Author Archive: Linda Joyce
Linda Joyce
May 10, 2015
Dating
What qualities do most men search for in a woman? Who can say for certain when there are probably thousands of qualities that might apply, not to mention that desired qualities most certainly will differ from country to country and…
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Linda Joyce
May 6, 2015
Clothes
Are you wondering how you can have a nice wardrobe on a small budget? You’re not alone. It may take some planning and searching, but it can be done; and you will pat yourself on the back for saving money…
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Linda Joyce
April 30, 2015
Dating
You’re all excited about your new relationship. You think you’ve finally met the man of your dreams; but, alas, after inviting him over for dinner, having prepared the one thing you know how to make, it’s apparent that your new…
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Linda Joyce
April 29, 2015
Communication
Feeling the necessity to tell someone you know they can’t cook is something you may want to think about carefully, as it most likely will lead to hurt feelings or worse. If you are contemplating doing this to a person…
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Linda Joyce
April 23, 2015
LGBT
What makes gays and lesbians a target for some people? I believe it’s just in some people’s nature to judge. It’s probably safe to say most self-appointed judges of gays and lesbians have little information about them and don’t really…
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Linda Joyce
April 20, 2015
Dating
Why in the world shouldn’t older women date younger men? Men have been dating younger women forever, and no one has had a problem with that. If they don’t like it the other way around, it’s just one more bit of…
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Linda Joyce
April 6, 2015
Dating
If every man knew this secret, there would be no single men or women, no divorces, and happiness for all. Now, let’s get real. How can you get and keep the woman you want? Well, this can’t be taught because…
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Linda Joyce
April 5, 2015
Dating
First dates are kind of awkward whether you’re young or not so young because usually you don’t really know your date that well. (Of course, if you’ve known each other for some time but are just beginning to date, that’s…
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Linda Joyce
March 31, 2015
Dating
Whether you are 20 or 60, there are certain practical concerns you need to keep in mind when living alone. Of course, there are the ones that deal with maintaining your safety in your home, but there are others, too….
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Linda Joyce
March 23, 2015
Dating
One of the worst things you can do at your job is start a dating relationship with your boss. Although there are times that this works out well, it seems that more often it ends up a disaster. So why…
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Linda Joyce
March 15, 2015
Communication
If you have anger management issues, you need to work on them in order to learn how to control your temper at work. Let’s face it; the workplace is a hotbed of touchy situations waiting to happen. You either need…
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Linda Joyce
March 15, 2015
Communication
When dealing with a boyfriend who has a bad temper, you should consider the following: You are only in the courtship stage of your relationship. Should it go further, do you really think you could stand to be the spouse…
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Linda Joyce
March 12, 2015
Makeup
Every woman wants to look her best, whether she’s at work or running errands around town. However, as we all know, it’s far more important to pay attention to the way you present yourself at work than anywhere else. The reason…
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Linda Joyce
March 10, 2015
Hair
The way to get the best haircut is to try as many salons as you have to until you come across a hair stylist who is able to give you the cut you want. This may take some time. Once…
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Linda Joyce
March 5, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
You have to expect changes in a marriage when you or your spouse reach retirement. It’s enough to shake up the most loving couple. If you’ve reached that point, you know how trying it can all be, unless you are…
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Linda Joyce
March 3, 2015
Clothes
The most common fashion mistakes? Where to start! We see numerous ones every day; and, unfortunately, we may ourselves be guilty of some of them. Don’t feel bad, just be aware that it’s necessary to look in the mirror before…
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Linda Joyce
February 20, 2015
Clothes
Some of the loveliest outfits begin with a simple dress that has been added to in a variety of ways. This is true even for a formal occasion. Most women think “black” when trying to come up with ideas of…
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Linda Joyce
February 15, 2015
Shoes
Do you stand on your feet all day at your job? If you do, you know that wearing shoes that hurt your feet can be a real problem. You can even develop corns, bunions, and other foot problems as a…
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Linda Joyce
February 7, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
Aging is inevitable. We all expect it, fear it, or accept it. Consider the alternative. I, personally, don’t have a problem with it, but I hate the thought of being called an “old woman,” especially since I don’t feel a…
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Linda Joyce
January 31, 2015
Dating
Most adults by the time they are ready to walk down the aisle have been in a number of relationships. It’s not unusual, and by dating a lot of people and trying to find the right mate, it often becomes…
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Linda Joyce
January 23, 2015
Crisis Support
If there’s one thing I’ve learned about life, it’s that it constantly changes. Everything can be going along just fine when suddenly the sky falls down – your personal sky, that is – and you’re blindsided. “What happened?” you cry. Life,…
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Linda Joyce
January 21, 2015
Dating
The single life: some love it, some hate it; but it is what it is. And that can be lonely unless you learn how to enjoy evenings at home alone. Most young people choose not to stay home evenings but…
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Linda Joyce
January 14, 2015
Dating
The emphasis on looks today, not only in the U.S. but in countless countries across the globe, has gotten out of hand. Everyone is expected to look like a movie star. How do women really feel about dating bald men?…
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Linda Joyce
January 12, 2015
Communication
There are so many rude people around these days, it’s hard to pinpoint the top 10 rude behaviors. They occur everywhere, though; and no one is safe: at work, while shopping, waiting in a line, or talking on the phone. It’s…
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Linda Joyce
November 19, 2014
Family
There’s something about the combination of the holiday season and families that just seems to bring out either the best or worse in people. Knowing this, one has to do all they can to avoid family fights during the holidays….
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Linda Joyce
November 12, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
There are marriages made in heaven, marriages made in hell, and marriages that seem to be made in both places. No matter what kind of marriage a couple may have, there are going to be both good and bad times. When…
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Linda Joyce
October 28, 2014
Dating
Hard to believe we’re into the second decade of the 21st century, isn’t it? Technology has influenced just about everything you can think of, even dating, with online matching websites such as eHarmony, Cupid.com, and Match.com. There are also strange…
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Linda Joyce
October 18, 2014
Friends and Peers
Why would we ever expect that things could go smoothly at work all the time? There’s usually at least one co-worker, or maybe even a boss, who is a real jerk. How to deal with a jerk at work? There…
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Linda Joyce
October 4, 2014
Family
How sad to think of adult children taking in a parent, but how wonderful if they can! The thought of a parent having to go to an unfamiliar living facility where they will be on their own for the most…
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Linda Joyce
September 15, 2014
Dating
While length of time in a relationship is hardly an accurate gauge for assessing whether or not it will be successful, three months, to me, seems too soon to move in together. No one can predict if a couple will…
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