July 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Marriages have been arranged for hundreds of thousands of years, and arguably before then. From the beginning of contemporary Homo erectus and the formation of communities and horticultural societies, individuals have joined forces for emotional, political, familial, or monetary reasons….
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Since its inception in 1998, Bluefly.com has become one of the internet’s leading online retailers, particularly for designer fashion clothing items and accessories such as shoes or handbags. Not only will you find the latest trends and the hottest designer…
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July 10, 2014 Friends and Peers
Have you ever wondered what happened to your first crush? Do you ever wish you could get to know some one better without putting yourself out there “too much”? If so, then Friendster.com may be for you. Like Myspace.com and…
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My parents were married at 19 and 20 years old. Although in those days, marrying you was rather common, the issues surrounding marrying before one is ready to do so were ultimately still the same. Not surprisingly, my parents were…
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June 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Decorating a new home can be an overwhelming task in and of itself. Add the challenge of blending two completely separate styles within one home, and you’ve got yourself a ticking time bomb of tension waiting to unleash itself, usually…
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June 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
In the past, newlyweds were expected to begin the baby making process as early as their wedding night. However, with the increase of both men and women in the workforce and the increasing trend of delaying marriage until later in…
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June 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Combing closets can sometimes lead to catastrophe! When two people begin to merge their belongings, including their clothing, the results can lead to tension and fighting between previously honeymoon-happy couples. If you’ve recently been declared Mr. and Mrs., consider the…
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June 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Although taxes are usually not the first thing on the minds of brides and grooms to be, one of the most important things you will do after you’ve finally said, “I Do,” is sit down with your partner and prepare…
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June 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
In many cases, even today, newly married couples adhere to tradition and choose not to cohabitate prior to becoming married. Although this decision may reduce their probability of divorce, a couple will undoubtedly be overwhelmed by the process of merging…
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June 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
As our society continues to evolve throughout time, moral standards and taboos are altered. Premarital sex has become a widely accepted; however, this acceptance has led some individuals to engage in premarital intercourse freely, often accumulating many sexual partners before…
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Every woman who has been in a relationship with a man at some point in her life knows that there are certain “red flags” that should be avoided. No matter how good-looking, well spoken, or seemingly successful a potential boyfriend…
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No matter how much our society has progressed in terms of gender stereotypes throughout the past several decades, it is apparent that women still have a reputation of being “romantic” and “idealistic” and “quick to fall in love.” However, while…
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Many single people typically spend their days reveling in the fact that they are free from the pressures and stresses of being involved in a serious or committed relationship. Unfortunately, once November first starts looming closer and closer and once…
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Throughout history, women have commonly taken the role of the younger party in a relationship. Cultural anthropologists have determined that one of the major reasons why women were frequently much younger than men has to do a lot with gender…
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The label “gold digger” has been attributed to a group of women in society who are determined to date only men who are financially well off. Whether these women desire financial stability or simply want the most luxurious material items…
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For some reason, a large percentage of our society feels that they need to be in a relationship in order to feel that their lives are complete, satisfied, or fulfilled. While some individuals may spend their whole lives seeking a…
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Anyone who has ever been involved in a relationship will generally attest to the fact that relationships are complicated. When two individuals become involved in a phenomenon like a relationship, they must compromise a great deal individually to ensure that…
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May 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
When it comes to ending a relationship, partners typically decide to break up, and ultimately go on with their lives in separate directions. However, when it comes to a divorce, it is not as easy as just walking away from…
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May 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
As Kentucky is a “no-fault” state, there are no longer required “grounds” for a divorce. The sole “ground” (or acceptable reason) for divorce in the state of Kentucky is known as the “irretrievable breakdown of marriage.” In other words, both…
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Age and maturity do not necessarily go hand in hand. Many families include some “black sheep” members who, well into adulthood, still lack responsibility or accountability for their actions. Simply because an individual member of a family has made bad…
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The myth’ of the overbearing In-Laws has been long withstanding in popular culture. For many years, individuals who marry into their spouses’ family have had to learn to adjust to living life with a whole new group of people with…
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April 27, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The obvious answer to this question is to keep cameras out of your house! Of course, there are a variety of different theories on why the breakup of America’s Reality Sweethearts was “inevitable” but the truth is, marriage is difficult,…
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April 24, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
There is no easy way to say this: When you find out your husband has been cheating on you, it sucks. The vows you exchanged come crashing down on you and the life you’ve built together seems to lie broken…
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March 26, 2014 Friends and Peers
Friends are a crucial part of an individual’s social support system. Because “good” friends are there for us when we need them, most people feel that they should also be available for their friends in a time a need. However,…
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Ideally speaking, you should not feel pressure to “impress” your in-laws. The fact of the matter is, their son or daughter chose you as a life partner for one, if not many, reasons. Keep this in mind when you’re meeting,…
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March 10, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Unfortunately, divorce rates continue to rise nationwide. Ideally, responsible parents will sit down and commit to being cautious, and sensitive to the needs of their children, while proceeding with divorce procedures; however, more often than not, child visitation problems do…
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March 7, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
A honeymoon is a vacation or trip taken by a newlywed couple to celebrate their recent marriage. Traditionally, honeymoons were meant to give a couple an opportunity to be sexually intimate in seclusion. In the past, couples usually took their…
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March 6, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Many individuals have unfounded expectations of what marriage “is” and “should be.” While fairytale romances are most definitely entertaining, real-life marriages are usually nothing like their fictional counterparts. So, what exactly are some of the most common marriage myths? Myth…
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You can count endless calories at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can work out five times a week for three hours straight in order to achieve that “perfect” physique. You can max out your credit cards on this season’s Jimmy…
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February 13, 2014 Communication
Dealing with disrespectful teenagers is not something that any parent looks forward to when they are considering having a child; however, the reality is that all individuals go through some sort of adolescent period of time generally characterized by some…
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