The Return
With the words “There’s no place like home” still ringing in her ears, Dorothy slowly opens her eyes to discover she is home. It’s still the same old…
August 5, 2016 · 2 min read
How Do You Refresh a Stale Marriage?
Marriage, like bread and potato chips, can become stale over time. Ruts, routines, and indifference have a way of settling in and dulling what used…
August 4, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – Failure
“The only real failure is the failure to try.” – from the movie “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.”
July 18, 2016 · 1 min read
The Realization
Having vanquished the Wicked Witch, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion return to the Wizard to receive what they have longed…
July 13, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Choice
“Since it costs a lot to win, and even more to lose, you and me bound to spend some time wondering what to choose.” – From the song “The Deal” by…
July 5, 2016 · 1 min read
Facing the Witch
Dorothy and her companions reluctantly leave the safety of the Emerald City to do the unthinkable…face the Wicked Witch of the West. They try to be…
June 29, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Fear
“Fear only goes where it’s invited to stay.” – From the song “Sisters Brothers” by Drew Holcomb.
June 28, 2016 · 1 min read
Is A Normal Marriage Good Enough?
The word “normal” can go either way. If you’re talking about blood pressure, eye sight, or the size of your newborn’s head, “normal” is a good thing…
June 28, 2016 · 4 min read
What Do You Mean There’s One More Thing?
After their brief respite in the poppy field, Dorothy and her friends finally arrive at the gleaming Emerald City. It is a happy, carefree place…
June 13, 2016 · 3 min read
I Can See It From Here. Why Not Take a Break?
Finally, Dorothy and her traveling companions come out of the dark forest. The sun is shining, the air is clear, and the field before them is filled…
June 9, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – Brokenness
“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” – from the song “Anthem,” by Leonard Cohen.
June 6, 2016 · 1 min read
What If Your Spouse Came With Emojis?
Emojis are the little faces and symbols we use to clarify the intent and feeling behind the words we text, tweet, and post. It was once just…
June 6, 2016 · 5 min read
If I Only Had the Courage
Before Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man can reach the Emerald City, they must pass through a dark, dense forest. Thick overgrowth shuts out…
June 1, 2016 · 3 min read
If I Only Had a Heart
Dorothy continues down the road toward the Emerald City, but now she’s not alone. She’s been joined by the Scarecrow, who is looking for a brain to…
May 24, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Growth
“Growth itself contains the germ of happiness.” – Pearl Buck
May 20, 2016 · 1 min read
I’m Listening – Reader Survey
There are two things that can get you off track in the marriage. The first is not speaking up to the other about what you want and need. The second…
May 20, 2016 · 1 min read
If I Only Had a Brain
Shortly into her journey down the yellow brick road, Dorothy comes to a crossroad. With no map or roadsigns, she stops to decide which direction to…
May 19, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – Change
“It’s the most unhappy people who most fear change.” – Mignon McLaughlin.
May 13, 2016 · 1 min read
Just Do It!
Think of something you just don’t want to do. Maybe it’s cleaning the garage or organizing your closet. Perhaps it’s giving the dog a bath or…
May 13, 2016 · 6 min read
An Easy Walk…For a Short While
Dorothy leaves Munchkin Land with the encouragement of Glenda and the Munchkins ringing in her ears. With Toto in hand and her destination in mind…
May 11, 2016 · 2 min read
Quote – Perseverance
“Everyone must have some thought that’s going to pull them through somehow.” – “Rock Me On the Water,” by Jackson Browne
May 10, 2016 · 1 min read
Now What?
Dorothy has been threatened by Elmira Gultch, ignored by friends and family, caught up in a cyclone, and dropped in a strange place with strange…
May 2, 2016 · 3 min read
How to Put Your Kids and Your Marriage in Their Proper Place
When I stepped into the waiting room, I noticed that Bryan and Christine (not their real names) were sitting in separate chairs and weren’t talking…
May 1, 2016 · 6 min read
Quote – Life
“Life becomes more expansive when I can see beyond just here, and just now, and just me.” – Bret Legg
April 27, 2016 · 1 min read