I think we often take the word “family” for granted here in the western world; but family has many definitions in other parts of the world. Monogamy, for example, is simply a social construct. In many non-western cultures, it is…
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I think there are many reasons why there isn’t more interracial dating; but by understanding these reasons, individuals can choose whether or not such dating is right for them. Society and culture form the ways in which we interact with…
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It is absolutely possible to have a happy blended family. It takes work, but then, so does a “normal” family. Hopefully knowing about my experiences can help you, and give you some ideas to continue to form healthy relationships. My…
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January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Some on the “No” side of this debate have said that living together before marriage decreases the odds of getting married. I would whole-heartedly agree to that, but I would also add that such a situation is hardly a bad…
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