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      <title>The Smart Stepmom: Who is She?</title>
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      <description>A stepmom herself, Laura Petherbridge has learned how to keep the peace in a blended family. Take her advice; your family will thank you for it.</description>
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      <title>The Reality of Starter Marriages</title>
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      <description>More and more young married couples are filling out divorce papers, giving up on their life-long marriage commitment before it's even started.</description>
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      <title>Fighting Back Against Abuse</title>
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      <description>Abused women often feel there's no way out. Kelly Stigliano knows the feeling all too well. She shares her story and advice for those who feel trapped in abuse.</description>
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      <title>Raising Nonviolent Teens</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/mintle-raising-nonviolent-teens.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Review Dr. Linda Mintle's family checklist to evaluate how well you are doing when it comes to raising nonviolent kids.</description>
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      <title>Keep Your Kids Safe by Being Media-Wise</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/burns-media-wise-parents.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Parents need to role up our sleeves, and get to work helping our kids make right and wise decisions about media.</description>
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      <title>What About Kids and Dating?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/burns-teens-dating.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Parents can play an important role in equipping kids to navigate the dating years. Jim Burns shares tips on how to help while not interferring.</description>
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      <title>When Kids Carry Their Parent's Pain</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/bain-kids-parents-pain.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Nationally certified counselor Dwight Bain discusses the warning signs of children facing a complex family crisis.</description>
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      <title>Are You 4Real?</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/foreveryoung/archive/2009/10/13/are-you-4real.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Jackie O. recently sat down with Jenna Lucado, Revolve Tour speaker and author of Redefining Beautiful, to talk about God’s great love.</description>
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      <title>Dr. Linda's Ten Dating Guidelines</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/datingsingles/mintle-ten-dating-guidelines.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Before you get too attached to that guy or gal you're seeing, take heed of Dr. Linda Mintle's dating advice. It will save you from unnecessary heartache.</description>
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      <title>The Real Meaning of Free</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/foreveryoung/archive/2009/10/06/the-real-meaning-of-free.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>The other day I was shopping at a popular store and a poster advertisement caught my eye. It said, "Get Everything and Pay Nothing!" I thought how does that really work? How do you get everything and pay nothing?</description>
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      <title>12 Traits of an Abuser</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/petherbridge_abusertraits.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Divorce recovery expert Laura Petherbridge exposes the behavioral traits that are most often exhibited by abusers.</description>
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      <title>Receive Grace, Reveal Grace</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/foreveryoung/archive/2009/09/29/receive-grace-reveal-grace.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>As you walk in obedience to God's laws for life, He will cause your feet to walk firm and He’ll see to it that your steps are ordered to the correct places at the correct times.</description>
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      <title>Helping Your Kids Stay Alcohol-Free</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Burns-kids-staying-sober.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>One of the most effective ways to apply "preventative maintenance" – helping to keep your kids away from alcohol is through talking.</description>
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      <title>Feel Like Job's Twin?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/stoelting-feel-like-jobs-twin.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Even if everything in your life is going wrong, God is strong enough to handle your problems and fears.</description>
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      <title>Ten Lies that Lead to Divorce</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/mintle-10-lies-divorce.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Family therapist Dr. Linda Mintle offers a brief overview of the ten lies so you can do your own self-check.</description>
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      <title>Kid Fashion: Too Much, Too Soon</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/mintle-kid-fashion.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Dr. Linda Mintle shares advice on how to convince your kids that the repackaged adult clothing styles for children is not cool.</description>
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      <title>Dinnertime Should Be Family Time</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Burns-dinnertime-family.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Each fall, family schedules start to get crazy with school, practice, and homework. This year, commit to making dinnertime a priority in your home.</description>
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      <title>What to Look for in a Spouse</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/datingsingles/mintle-looking-for-spouse.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Dr. Linda Mintle shares what Christian singles should be looking for in a potential spouse.</description>
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      <title>Texting and God's Holy Text</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/stoelting-texting-gods-text.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Our days fill with unfulfilling white noise. How often do we text yet ignore God’s holy text, the Bible?</description>
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      <title>Make Your Spouse Feel Special Again</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Burns-make-your-spouse-feel-special.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Author Jim Burns offers some sound advice on how to maintain the “magic” in your marriage.</description>
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      <title>God is Not a Vending Machine</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Vending-Machine-God.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Do you treat God like a vending machine? Perhaps it is time to take a closer look at the way you pray.</description>
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      <title>Single, Not Diseased!</title>
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      <description>It’s time for the church to acknowledge the significant contribution singles offer. Besides, the most important person who ever lived, Jesus, was single.</description>
