in a room the four of us are in many times each day are not enough to get us to notice and act — to live well, laugh often, and love much — what will it take? Effort, that’s what. Making it more...
Read MoreStopping to Treasure our Loved Ones
The doorbell just rang. Outside my door sat an 8″ x 8″ priority mail box. I looked at the label to see who it was from. Oh yes, I know her. She started out as a client (and still is), but has blossomed into a wonderful friend. Excited to see what was inside this box, I tore open the packaging. Opening the flaps I was greeted with pink shredded paper that protected the gift. Doing what every good girl does first, I read the enclosed letter: Dear Lori, Just thinking of...
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