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By Dr Bill Maier It is not easy to keep the flames of romance burning when your house is looking like a disaster zone but it can be done. If you cannot remember the last time you and your spouse went on a date, I have one important word for you — “babysitter”. Or is that two words? Whatever it is, make sure you get one… and use them on a weekly basis. A regular date night is critical to keeping couples in touch. Or how about a romantic weekend away — and I do not mean to Disneyworld . Leave the children with a trusted friend or relative and take a short trip to your favourite spot. If you really want to thrill your wife, try taking gifts or flowers home for no particular reason. And call during the day to tell her how much you love her. Romantic times are great but it is the little sparks each day that keep a fire burning hot. From TODAY, Voices - Friday, 30-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta Spice Up Your Passionless Marriage - Part One (lifescript.co...

By Dr Bill Maier There’s nothing wrong with waiting to have kids – as long as your biological clock keeps ticking. Today the average age of a first-time mum is 25 – about three years later than it was a generation ago. The main reason for this is that couples are getting married later in life – which is a good thing – but that’s not the only factor. Many women are choosing to put off motherhood in order to further their education or career. Others are waiting until they’re more financially secure. It’s important to understand the risks of women who have children after the age of 35. They are twice as likely to develop problems like high blood pressure , diabetes , or heart disease . Chances of miscarriage or stillbirth are also much greater. The longer women wait, the higher the risk. It’s good to plan your family wisely; just make sure you’re making informed decisions. From TODAY, Voices - Thursday, 29-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta Indigestion o...

By Dr Bill Maier Most people don’t think much about fire safety until they see their house burning down on the evening news. But most electrical fires can be prevented with a little common sense and diligence. Before plugging something in, or turning something on, make sure the circuit isn’t overloaded. Too many plugs in one outlet is a major hazard. If you need more outlets, always use a power strip with a built in surge protector . It’s also good to check appliance cords regularly, to make sure they’re not getting hot. If they are, have the appliance serviced immediately. And when fuses or circuit breakers trip, don’t just flip them back on. It could be a sign of serious trouble, so have it checked right away. Finally, never use something with a frayed or broken cord. Throw it away or get it fixed. From TODAY, Voices - Wednesday, 28-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta How to Trace a Short Circuit (home-electrical.suite101.com) Electricity Can be ...

By Dr Bill Maier It’s the little things that make children feel special. Things that take almost no time and effort but add up to great memories for their future. Give thanks for every member of the family, for each child by name. Say something like, “Thank you Jinghui, for the way you light up a room when you walk in. We’re so blessed to have such a bright and joyful child.” Speak blessings into your children’s lives through your words and see how it affects their self-worth. The next time you take a trip in the car or walk to the MRT station, ask each child to share their favourite things about their brothers or sisters. Take turns talking about what makes each child unique and special. You’ll be doing more than building your children’s self-image; you’ll be teaching your children how to love and appreciate each other. It isn’t difficult to make children feel special. It just takes a little extra creativity. From TODAY, Voices - Tuesday, 27-July-2010 ----- Related ...

By Dr Bill Maier Looking for some creative ways to make your kids feel special? Here are some ideas to consider. Every year on your child’s birthday, write a letter telling them how much they mean to you. Mention specific ways that they bring joy and laughter into the world. Write about their gifts and talents, and how you believe that they have a bright future. Then keep all the letters in an album and present it to them on their 13th birthday. How about keeping a journal for each child? Write down those funny or bright things they say each day. Make sure you include long passages explaining how much you love them. Then pass the journal on to them when they leave for university or move out of the house. These are just two great ways to bless your children . And you’ll be giving them memories that they’ll treasure forever. From TODAY, Voices - Monday, 26-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta Children Who Need Help - Two - (socyberty.com) Praise You In This Sto...

By Dr James Dobson One of our volunteers at Focus on the Family US tells us about what he saw at a dog show. As part of the competition, about a dozen dogs were commanded to “Stay!” for eight minutes while their owners left the ring. About four minutes into the exercise, our volunteer noticed the dog on the end, a magnificent German Shepherd named Jake. By the time his trainer returned, Jake was lying flat on its stomach with its head on its paws. Everyone expected the trainer to scold the dog but, instead, he bent down, cupped its head in his hands and said with a smile: “That’s okay, Jake. We’ll do better next time.” There’s a lesson here for parents, too. Children are going to disappoint us. It’s an inevitable part of child-rearing . And when they do, our natural reaction is to bark at them and scold them. If we are wise, however, we’ll remember that they’re only children, just like we used to be, and simply say with warmth: “That’s okay. You’ll do better next time.” ...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr James Dobson A lookout on a battleship reported light in the distance, so the captain had the signalman send a message, “We’re on a collision course . Advise you change your course 20 degrees.” Minutes later a signal came back, “Advisable for you to change your course.” The captain angrily ordered that another signal be sent, “I’m a captain. Change course 20 degrees.” Again came the reply, “I’m a seaman, second class. You’d better change your course.” Furious by this point, the captain barked a final threat, “I’m a battleship! Change your course!” The signal came back, “I’m a lighthouse .” The captain changed his course. It is foolhardy to ignore the beacons that warn us of danger. They come in various forms: Symptoms of health problems, prolonged marital conflict, rebellious children, excessive debt, stress, etc. These are the warning signs of approaching danger. From TODAY, Voices - Thursday, 22-July-2010 ----- Related articles by Zemanta...