1) As Jacob said, removing large files from the computer is needed. Also remove unused programs (step 4 above). Open My Computer, right click C:, click Search. Then search for all files on your computer by typing *.* You’ll have to wait a long time, but when it’s finished, order by file size. Find the largest files on your computer and delete them if you know what they are and if you can live without them.

2) Defrag. Start > Assessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. Choose to analyze and/or defrag the C: drive.

First, I’d say that,yes, love is important, it’s a choice and a must, obviously. But Michael and I have personally learned that respect is HUGE. It’s something that our culture tells us is earned – even most Christians feel that way, I think, but it’s not true. Respect in a marriage has to be treated just like love from the Christian perspective. We must offer it up, even if it’s not offered in return. And chances are, that eventually it will be reciprocated. Respecting the other person’s gifts, contributions to the marriage, etc., and making allowances for their flaws is crucial.

I’d also advise getting a GOOD marriage counselor before getting married and taking that time seriously to work through as much baggage and junk as you can (because everybody has some, and some people have a LOT). If there are red flags, call them like you see them, and work through them together. Having the mentality that things will be different and better and fixed once you’re in this committed, final relationship can be detrimental. Work on any issues before you tie the knot. Then it’ll be an understood, expected continuation of what you’ve already been doing, rather than being shocked when a lot of expectations fall through or are disappointed.

This may not make much sense to you or anyone else unless they’ve been through some rough times, but they’re things I wish I’d known up front, that may have saved us some heartache!

Marriage is tough, but it’s wonderful and so rewarding when you’re both on the path together, following God’s plan.

Cherish and I started off pretty quick with telling the other what we were like. I was very clear with my views on personal dependance as well as what dating relationships are good for*. I also told her that I forget thing a lot which is why I can’t remember what she said to me.

Also, when we were talking about marriage it was firmly established that 1) divorce is NOT an option and that 2) yelling at each other is NOT allowed. Honesty is the best policy. We have a great marriage because of that very thought process.

* I say they’re useless unless marriage is the ultimate goal. Would you date someone you couldn’t marry? I wouldn’t.

I wonder why you dad just didn’t take you to the ER when he first inspected you.

What an incredible spiritual analogy! Two thumbs up and a gold star for this post! You should get a cookie too.

Great insight. Well put.

Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. KJV

@Natacha, it still never ceases to amaze me what Jesus did for us. I think the key to all of it is that He did it because He put the Father first as well. Just another testament to God’s incredible plan to redeem everything.

@LK, as always, thank you for your encouragement. I particularly liked the section about the Prodigal son. Regardless of his predicament, and what he expected to happen, he made his way back to his father. May we never forget our need for that.

@Scott, maybe God wanted to get that out this week. Or family just thinks alike? ; )

@Storment, Hosea is some incredible stuff. It’s been on my mind a lot during the last few months.