Author Archive: Gloria Edmonson Nelson
Gloria Edmonson Nelson
May 19, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
There is no one answer for how to divide household chores when married because every family is different now. If you can afford it, my recommendation is to hire someone to do the chores if both of you are employed….
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
May 18, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Dancing can improve your marriage because for one reason; it will get you out of the house. Secondly, you are active. If you are a senior who has arthritis; the movements will help circulation of your limbs. Dancing gets the…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
May 5, 2015
Friends and Peers
To have friends, you have to be friendly. The answer might sound simple, but you would be surprised how many people there are who do not have friends, and they make such a big deal of wondering how others have…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
May 1, 2015
Dating
Being romantic on a date is all relative to who is involved. If you are going on your first date with someone, there is no reason to act romantic (although some people believe they should). That is not the appropriate…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 30, 2015
Dating
It is never wise to move in with someone prior to marriage unless it is an emergency situation. Some people who move in with the intent of getting married end up separating permanently, and many of these do so on…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 30, 2015
Dating
If you are afraid of losing your mate; there must be a reason. If you are secure within yourself, and you have been communicating, loving, as well as nurturing the relationship, then there should be no reason to be worried…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 19, 2015
Dating
Busy couples should schedule dates with their spouses just as they do when they makeappointments with other people. If you have time for your employers, other family, friends, etc., you do have time for your spouse. If money is an issue,…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 16, 2015
Shoes
There are many stores that have reasonable winter boots for children: Penny’s has always been a store that caters to families. You also have a certain amount of time to take the boots back if they do not fit, unless;…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 15, 2015
Shoes
Your winter boots can be worn from year to year because they never go out of style. Even if you purchase one pair per year; over a period of time you should be able to choose boots that are on…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 8, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Continue to respect your partner during a marriage crises, and if youhave children do not speak about your spouse in a negative manner. That person is also part of them, and they do not understand what is going on, or…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
April 1, 2015
Communication
We must be careful in stereotyping everyone whom we encounter, because we might be misjudging them. For example, you might not allow a friend into your life because a person has a long chin, considered to be someone who you…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 31, 2015
Dating
People who usually get involved with speed dating ranges from between the ages of 25 and 45. There are many popular Jewish speed dating locations in the United States, the U.K., and Israel; however, other locations are also catching on….
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 26, 2015
Dating
If you are a couple who would prefer staying in on a rainy day; have a country breakfast in your pajamas. Decide to prepare it together; begin with champagne and orange juice (mimosas). Divide the chores, for example, if you…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 20, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Is there such a thing as fighting fairly in a marriage? For some reason, I do not like the word “fight” when it comes to describing a healthy, happy marriage. I know this might sound polly-anna because couples will have…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 9, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Honesty is the best policy in keeping the relationship happy and peaceful. The lines of communication must always remain open with your spouse, and forgiveness has to be a very important aspect of the relationship. Even when we don’t intend…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 7, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Money is the Number One cause of marriage problems; not adultery as many people would believe. Most men want to control their money and their spouse’s money also. That is control. No one needs to take over anyone else’s earnings;…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
February 20, 2015
Dating
While speed dating is fun to some people; you do not spend enough time with the person to know whether the truth is being told. When people did this years ago, it was fun; now it can be dangerous, especially…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
February 14, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Always go to the American Embassy in the country which you are residing to determine whether the U.S. honors that country’s marriage license. You can also contact the Attorney General in the country which you will be going to determine…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
November 12, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
To add romance to our marriage; go back and think of the various things you did over the years to attract and keep the relationship going as well as other relationships that you had. Most people went out of their…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
November 11, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
A good relationship is never 50-50; so don’t believe that myth. Sometimes one party will give 100%, or one will give 80 or 90% and the other party 10 or 20%. In fact, it is wise not to try and…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
September 29, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
When you have children, the romance can be just as alive as it was prior to having them, but you must be careful that you do not send the wrong messages to them. Kissing is definitely a good form of…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
August 22, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
If your first child has a physical or mental disability, you might not want to think about having a second child. Most people do not realize the hard work involved with raising a child; but if you have one who…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
August 4, 2014
Dating
A first date is a paradox: it is not an interview, but it is an interview: you should obtain as much information as you can, especially if you plan to see the person again. When you ask question, listen carefully…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
May 24, 2014
Communication
Negative people will certainly drain your energy to the point that you can eventually become ill. Many people do not realize that many cancers evolve from stress, and there are other illnesses which have to etiology other than that you…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 24, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
Domestic violence is a reason for divorce. Although many people work to keep the marriage together after adultery; being a victim of violence has more problems. If the person has hit you on one occasion; he or she probably will…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 21, 2014
Relationships and Family - Other
You might have to put some of your favorite things in storage if you are moving in with your girlfriend, especially if she has already set up housekeeping and there is no room for your music system for example. Although…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 21, 2014
Relationships and Family - Other
It is quite difficult to develop a Guide for people to follow when there are children involved because, first of all, they do not understand, and it will be problematic. There is no one Guide to follow because you have…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 21, 2014
Relationships and Family - Other
Why should you “cheapen” your relationship by moving in with your boyfriend? Be very careful before moving in with a boyfriend because some men will “take you for granted” believing you are not interested in marriage. Then, when they meet…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
March 15, 2014
Family
The main thing you can do for for the elderly person, if you do not live near them. is to call. This lets them know that you are thinking of them. They do not want to feel they are alone…
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Gloria Edmonson Nelson
February 19, 2014
Dating
People with low self-esteem can put themselves in very dangerous situations, because they can be taken advantage of. When you are not secure about yourself, you will be “used” throughout your life unless you get help. Low self-esteem sends wrong…
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