Dr. Laura,

I've been listening to you for years and consider you one of my chief advisers for having a good marriage and raising our children. We recently had to remove our 21 year old son from our home due to years of lying, stealing, and drug use. In the middle of all this, we were holding vigil waiting for my father to pass. I believe your advice over the years has prepared me for this difficult time and given me the courage and understanding to take the steps necessary and still keep my sanity. My wife and I could have easily been torn apart by this, but with the help of our faith, church, family and you, we will endure and come out stronger.

I implore you to never give up your ministry. There will always be detractors and haters out there trying to take shots at you. I no longer hesitate to jump into the fray and defend you. I have your back. I'm sure there are millions of people who have been positively affected by you.

My wife and I recently celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary and I believe you are a large part of this. More things are desperately needed in this day and age to strengthen marriages.

God Bless

R.