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      <title>Kids and Homework: Stay Out of It!</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/rice-kids-homework.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>When it comes to kids and homework, author Wayne Rice recommends that parents resist getting involved.</description>
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      <title>Can This Marriage Be Saved?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/petherbridge-marriage-after-adultery.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>There is no simple formula for restoration. However, if the couple sincerely desires a healthy, thriving marriage after an affair, here are a few beneficial insights.</description>
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      <title>What Treasures Are You Chasing?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Liebelt_TreasuresChasing.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Are your priorities in synch with God’s values? Take a break from the chase and reassess your life.</description>
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      <title>Refresh Your Spiritual Intimacy</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Burns_spiritualintimacy.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>If you crave deeper spiritual intimacy with your spouse, here are some helpful tips.</description>
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      <title>God's Glamour Girl</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/overpeck_glamourgirl.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>A glamourous girl isn't what Hollywood depicts on the big screen and publishing world shows on magazines. Learn what the Bible says about what is truly beautiful.</description>
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      <title>The Five Myths of Masculinity</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Burns_masculinity.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Oftentimes, boys grow up learning a distorted view of masculinity that is reinforced by the culture and their fathers.</description>
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      <title>10 Signs Your Teenager is Depressed</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Burns_TeensDepressed.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Learn the telltale signals that your teen may be sending you.</description>
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      <title>Helping Kids Deal with Natural Disasters</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/bain_naturaldisasters.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Storm stress can work a number on adults, let alone kids. Dwight Bain shares advice on how to help your children when disaster strikes.</description>
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      <title>Helping Kids Handle Divorce</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/petherbridge_kidsdivorce.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Kids and divorce is a complex subject and there are no easy answers. However, it’s imperative for parents to learn that they play a pivotal role in minimizing the trauma kids experience.</description>
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      <title>Six Common Organizing Mistakes</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Norris_GettingOrganized.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Are you one of those people who panics when guests are scheduled to come to your house? If so, you are like a lot of Vicki Norris' clients, who inadvertently have taken enticing shortcuts to true organizing.</description>
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      <title>Reaching Kids in Time</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/bain_reachingkids.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Our childhood experiences build character, so let's make sure our kids are having good ones.</description>
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      <title>Recession-Proof Your Marriage</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/overpeck_RecessionProof.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Home prices have fallen, but your love and marriage don’t have to fluctuate negatively with market lows.</description>
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      <title>Let Go of Your 20-Something Kid</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/bain_letgo.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Learn how to manage the change of letting go of twenty-something kids so they can launch into a successful life as young adults.</description>
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      <title>Get Your Husband to Listen to You</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/elliott_HusbandsListen.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>There are steps that women can take to improve communication with the men in their lives, if they are willing.</description>
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      <title>Don't Settle for a Breathless Love</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/datingsingles/20SomethingLove.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Learning to love takes a lifetime, and it's not for the spiritually asthmatic.</description>
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      <title>When "Christians" Betray You</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/stoelting_betrayal.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>It's hard enough when your prince charming hurts you, but when friends betray you on top of it, the pain is unbearable. Here’s how to make a comeback through Christ!</description>
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      <title>What Kids Need Most from Dad</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/goodwyn_Fathers.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Here are a few encouraging words to help men become the fathers they're called to be.</description>
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      <title>Have a Stress-Free Family Vacation</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Burns_vacation.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>These tips can help you turn your next family vacation into a great experience.</description>
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      <title>Encouraging an Unmotivated Teen</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/bain_motivatekids.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Learn four ways you can help your child get back in the race and find the energy to finish strong at school.</description>
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      <title>Too Damaged to Love Again?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/riley_toodamaged.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Is it possible to be so damaged emotionally that you actually can't love again? Marriage therapist Linda Riley answers this tough question.</description>
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      <title>My Teen Won't Talk to Me</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/living/family/parenting/eller_teentalk.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Find out what teens say keep them from talking about the things that matter the most with the people they love the best -- their parents.</description>
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      <title>Six Keys to a Better Marriage</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Burns_Keys.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>If you want to strengthen your union right away, start showing your spouse real love using these principles.</description>
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      <title>The Birds and the Bees at Age 3?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/ElliottB_TeachSex.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>When should you talk to your kids about sex? What is the right approach? Author Jim Burns offers advice.</description>
