February 2, 2015 Crisis Support
Four years ago, the greatest lady I ever knew died unexpectedly. She was my great grandmother and her name was Marjorie. I was devastated with her death. I couldn’t eat or sleep. It was one of the hardest things I…
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Interest in someone can bring overwhelming emotions. You want to know more about them. You want to be with them and closer to them. You want to peruse something more. The most obvious way to do that is to get…
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January 29, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage can bring comfort. For some people, the longer they are with someone, the less they care about physical things such as sex. We may be tired, feel like it’s too much work, or just be plain uninterested. It is…
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The mating ritual can often feel like a cruel hoax. When you meet someone that interests you, a connection is sometimes made. Out of this connection, a relationship is formed. Just because it exists, doesn’t mean that it will last…
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January 25, 2015 Communication
Some people just really grind our gears. We try every which way we can but it seems we always walk away mad. It remains a mystery how some people can push our buttons more easily than others. Regardless, we are…
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January 25, 2015 Communication
Being of the female persuasion my entire life makes me feel like I know a little about the species we call woman. For years, I have tried to understand my own mind and have failed to do so. I doubt…
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January 13, 2015 Communication
A good listener is someone who hears what you say. Listening means knowing there is noise in the air. Hearing means knowing a friend is in the room. These people and few and far between but they stand out in…
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The world can seem big, scary, and cold. The thing to remember that everything has a place. It is up to us to find where our place is. Starting out brand new isn’t always an ideal situation but we have…
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Dating a married man is morally wrong. In some states, it is even illegal. Yet, there are still some women out there who are intrigued by the idea of it. If you are one of those women, this article is…
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January 10, 2015 Communication
Type-A married to Type-B: Opposites do attract, and make life more interesting! I have a Type-A personality. It is almost to the point of obsession. I make daily to-do-lists. I clean constantly. I am very involved with the P.T.A. at…
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January 3, 2015 Friends and Peers
I think of Lynn. Lynn was a great guy. He was a wonderful man. He was my best friend. He was black and I am white. When I fisrt met him, I didn’t like black people at all. It didn’t…
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January 2, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
After a divorce, communicating with your ex isn’t always easy. Things can seem complicating and overwhelming. You don’t know what to say to someone you just finished a relationship with. You don’t want to start a fight. Yet, for some…
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The worse case of a meddling parent I have ever seen was my ex mother in law. From here on out, I will refer to her as the wicked witch of the south. It did not matter what was happening,…
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December 21, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Although the purpose of intercourse is to procreate it isn’t the only reason a couple should develop a sexually fulfilling relationship. Many people enjoy the pleasure, the closeness, and the excitement of a sexual relationship. Making love is an incredible…
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December 17, 2014 Crisis Support
There are many forms of abuse. All of which can damage a person’s self esteem. No abuse is good but when you are used to it, you don’t know any better. You don’t realize that anything is wrong. All you…
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December 13, 2014 Skin and Body
Hygiene is a very important issue in today’s society. It is important to establish a good daily routine for body care. Your body is your temple. You should take care of it. It is the very least you could do….
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I used to be the world’s worst when it came to sunglasses. I could not keep up with a pair if my life depended on it. I have spent enough money on sunglasses over the years to finance a small…
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December 5, 2014 Communication
Webster’s Dictionary defines love as being tenderly attached, the object beloved a word of endearment, to regard with affection, and the score of nothing in tennis. In this particular instance, I have no racket in my hand so the last…
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November 29, 2014 Friends and Peers
I have the co-worker from Hell. She is hard to deal with. She calls in all the time and I get stuck with her shift. Something is always hurting her. She whines and complains constantly. Frankly, I don’t care for…
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November 28, 2014 Friends and Peers
I have never been a people person. I can get along with anyone but I don’t like everyone. I guess that is what makes my job so hard. I work at a gas station. Day in and day out, I…
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November 27, 2014 Friends and Peers
There are many places friends can be found on the Internet. It can be a great outlet for friends and acquaintances. People from all corners of the world get online. You can meet many foreign people and learn about exotic…
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November 24, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
After a divorce, when to start dating again may be a difficult decision. You can ask one hundred people this same question and you are likely to get seventy-five different answers. There is no right or wrong answer. Each person…
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November 23, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Dealing with stress in a divorce is a lot like catching bronchitis. Some people never battle with it. Others are prone to it. It can make you physically sick. It wears you out. You just want to lay home in…
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Daddy’s baby: When will my dad treat me like a grown-up? The bond between a father and his child is truly special. From as early as conception, many fathers choose to be a part of their child’s life. The excitement…
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November 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
After a divorce, life starts over for some. For others, it just continues on. Regardless of the way you view it, divorce can be painful for all those involved. Children often take it the toughest. They are pushed into feelings…
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Love is a feeling words can’t define. It is a feeling deep in your soul. It is knowing that you have found the one. If you can’t imagine life after them and can not remember life before them, chances are,…
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October 15, 2014 Friends and Peers
In the world today, almost anything is possible. Men have traveled to the moon. Cells have been cloned. People have even claimed to hear their animals talk. With feats such as these, being friends with an ex-lover seems like child’s…
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A family reunion is a party for your family. You invite all of your relatives and use this time to catch up with each other. You may meet people you never knew existed, and reunite with people you wish you…
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Many families celebrate each other through family reunions. For some people, this is a tradition. Everyone in the family gets together at a designated area. Food is served. You catch up on old times. Some people might take pictures. You…
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As parents, we often wonder how to have a better relationship with our children. We want to get along and not fuss at each other. We want our household to run smoothly. We want our kids to love us, respect…
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