July 17, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
A great marriage makes both partners feel happy, secure, and accepted. Love is the foundation for a good marriage, but to make it great, there must be other elements involved as well. Respect Mutual respect is the most important element…
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You have looked forward to this special day for months. You have planned the details for weeks. You have spent days getting ready. You are finally at your prom, having a wonderful time, only to hear your date complaining that he…
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Unrequited love is painful, but since no one can pick the person they fall in love with, it does happen. There are many reasons, why the object of your affection may not feel the same way about you. They may…
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Spring has sprung and love, or at least lust, is in the air. If you are a single male looking for a new love interest, this is the time to make your move. No matter if you are attracted to…
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In all your dreams your prom was a magical event. You and your date danced the night away in perfect bliss and harmony, admired and envied by all. Then the unimaginable happens: you find out that your date does not…
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Speed dating may seem a little awkward and intimidating at first, but it can be great fun and potentially very successful. While it is certainly not the most romantic way of meeting a potential date, it does have advantages over…
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A red flag is more than a difference of opinion or a problem that can be worked out. A red flag is a danger sign. It indicates behaviors in your potential partner that are detrimental to your health or well-being….
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You have worked hard all year and have finally made it to that most glorious of all times: summer vacation. You booked your dream trip. Now you are at your vacation spot, footloose and fancy-free, and most importantly, unattached. You…
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April 8, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Being married to a law enforcement officer is tough. Not only do you have to deal with the fact that your spouse has a job which could very well get him or her seriously injured or killed, but you also…
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April 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
One of the more thoughtful and romantic ways to say “I love you” to your spouse or partner is to leave random notes for them to find at odd moments. It will let them know that you are not taking…
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Combine equal parts of tolerance, respect, and loyalty. Sprinkle liberally with positive reinforcement and communication. Wrap in love. Serve with a large dollop of humor. Tolerance A family is made up of individuals, all with their own idiosyncrasies and beliefs….
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January 31, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Roughly half of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. There is no guarantee that your marriage will last, but you can improve your odds by communicating with each other. Here are some things you should discuss before…
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January 15, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Your date will spend a lot of time and effort to make herself look her best. You can make her look even better by presenting her with the perfect corsage. Before you start shopping, talk to your date, to her mother,…
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January 1, 2015 Relationships and Family - Other
Living together before marriage can be a good idea, especially if you and your partner are very young or come from different backgrounds. There are many benefits you can reap from such a trial period. – You will get to…
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If you want your ex back, the first thing you should do is get a good night’s sleep. If you still think that you want them back after you wake up the next morning, grab a notebook, a pen, and…
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The day of the prom is coming closer and closer and you don’t have a date yet. It’s time to ask somebody out. You even have a girl in mind, but you’re afraid that you’ll make a fool of yourself….
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September 4, 2014 Communication
Spending time with your elderly relatives can be quite a treat. The trick is to get them to talk about something you’re interested in. That can easily be accomplished by simply asking a question or by talking to them about…
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August 8, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
To add excitement to your relationship, plan a romantic getaway at home. One of the best ways to do this is to surprise your beloved with a bath for two. The main ingredients are a bathtub or hot tub and…
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Communication is the cornerstone of any relationship, no matter whether it is personal or professional. The better your communication skills are, the easier and more effective it is to interact with a spouse, a friend, a coworker, or a supervisor….
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May 20, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Mutual respect is one of the cornerstones of a successful marriage. Without it any relationship is doomed. When a husband respects his wife, he demonstrates it not only with his manner, words, and actions, but also with the things he…
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First dates can be nerve-wracking. You are so anxious to make a good impression that you forget to have a good time. Part of your worry is that you have no idea if your date is into you or would…
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April 24, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
A marriage has advantages that simple cohabitation does not, mainly because it is a contract, in addition to being a personal commitment. This is assuming that the relationship between the partners is a good one. Emotional Benefits When two individuals…
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When dating first became fashionable, the guy always asked the girl out, and he was always the one to pay for the date, mainly to prove this financial eligibility for a possible marriage. Even in today’s society of changing gender…
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February 17, 2014 Communication
Honesty is considered a virtue, but very few people tell the complete truth all the time. One does not necessarily have to be a bad person in order to tell an occasional lie. In some cases, there may even be…
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February 12, 2014 Communication
First there was the perfect dress. Then you found the matching shoes. To top it all off, the guy you’ve had a crush on since fifth grade asks you to the prom. You are floating on air. Then reality hits…
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January 10, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Maintaining a successful relationship takes hard work and commitment by both partners under any circumstances. Having a happy marriage takes even more effort when there are compatibility issues. A person’s religious beliefs define him or her to a great degree….
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January 8, 2014 Crisis Support
The purpose of a sympathy note is to let the grieving person know that they are on your mind. It is not always easy to find the right words, but it is important to remind them that they are not…
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It is very easy to feel that nobody is good enough to marry your son. While that may or may not be true, the reality is that most sons will fall in love sooner or later and decide to propose….
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It is never a good idea to vent to your kids about their other parent, even if they are adults. It is an especially bad mistake if they are still young. Your children love both of you. They will feel…
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