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      <title>The Divorce Generation</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Colson_DivorceGeneration.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>An entire generation of Americans has grown up in a culture where statistically, divorce is every bit as normal as marriage itself.</description>
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      <title>Taking God to Prom</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/Youth/BattleCry_Prom.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Remember, as a Christian, you represent Jesus at all times. Set a good example with your life, especially at prom.</description>
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      <title>Wife-Speak Demystified</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Anderson_WifeSpeak.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>What does she really mean? Author Nancy C. Anderson explores the secret passageways between women's words and men's ears.</description>
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      <title>Discouraged? Detox and Drink Living Water</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/stoelting_Discouraged.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Stacie Ruth Stoelting knows from personal experience how to get out of that rut of discouragement.</description>
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      <title>The Secret to Being Organized</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Norris_SecrettoOrganized.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Regular guest on HGTV's Mission Organization Vicki Norris shares a bit about what she's learned over the last ten years as a professional organizer.</description>
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      <title>Mom, Thank You for Choosing Life</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/goodwyn_ThanksMom.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>What do you do when the doctor says abortion is the best option for your baby because of possible birth defects? That's the decision my mom faced.</description>
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      <title>What's a Stepmom to Do?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/petherbridge_stepmoms.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Author and stepmom Laura Petherbridge shares sage advice on how to handle Mother's Day with your stepkids.</description>
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      <title>Talking So Your Children Will Listen</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/plowman_talking.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>If your children typically greet your instruction with glazed over eyes and a robotic nod of the head, these tips can help.</description>
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      <title>'Thank Therapy' for Tough Times</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Burns_Thanks.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>When you focus on positive things in your life and give thanks for them, the load seems lighter.</description>
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      <title>30-Minute Clutter Busters</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/clutterbusters.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Got 30 minutes to spare? Put that time to good use with these organizing tips.</description>
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      <title>Stress Busters for College Students</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Student-CollegeStress.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>With final exams right around the corner college life can get stressful this time of year. Here are some tips to help.</description>
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      <title>12 Traits of an Abuser</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/petherbridge_abusertraits.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Divorce recovery expert Laura Petherbridge exposes the behavioral traits that are most often exhibited by abusers.</description>
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      <title>Copycat Christians</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/stoelting_copycat.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Hypocrisy in the church makes Jesus just as angry as it does us, yet He tells us to forgive those that hurt us.</description>
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      <title>Parenting the Picky Eater</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Griner_Picky_Eaters.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>If Jimmy's not eating well, he may have a valid problem with digesting certain foods. Pam Griner offers specific ways you can use to help your picky eater.</description>
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      <title>The Illusion of Greatness</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Kassebaum_illusion.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Regardless of how hard you try you may never reach the status of SuperMom. Fortunately, perfection is not necessary to be a great parent.</description>
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      <title>A Little Porn Never Hurt Anyone, Right?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/ferwerda_siler.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Pornography isn't harmless fun. Songwriter Steve Siler shows how devastating it can be to a person's life.</description>
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      <title>Don't Raise a Wimp!</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Coughlin_ParentWimps.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Can parents go too far in their efforts to raise 'good' Christian kids? Author Paul Coughlin says yes.</description>
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      <title>When They Stop Calling</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/singlepurpose/archive/2009/03/19/when-they-stop-calling.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>In the dating scene, a little perspective can go a long way for not taking rejection personally.</description>
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      <title>Have Happier, Healthier Heart</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Stoelting_HealthyHeart.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>How are the hope levels in your heart today? If they are low, try these biblical remedies.</description>
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      <title>Tackling Teacher Troubles</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Means_TeacherTrouble.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>It is possible to minimize conflict and promote understanding even if you often don't see eye-to-eye with your child's teacher.</description>
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      <title>Get Unplugged: A Technology Sabbath</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Colson_TechnologySabbath.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>While technology has many worthwhile purposes, it demands a high price from us. Could you go without it for one day?</description>
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      <title>The Pursuit of Marriage</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/singlepurpose/archive/2009/03/12/the-pursuit-of-marriage.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>I don’t think there is a formula you can use in your search for a spouse that will guarantee success.</description>
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      <title>Bring Out the Best in Your Man</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/elliott_manwhisperer.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>"Behind every good man there is a good woman." Is this old adage true?</description>
