October 26, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
HUMOR: For lonely guys, here’s what to do to fight the emotional letdown when your mistress leaves your mattress: 1. If it affects your ability to get a decent night’s sleep, count sheep. But don’t get romantically involved with any…
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October 24, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
Relationships can be very deep and loving, especially those involving long-term commitments or marriage. Unfortunately, as with everything else in life, many seemingly-forever loves eventually fade away to estrangement. When that occurs, and once you’ve decided you need to seek…
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Sibling rivalry isn’t necessarily a negative trait. The Kennedy family is an example of positive sibling rivalry. The father, Joe, always pitted each of his four sons against each other in sports, education and achievement. He groomed his oldest, Joe,…
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TV advertising has never been as intense as it is today for enticing seniors to spend and invest their money. Vintage movie stars serve as spokespersons for companies offering such confusing financial services as reverse mortgages. Other sources, such as…
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Effective communication is a vital factor on first dates. Within a very few minutes, the impression you make can affect whether the evening will be very enjoyable or deadly dull. If you choose interesting and intelligent conversation starters, both you…
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October 1, 2013 Crisis Support
Nothing is as devastating as the loss of a loved one. It is never an easy time, and it happens in every family. Then the survivors must face the difficult task of getting organized. While recovering from the sorrow and…
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There are many ways for high school students to date without needing to spend a lot of money. In some situations where cash is extra tight, some dates can be absolutely free. For example, one will say to the other:…
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It should be simple to tell if another college student is interested in you. Of course, there are barriers that could prevent making the first move, such as shyness and fear of rejection. However, if you suspect there is a…
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September 24, 2013 Communication
I don’t understand why a smoker smokes, and I don’t believe there is any reason for reasoning with a smoker. If someone wants to commit suicide, I may have some sympathy for the person and his family. However, unless I’m…
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September 12, 2013 Friends and Peers
There was a kid, Lenny, in our boys’ high school junior class who was the poster boy description of the classic nerd. Skinny, undersized, thick glasses, squeaky voice and with an IQ of at least 200. He was at least…
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September 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Three major reasons for ending a marriage are sexual infidelity, domestic violence and addiction. If a spouse is involved in one or more of these problems, it’s time to end the marriage. Of course, there are other reasons to consider…
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If your elderly parents live far away from you, expect that they’ll need your help. Even if you can’t be there physically to aid them in everyday living routines, there are ways to make their lives smoother. 1. Call frequently….
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Home healthcare can be an effective benefit, but with it comes emotional concerns. The often difficult decision to begin professional home health visits for the elderly usually occurs with growing worry among family members. The decision should come after considerable…
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August 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Easy: just find someone else to have sex with. Ow, ouch, please don’t hit me with that frying pan again, honey. I was just kidding. Seriously, would you believe that my spouse and I celebrated our 42nd wedding anniversary by…
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August 25, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
Relationships in this era of instant communication, instant coffee and instant gratification are difficult enough to keep fresh. That said, cutting the puppet strings of an unwanted togetherness may appear to be a simple instant snip. However, dealing with human…
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A relationship with a much younger person can be a very uplifting and enjoyable experience. It gives the older participant the pleasant illusion of recapturing one’s youth. It’s also flattering for the more seasoned ego knowing a younger person believes…
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The scenario is all too familiar to everyone. Not only in our personal lives, but we see it daily in movies and TV, read it in books and discuss it often with friends. The subject is maintaining celibacy until marriage….
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There are many ways to plan a romantic date for Halloween night. The first is to get together and decide on costumes that fit your loving relationship. For example, there are Romeo and Juliet, Captain John Smith and Pocahontas, Caesar…
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August 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A person in the middle of divorce proceedings is typically in a high state of anxiety, anger and/or unhappiness. When you’re in the same room, bar or car, there are words you should never say to your friend. If you…
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When do older women see signs that their boyfriends may be too young for them? There’s a word today for those women. They’re called cougars, a not-too-flattering implication that they resemble predatory jungle felines. However, in this ever-evolving social mores, it’s…
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July 23, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friendships are important aspects of everyone’s life, and your decision to end an abusive one can be an unsettling and difficult decision. Before making such a drastic move, be certain your reasons are valid and to rid yourself of the…
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July 22, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Arguments are normal episodes in all human relations. They can happen among the best of friends and everyday working associates. The confrontations can be even more serious when you become involved in angry disagreements with family members, particularly your spouse….
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There’s a Gershwin song about quarreling lovers dating back to the movies of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. It’s title, “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off”, and humorous patter perfectly fits the distressing moments when a relationship is in trouble. …
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When newly widowed, the last thing you want to think about is getting into the dating scene. However, after days, weeks or months of mourning, the pain of your loss will begin to heal. Then you must face decisions on…
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A relationship with a much younger person can be a very uplifting and enjoyable experience. It gives the older participant the pleasant illusion of recapturing one’s youth. It’s also flattering for the more seasoned ego knowing a younger person believes…
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