I don't have one, but two sets of incredible in-laws, due to remarriages... More >>

When I was in my twenties, my mom never understood why I couldn't pick a man to marry. What she should have asked me was why couldn't I pick a FAMILY to marry... More >>

I read your blog 'How to Act Around a Dying Loved One' and it reminded me of a poem I wrote before attending a funeral of a friend's father... More >>

My only child was diagnosed with a rare liver disease at age 21 and will need a liver transplant sometime in the next 10 years. We've listened to your show since he was a child, and I thought I'd share what a 23-year-old adult man thought about his stay-at-home mom after all these years... More >>

I just wanted to thank you for your 'make your house a home' ideas! It's because of you, we now have Sunday show and tell nights and it brings the whole family together... More >>

...I grew up in a house with my brother, Dad and Mother. Then when I was 13 or 14 they took in children from a relative and that is when life became even worse than it already was.... More >>

When I was single, I was not a chick magnet, so I was easily pleased. As a result, I went out rarely and typically with bizarre people. I never asked myself, 'should I be with this person?' My only concern was, 'will she go out with me again?'... More >>

I have the most amazing relationship with my daughter-in-law. I approached this new marriage the same way I had with my daughter and son-in-law years ago... More >>

...After reading your book I know now I do not have to be around toxic people. My #1 priority is now my husband and kids. I have stopped the cycle of abuse and will no longer accept abusive behavior from my 'family'... More >>

...You reminded me I took vows to my husband and NOT my mother, who had been slowly taking over my life, my parenting, and every vacation we planned. When I finished the call with you, I felt like I had been kicked in the gut. You took all the superficial nonsense air right out of me... More >>