Author Archive: Kat Ballew
Kat Ballew
March 25, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
A simplified divorce is a no fault, uncontested divorce, and can be achieved through mutual agreement of both partners. It is a simple and less expensive way to end a marriage. While each state has different laws and requirements in…
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Kat Ballew
March 22, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
While thinking it could never happen to you, there comes a point in time when taking things for granted will no longer be yours to do so. This is especially true when knowing what the mistakes are that keep you…
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Kat Ballew
March 18, 2014
Family
Families are important, for without them we tend to lose the traditions and memories that took years to build. Holidays and special occasions would not seem the same if families did not get together and remaining close is important in…
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Kat Ballew
March 14, 2014
Family
When children are small, you can ask them just about anything and be assured that you will get an honest answer. The innocence of children is a quality parents wish they would never outgrow. Sometimes the truth in their observations…
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Kat Ballew
March 14, 2014
Family
When you meet that special someone, you both become part of each other’s families. A relationship usually develops with your in-laws even before you are married. Being accepted and welcomed into this new family is an important part in making…
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Kat Ballew
February 16, 2014
Communication
Finding someone and entering into a relationship that was created out of love and trust is what everyone spends their life looking for. However, finding out that this person has betrayed you by being dishonest can be devastating. Not only…
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Kat Ballew
February 13, 2014
Communication
Talking to a child about a serious illness within the family can be difficult. As parents, we want to protect our children from the hurt and pain that we are experiencing from this news. However, it is important for children…
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Kat Ballew
February 7, 2014
Dating
It is bound to happen when you are single, available and lead a social life, that someone whom you are not interested in seeing will, at one time or another, ask you out. When this happens and you honestly do…
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Kat Ballew
January 27, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
Getting a divorce can bring about mixed feelings, and can leave a person feeling very confused. They may think they made a mistake one minute, and the next they may feel as though it was the right thing to do….
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Kat Ballew
January 27, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
Divorce can be a painful experience, and can sometimes make you feel as though your whole world has been shattered. Consequently, some find it hard to cope, and emotionally it is an experience that no one is ever prepared for….
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Kat Ballew
January 26, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
While divorce in itself can be devastating, decisions concerning the children and sharing them during the holidays are just as painful. Allowing them quality time with each parent while trying not to disrupt or upset them any further is necessary…
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Kat Ballew
January 26, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
Finding peace after divorce may be very difficult for some. Divorce can be painful, and can often leave a person feeling like a failure. Some blame themselves for divorce, and this makes it hard to overcome the unsettled feelings inside….
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Kat Ballew
January 24, 2014
Family
Creating family memories and traditions that will endure time over the ages is what keeps families together. Families often look forward to getting together during special times and holidays, and it teaches children values and the importance of sharing and…
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Kat Ballew
January 13, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
You have finally taken the big step and made the decision to share your life with the person of your dreams. While getting through the wedding and the glamour of the big event, it is now time to settle down…
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Kat Ballew
January 1, 2014
Dating
Laughter makes everyone feel good, and at the same time, it relieves stress and temporarily melts away problems. It is an emotion that is therapeutic, and when sharing a laugh with someone it breaks the ice and makes people feel…
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Kat Ballew
December 18, 2013
Friends and Peers
When a new colleague joins a team that is already established, it may take some time to warm up to them. Getting acquainted with someone new and making him or her feel welcomed is important in order to establish a…
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Kat Ballew
December 14, 2013
Marriage and Divorce
Meeting the right person, getting married, and living happily ever after is every person’s dream. However, life does not always work this way, and when marriage ends in divorce, heartache usually follows. Learning to survive heartache after divorce is hard,…
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Kat Ballew
December 4, 2013
Family
Parents usually raise their children in the best way they know how, instilling values and encouraging them to be the best that they can be. However, when children grow up and see things differently, parents may have a hard time…
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Kat Ballew
November 26, 2013
Crisis Support
It can be devastating to the whole family to learn that a loved one is sick and will not live much longer. While it may be that the news was expected, it still does not make it any easier when…
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Kat Ballew
October 31, 2013
Friends and Peers
Having a good neighbor is like having a good friend, and oftentimes both are hard to find. It takes more than just being friendly or speaking only in passing, and knowing how to become the world’s best neighbor will be…
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Kat Ballew
September 6, 2013
Dating
Office romances may be a bad idea, but it is easy to understand how they can happen. While most people spend more waking hours at the office than they do at home, co-workers get to know each other pretty well….
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Kat Ballew
August 1, 2013
Family
In-laws are inherited through marriage, and sometimes they can be difficult. On the other hand, some relationships between in-laws can be as close as if they were your own family. Regardless of what type of relationship one has with their…
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Kat Ballew
July 31, 2013
Dating
When couples break up, it can be quite upsetting to learn that your ex is not taking it as hard as you, and that he or she is moving on with their life instead of feeling miserable and heartbroken. When…
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Kat Ballew
July 27, 2013
Communication
Feelings of jealousy can destroy a relationship, and diminish the way two people feel towards each other. While many couples may experience some form of jealousy from time to time, being consumed with this emotion can be damaging, and cause…
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