Sleep… get some. As I've mentioned before in previous posts, when two people are over tired, fights can break out. These are often senseless fights. Early in our marriage, Eric and I had our share of silly, late night “But you do not understand me!” fights; and, the next morning we'd wake up and ask ourselves, “What were we fighting about again?” Sleep seems optional when you're young. God designed our bodies to need sleep, so if we're avoiding sleep and not getting enough, we are paying a price even if we can't see it. Proper sleep is important for the following reasons: It helps our … [Read more...]

We've all heard the phrase you are what you eat. If you are in the habit of eating salads and beans, you probably love that statement. It assures you that your body is made up of wonderful vitamins, nutrients, and energy. If you tend to enjoy fried, processed, sugary foods (like me), you are likely averse to analogizing that you are a Krispy Kreme doughnut, McDonald’s Big Mac, or Hershey chocolate bar. Sadly, I must admit that the previous statements, at least in part, are true. Our souls and personalities are obviously not defined by what we eat; but, our ability to function is greatly … [Read more...]