Book excerpt: Friends with benefits, the new marriage right? Today many people are finding alternatives to commitment while at the same time searching for a deep connection that is life long. In the redefining age of hook-ups, Facebook affairs, and the convenience of a no strings attached rendezvous, marriage appears obsolete if not dead all together. Appearance is not fact. Casual sex may be the new good night kiss and married couples the new minority, but the reality is the benefits of marriage are still the desired end result. Marriage really does work. The difficulty for many people is overcoming the stereotypical marriage myths that say it cannot be done successfully. My Lover for Life Workbook busts the myths that - Marriage cannot last - Man was never intended to be with just one woman - It costs more to be married than to stay single - Relationships stop being fun after marriage Whether you're a couple, part of a group or considering marriage, this workbook will invigorate your marriage making you Lovers for Life. Leah A. McCoy, M.A., is a licensed professional and nationally certified counselor. She specializes in sex and couples therapy and operates a thriving counseling practice in the greater Houston, Texas area. Pamela J. Frazier, B.A., B.S., and Clifford L. Frazier, Th.M., have over 30 years of pastoral counseling. Pamela is the founder of GettaSteppin, Inc. and Woman's Life University organizations dedicated to helping women. Clifford is the founder of TechnoRev Media Group, LLC., The Fraziers, and Leah McCoy, co-founders of the Battle For The Family organization have traveled to over 50 foreign countries and across America offering hope and healing for families. They are highly sought after speakers for conferences, seminars, retreats and expos. Battle For The Family 4730 Autumn Lakes Missouri City, Texas, 77459-3956 281-542-3135 www.battleforthefamily.com