ArcaMax

Q: Quite frankly, I dread Mother's Day. My husband and I are still childless after years of trying and thousands of dollars' worth of infertility treatments. On top of that, my own mother died suddenly six months ago. I can't remember ever feeling so lonely.

Jim: I hurt with you. Mother's Day is always emotional for me, too. I was just 9 years ...Read more

Q: I'm a wife and mom with two busy school-age kids and a preschooler. I'm also employed full-time. Our family's schedule is packed; there's so much to do that I feel compelled to produce All. The. Time. It's like I have to be Superwoman -- and I feel guilty about not measuring up. Help?!

Jim: Let's just say it: Nobody needs to be able to "do ...Read more

Q: Okay, Frustrated Mom here: My 10-year-old son runs around playing and sweats buckets but will NOT take a shower afterward. What's the thing with boys not understanding the basic need to bathe?!

Jim: I'm chuckling in agreement while advising you to be patient. While it might seem strange (especially to the ladies), many boys almost perceive ...Read more

Q: My bride-to-be and I are getting married in a couple of months. We want to have a solid, life-long relationship, so we're asking various people for advice. What's your perspective?

Jim: We all enter marriage wanting a loving relationship that will thrive and endure. So, I commend you for asking how you can actually experience that kind of ...Read more