There's an old saying that the devil wants us to believe we have all the time in the universe because that's the way we get recruited to do nothing or bad things. If you think you are going to live forever, you tend not to value the moment and end up wasting a lot of time... More >>

What spruces up your Labor Day party in split seconds? Skewers. Whether with cooked or raw ingredients, or using wooden or metal sticks, they make the perfect presenter for splashy, healthful - and economical - summer ingredients... More >>

As a kid, I loved the thrill of returning to school after a three-month summer break. And later, as a teacher, summer vacation was an essential recharge for the next school year. Yet, it's time we rethink the traditional school calendar that's been in place for over a century in America, and alter the much beloved summer vacation... More >>

There are surprises you can spring on your spouse, but 'Honey, I want a divorce' is not the kind of surprise anyone wants. To avoid unwanted surprises, never let your relationship go on automatic. Here are four tips to help divorce-proof your relationship... More >>

Both opening this past weekend, 'The Odd Life of Timothy Green' and 'Sparkle' take two very different looks into the lives of young people... More >>

After my first child's first day at kindergarten, I asked how it went. She launched into a detailed description of how a pack of older students surrounded her... More >>

Sometimes people are a lot like dogs. When a dog barks and howls, he is protecting something. So, when you are having a disagreement with someone and they start 'barking and howling,' you have to ask yourself... More >>

...I have a daughter home from college for the summer. In the 8 weeks she's been home, her room has been clean about 5 days. For the past 3 days, I have told her to clean it up. More >>

I wanted to change the world. But I have found that the only thing one can be sure of changing is oneself. More >>

...I am a divorced mom who has decided to dedicate my life to my daughter. I am so angry and frustrated because there are so many single parents acting like children. I see parents who are separated and they immediately seek out a new partner. More >>