"ake an hour or so at a discount card shop or dollar store and load up on all kinds of greeting cards-birthday, anniversary, friends, and pets. Store them in a convenient place and use them as special occasions arise. You'll save a lot of time by having them when you need them. ave a "gift shelf" in your home. Load it up with boxes of stationery, stuffed toys, small items-whatever is useful and on sale so when occasions arise, you'll be ready. When grandchildren drop by, let them pick a little gift off your shelf he Bible says, "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ" (Ephesians 5:21). The Bible also says we're to live in harmony and love. Here are a few thoughts to contemplate. * A good marriage is not a gift; it's an achievement by God's grace. * Marriage is not for children; it takes guts and maturity. * Marriage is tested daily by the ability to compromise. * Being a family means giving, and-more importantly-forgiving. * It's time for parents to take charge of their families and redeem them for the Lord."