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      <title>Dealing With Their Excuses</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2009/03/10/dealing-with-their-excuses.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Dr. David Hawkins explains how excuses for bad behaviors can negatively impact a marriage and what couples can do about it.</description>
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      <title>Do I Really Have to Fit In?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/youth/Gungor_FitIn.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>"I want to be holy. But does that mean I have to wear outdated clothes and stop listening to groups that don't have overtly Christian lyrics?"</description>
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      <title>Dealing With Their Excuses</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2009/03/10/dealing-with-their-excuses.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Dr. David Hawkins explains how excuses for bad behaviors can negatively impact a marriage and what couples can do about it.</description>
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      <title>Choose to Laugh</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/ChoosetoLaugh.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Christians often deliberately ignore a person's past when deciding on a mate, says author Mark Gungor. But should we?</description>
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      <title>Honest Dating: Considering the Past</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/datingsingles/HonestDating.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Author and mom Jean Blackmer says, "I don't know how anyone gets through life without a daily dose of laughter, especially when raising sons."</description>
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      <title>Could This Be the Year to Start a Family?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/startfamily.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Current financial challenges aren't disappearing anytime soon, but there are still surprising reasons for couples to start a family.</description>
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      <title>Living with an Angry Woman</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2009/03/03/living-with-an-angry-woman.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>While the statistics still point to men reverting to physical abuse more frequently than women, many women have also learned how to be emotionally abusive.</description>
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      <title>Three D's of Marriage Destruction</title>
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      <description>There are certain personality traits that when introduced into marriage create a cancer not easily cured.</description>
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      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/singlepurpose/archive/2009/03/04/eight-great-traits-of-future-mates.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Determining if the guy or gal you've been dating is the kind of person you want to marry can be confusing. Maybe you wonder at what point you're either being too picky or too accommodating.</description>
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      <title>Satisfy Your Craving</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/spirituallife/inspirationalteaching/ElliottB_SatisfyCravings.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Have you ever had a craving that wouldn’t go away until you could obtain the tasty treat you desired?</description>
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      <description>Dr. David Hawkins says, "As much as it might appear the contrary, 'CrazyMakers' don't wake up in the morning setting out to make us feel crazy."</description>
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      <title>Lies Young Women Believe</title>
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      <description>Are you believing Satan's lies? Find out what lies many young women believe and how to replace them with God's truth.</description>
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      <description>Author Yvonne Ortega offers suggestions to help you find hope and healing while going through divorce.</description>
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      <title>Singles Groups, Schmingles Groups</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/singlepurpose/archive/2009/02/12/singles-groups-schmingles-groups.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Perhaps singles should stop asking the church institution to meet their needs and begin to be the church to people in need.</description>
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      <description>Does your husband like to eat out? Here are some fun ways to surprise him with a dinner date.</description>
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      <title>'Just Not That Into'...Character</title>
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      <description>Does your husband like to eat out? Here are some fun ways to surprise him with a dinner date.</description>
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      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/books/archive/2009/02/11/the-husband-project-blog-day-9.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Avoid buying into these current dating myths, some of which are highlighted in the new film He's Just Not That Into You.</description>
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      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2009/02/10/will-he-remember-valentines-day.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>As we draw near to the Day of Romance, Valentine's Day, it seems appropriate to address an issue on many people's minds—will their mate think to do anything special?</description>
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      <description>As I watched through the windshield while the road spun around in front of me, I had no idea what God had planned.</description>
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      <description>Most of us didn't grow up with a mom who passed down an exceptional culinary legacy. But that doesn't mean you still can't put together a great meal for your man.</description>
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      <description>When a military family is separated by deployment, the spouse at home carries a heavy burden. Here are some ways you can help.</description>
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      <description>Use your imagination to come up with a special gift – whether it's material or not – for the love of your life this Valentine's Day.</description>
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      <description>When was the last time you gave your husband words of encouragement? Our husbands are desperate to know that we need and appreciate them.</description>
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      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/books/archive/2009/02/06/the-husband-project-day-6.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Food is often used in our culture to celebrate, but sometimes the location where you choose to enjoy it is just as important as what you eat. Today's assignment involves getting creative with both.</description>
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      <description>Authors Julie Ferwerda and Lee Warren discuss the challenges and joys of living the life of a single person. Join the discussion!</description>
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      <title>The Husband Project Day 5: What Not to Wear</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/books/archive/2009/02/05/the-husband-project-day-5.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Is there an item of clothing you own that your husband hates? It's time to dump it! Read why in today's blog.</description>
