Dating

I have (in my possession) break-up boxes, photo albums and other memorabilia (from past relationhips) stored; framed photos still line my coffee table to remind me of the tremendous growth I’ve experienced since those relationships terminated; and, it is okay…
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Before you marry a millionaire, you need to land him first. It seems as though the only people who the media casts light on are the rich and famous. If you find yourself fantasizing about being in that same position, that’s perfectly…
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Right now you’re at the bottom of a deep, dark well staring up at the speck of soft light in the distance. You’ve already tried to climb out, but your hands and feet slip on the cold, slimy walls. Memories…
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Communication is a must for one to experience any good relationships, almost always a personal relationship without communication will ultimately fade away. And all to often neither of the two will find fault in their own lack of communication though…
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With spirally divorce rates, single parents have become a fairly common scenario. However, because many who find themselves in this position are still quite young, the issue of dating is very relevant today (not that older folks don’t date), and…
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You are single again, with the marriage or relationship over, and ready to pick up the pieces and build a new life. You are looking to find that perfect relationship. There are only one or two small problems, the child/children….
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The first interracial marriage, recorded in North American history was in 1614, that was the marriage between John Rolfe and Pocahontes.  Interracial relationships were not always accepted, in fact at one point they were considered illegal in some states.  Today,…
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Dating as a single parent is not as easy as if you have no children around. You need to recover from your broken relationship and you don’t want to stay alone. It is possible your marriage didn’t work or your…
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Organisms die and systems fail when critical functions can no longer be performed. Relationships, particularly intimate ones, are no different in that regard. A relationship is a system that requires inputs from two parties and various outcomes that include fulfilment,…
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The first thing we should come to terms with when we live alone is that we are good company for ourselves. There is nothing wrong with being alone, whether it is a Monday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday night. To be…
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Once you feel you have done things to deliberately hurt the person you used to love, then it is apparent that you cannot be friends with your ex. I can offer an example from my own personal experience. I have…
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The best way to deal with a flirtatious partner is to first let them know that their flirting with other people is not acceptable behavior if they want to continue their relationship with you. Your partner should know that it…
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Humans are a strange bunch really. We’ve never really seemed to “get” what it’s all about. And the more we’ve thought about it, the more we’ve tended to moan. You don’t seem to get much of that in the rest…
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The old cliche people get married and have children is often the main reason why desperate singles are going too far in the quest of coupledom. Many parents want to teach their children certain values and morals in life and…
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Love is such a wonderful feeling that every single time, every single moment in my mind I wonder why can’t we always have happy endings where both partners end up marrying and living happily ever after? During my childhood and my…
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Some people are single through choice. Others have not found the right person or people to share their life with yet and others are simply not going out with someone at the moment. However, time on your own in the…
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Long distance relationships do not work. There might be some exception such as when the separations occur for only a brief period of time and/or whether the couple has a lengthy history together. Unfortunately even in these cases long distance…
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When life hands you lemons, make lemonade, right? Well what if life hands you an ex that wants to talk? What if life hands you an ex that claims they miss you? What if life hands you an ex that…
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As people get older, being single becomes more and more difficult. People have different reasons for remaining single, be it just getting out of a bad relationship, or just waiting for the right person to come along. The evenings tend…
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If you find yourself in an abusive relationship, the time to call it quits is NOW! Of course, that is often easier said than done. I know, I have stayed in them and I was raised in one. If leaving…
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I have had numerous friends that stay in contact with their exes. One instance I am reminded of is a time when a friend of mine gets a call from his ex-girlfriend, who at the time and is still married…
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In a perfect world, people just wouldn’t cheat on their partners, and best friends would certainly not make out with their friend’s other half. However, this is not, and never has been, a perfect world, and there are several reasons…
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She’s really gone. The thought hits you like an elevator plummeting to the bottom of the shaft from the top of a building. The cable has snapped, and there you are at the bottom, looking straight up into darkness. All…
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Relationships can be wonderful. However, these sought after unities flourish only when they are fostered with mutual love and commitment. Often times, individuals remain in relationships because they are comfortable and safe. To remain in a relationship for an unsound…
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Q. What does it mean when the person you love says “YOU DESERVE SOMEONE BETTER?” Can you tell me your own perspective or your own view? A. This is the strongest indication of insecurity and low self esteem in the…
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Whether you are single and have no plans on a Saturday night, or worse – single and broke – your options for entertainment may seem pretty limited. Moreover, if your daily Monday through Friday routine consists of getting home after…
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I was fourteen when I had my first breakup. I tried throwing everything related to him away, but my mom convinced me to put it in an old shoebox and leave it in the closet, promising that someday I’d want…
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Dating; isn’t it horrible? Say what you may but when the going gets rough the dateless get desperate. With colder weather and the holiday season approaching, couple Dom is starting to rain down on the wonderful parade that is being…
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If your girlfriend’s parents do not approve of you dating their daughter, there’s no reason to be alarmed.  They probably don’t approve of any guy that their daughter brings home.  While it is easy to view this as a personal…
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The other woman is not really a scarlet woman, or a scheming minx. She is a woman, just like you. He may not have told her that he is married. She may just be in love with him. You can…
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