When your children grow up you expect them to leave the comfort of your home. In some cases this is not a possibility. The adult child may be finishing his or her education and can’t afford to live away from…
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May 19, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Are you ready to file for bankruptcy in your marriage partnership? You have checked all the numbers and they just don’t add up to success. You have been emotionally over-spending for most of your married life. Marriages can go into…
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There are no hard and fast fixes for getting over your ex. Time will be your best friend after a relationship breaks down. While you wait for the pain to get easier, there are some things you can do to…
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Laughter is a powerful aphrodisiac. There is nothing like a good laugh together. It will light the spark of romance in your relationship. If your mate comes in the front door with a sour look on their face, the last…
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Living each day in fear of losing the love of your life is unhealthy. Your fear could be about losing him to another woman, or to a dreaded disease. Loving someone more than yourself is hard on your emotional well-being….
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We would all love a pair of shoes that are both stylish and comfortable. Unfortunately, style and comfort don’t often appear together in the same shoe. You will need to decide, before you make your shoe purchase, what type of…
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Taking time for yourself does not need to break your bank account. Now, more than ever we need to find inexpensive ways to relax and pamper our body and soul. You can plan your at home night on the town…
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A woman’s clothing, hair and make-up are obvious signs to her character. Her footwear lets us take a deeper look inside and find out what she is really like. The sneaker woman This lady is confident about who she is….
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If someone tells you they have never had to face the hurt of rejection, they are likely being less than truthful. Don’t despair, the sun will rise tomorrow and the pain will get easier to bear. When you have your…
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Mothers, who write at home, as either a primary or secondary source of income, face unique challenges. Writing moms face deadlines and dirty dishes, plot ideas and helping a child with their homework. Family dynamics will change, as the mothers…
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You don’t have to do battle with your hairdresser, to achieve the perfect hairstyle. Be open about your desires for your hair, while being receptive to any suggestions your professional stylist may offer. Not every haircut will suit your face…
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March 19, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Infidelity in relationships can cause heartbreak and loss of self-esteem. Learning to recognize the warning signs of infidelity may save your relationship. If you suspect that your partner has strayed, early confrontation is very important. Don’t let weeks or months…
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Nagging accomplishes only one thing…nothing! When someone repeatedly harps on a subject, people tend to tune them out. Constant nagging usually produces passive rebellion inside your family. Your spouse and children will do the exact opposite of what you would…
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March 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
When words are used as weapons, they are just as efficient as a fist or a gun. Hurtful words can destroy a person, without leaving a blood trail. We need to be very careful with our choice of words. Verbal…
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March 9, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Happiness starts on the inside and works its way to the surface. If you are feeling sad and depressed, it will not be easy to infuse any relationship with happy feelings. Think about what makes you smile and feel good…
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March 9, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Love is the cement that binds a husband and wife together. Over the years, cement can crack and so can the feelings of love between married couples. There are ways to keep the love strong between a husband and wife….
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March 9, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Your marriage should feel like a honeymoon that never ends. Those romantic and tender moments between two people who fall in love and get married, need to survive for many years. Feeling love for your spouse is great; throw in…
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March 8, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
A good marriage is the result of two unique individuals, joining together in a love partnership, where both are equal partners. When a wife or husband tries to control and dominate inside the marriage, problems can occur. If a marriage…
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Adultery is most likely the death knell for a marriage. It may seem like a wake up call at first. You may even be able to try working on your problems. Ultimately, your spouse has broken a trust, and you…
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If you live on this planet, you have tasted divorce or known someone who has gone through the heartbreak of a lost marriage. The longer you live, the greater the odds are of knowing someone who has survived a terrible…
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February 10, 2015 Friends and Peers
Mutual respect is the glue that holds any relationship together. Whether it is a marriage or business partnership, without respect, the walls of your relationship will crumble. It is easy to fall in love. The hard part comes after the…
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February 10, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Forgiving someone takes courage. It is never easy to swallow your pride and say: “I forgive you.” When two people get married, they plan to be together forever. When a husband breaks that trust, the hurt inside his wife seems…
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February 7, 2015 Communication
There is nothing that can stop a verbal fight quicker, than an honest smile. When we communicate in a pleasant manner, it puts people at ease. They do not feel threatened by politeness and soft words. When we encounter people…
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The decision has been made. Your elderly parent is going to move into your home. While your intentions may be admirable, and you really do believe that everything will work out for the positive, there are questions you will need…
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When a young girl likes a boy. a punch in the arm can signal she is interested! My youngest son came home with many bruises in grade school. They were delivered by girls who had crushes on him. When we…
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December 4, 2014 Communication
When someone is being passive-aggressive toward you, it can hurt like a blow to the stomach. The passive-aggressive person is subtle in their manipulations. Others may not notice the aggression in the person’s voice, but you know what they are…
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December 4, 2014 Communication
You can’t really deal with rude neighbors. You have to learn to co-habitate beside your obnoxious next door dweller. It won’t be easy to resist dishing out your own brand of rudeness. Instinctively, you will want to retaliate against your…
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November 12, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Romance does not have to be kick started by fine dining or dancing under the stars. Locking eyes with your sweetheart over the diaper pail can be romantic, if you want it to be. Laughter is a great mood setter…
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October 25, 2014 Communication
Every workplace has at least one know-it-all. If your work takes you outside the home, you will meet a know-it-all at some point in your career. This type of co-worker is one of the most annoying people you will ever…
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September 7, 2014 Communication
If anger has reared its ugly head, you had better deal with it fast, before it deals a death blow to your relationship. When anger and fighting become the norm for a couple, there is big trouble in paradise. No…
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