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      <description>Our next assignment is to find out what causes our husbands stress and work to eliminate it. Read more in today's blog post.</description>
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      <description>"The Husband Project" continues with today's assignment focusing on physical touch.</description>
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      <title>Can This Marriage Be Saved?</title>
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      <description>As we draw near to the Day of Romance, Valentine’s Day, it seems appropriate to address an issue on many people’s minds—can their marriage be saved?</description>
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      <title>Waiting for God's Best</title>
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      <description>Rebecca St. James says, "There have been many moments when I’ve been tired of waiting for the right guy." Read what keeps her hanging on.</description>
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      <description>Have you and your husband gone from romantics to roommates? Learn how to take your marriage from ordinary to amazing in just two weeks.</description>
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      <description>"True love waits" sounds easy enough, but in today's culture it can be a struggle to stay pure until marriage.</description>
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      <description>When should you talk to your kids about sex? What should you say? Author Jim Burns offers advice.</description>
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      <description>Jesus defined "success" much differently than many in our culture do today. Which kind of success are you striving for?</description>
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      <title>Under the Influence: TV and Teen Sex</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/parenting/Colson_TVTeens.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>A new study confirms that teens' values are shaped by what they watch. No wonder companies spend $60 billion a year on advertising.</description>
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      <title>No Secrets for a Healthy Marriage</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/marriage/Friedrichsen_NoSecrets.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>When it comes to marriage, secrets are like arsenic. Tiny amounts may not be deadly, but larger doses can be.</description>
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      <title>Why Will 2009 Be Any Different?</title>
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      <description>Whether your goals involve diet, excercise, finances, or time management, you can make changes that will last.</description>
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      <title>Are You a Good Lover?</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/entertainment/books/ElliottB_GaryChapman.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Christ said the world would know that we belong to Him by how we love each other. Are we falling short?</description> 
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      <description>A heartwarming scene during this week's episode of NBC's 'The Biggest Loser' reminded me of an important spiritual truth.</description> 
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      <title>"Somebody Needs to Discover Me!"</title>
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      <description>As a new round of hopeful singers appear this week on American Idol, I recognize the cry of their hearts. "Discover me!"</description>  
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      <title>What Men Wish Women Knew</title>
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      <description>After interviewing more than one thousand guys author Shaunti Feldhahn learned some surprising things about men.</description>  
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      <title>Where is My Happily Ever After?</title>
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      <description>How does a New Age follower go from looking to astrology to looking to Jesus for help with her love life? For author Trish Ryan it was quite a journey.</description>  
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      <title>2009: Leave Your Baggage Behind</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/spirituallife/inspirationalteaching/ElliottB_baggage.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>So often we carry around burdens that we do not need to bear. This can be your year to find freedom.</description> 
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      <description>Modesty means way more than just not dressing provocatively, says Christian recording artist Rebecca St. James.</description>  
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      <title>Getting Him Sober</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2009/01/05/getting-him-sober.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Whether you're facing life with a drug addict, food addict, or as the spouse of an alcoholic, living with an addiction is a silent killer.</description>  
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      <description>Who knew that an episode of 'The Dog Whisperer' would contain such nuggets of spiritual truth?</description>  
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      <title>Get Organized to Save Money</title>
      <link>http://www.cbn.com/family/familyadvice/Norris_SaveMoney.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>It’s hard to save money if you don’t get organized first! Expert organizer, Vicki Norris, offers some tips to help.</description>  
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      <title>A Year of Possibilities</title>
      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2008/12/30/a-year-of-possibilities.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>With the recent economy woes and other bad news, it’s easy to slip into an emotional funk. Dr. David Hawkins explains how to choose your outlook, instead of letting it choose you.</description>  
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      <description>Megan Basham's new book, Beside Every Successful Man, is a great challenge for wives to be their husband's best advocates.</description>  
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      <link>http://blogs.cbn.com/Marriage911/archive/2008/12/20/bring-out-the-best-in-your-mate.aspx?WT.mc_id=ArticleRSSFeed</link>
      <description>Dr. David Hawkins explains how each of us has the power to set the tone in our homes.</description>  
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      <description>Ginger Plowman, author of Don't Make Me Count to Three, offers tips to effectively discpline your children.</description>  
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      <description>For seven months this teen trekked across America barefoot with a "sole" mission - bringing shoes to people in need.</description>  
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      <description>Most of us are ill-equipped to deal with the ramifications of blending already-made families.</description>  
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      <description>Recapture that magical quality that Christmas held when you were a child.</description>  
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      <description>For many parents, just the thought of the season makes them want to scream “Bah hum-bug!” But Christmas doesn't have to be so stressful.</description>  
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      <description>This year, many people are discovering they can't afford to celebrate Christmas the way they usually do.</description>  
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      <description>Trying to orchestrate the demands placed upon families during the Christmas season is like refereeing a high-stakes football game.</description>  
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