We’ve all felt a little green but with confidence and a positive self-esteem you can overcome jealously in your relationships. There are many reasons why people feel jealous in their relationships but all envy can be traced to fear. You…
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Single parent dating is an easier scene than the single one. As a single parent you have probably already gone through the rigmarole of fleeting romance, one-night stands and stand-ups. Not to mention, waiting by the phone or obsessively checking…
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Staying with an abuser is almost always easier than leaving, and that becomes more evident in the aftermath. Leaving an abuser is ending the cycle, the relationship and the abuser’s ability to have total control, so it is considered the…
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Deep purple blemishes highlighted with hints of blue are the mark of domestic violence. They fade into brown then disappear into yellow. Everyone notices the colors, and how they fluctuate. They know when it happens again. No one asks any…
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Turn your frizzy grays into a crown of silver tresses with some of these tips. Gray hair is the hallmark of maturity; tying with crow’s feet for feelings of frustration. First, you should know that gray hair differs from younger…
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Long, thick hair is usually associated with younger women. It seems to be an unspoken rule that a woman should cut her hair once she ages. The same person that made that rule also said you shouldn’t wear white in…
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May 20, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
A protection order is often nothing more than a permission slip, stating who to stay away from, and how far away to stay. In the event that protection is truly needed, the last thing that will help is a protection…
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May 19, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Before developing an eating disorder and spending the rent money on must-have fashions that look great in print, consider the reasons why models don’t really look that way. Digital enhancement is used to cut corners, trim excess and leave a…
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May 17, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Now it’s easier than ever to look and feel great at any weight. More plus sized models are hitting the runway and top beauty magazines are featuring icons that don’t fit the super skinny size 0 that has ruled the…
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For months, he insisted on spending Christmas at the cabin with his family. Hesitantly, you agreed, despite the remote location with no means of staying in touch with the office. Smiling, he leaned against the car as you loaded your…
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April 18, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
An extreme makeover has to start with what’s inside, first. No matter how much collagen you pump or inject into your skin, how much or how little you weigh, no matter how smooth your skin or bouncy your hair is…
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Denying homosexuals the rights and benefits of marriage is a form of punishment for sexual orientation. It sends the message that if homosexuals insist on marrying, they are not going to be recognized in our society as a valid married…
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An in your face mane is the lion’s pride and a righteous flip is an emo chic’s statement. To achieve that critical, edgy look the right cut is needed. It’s best not to do it yourself unless you know what…
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Hair massacre. It happens and most of us have given into the temptation to just trim a little here and there. Maybe our bangs have become unruly, or our spikes are leaning to the left. We only meant to do…
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I have been cutting hair for ten years and the best results come from the best communication. If you want your sideburns trimmed and tell the stylist to cut them off, you could end up with bald spots. If by…
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Choosing the right wig requires some planning and forethought. There are many reasons to need or want a wig, and just as many wigs to choose from. It’s not as simple as grabbing one on the way home from work….
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Push-up bras, also known as miracle bras may be miraculous for some and disastrous for others. They were designed with a smaller breast size in mind. The extra padding in the base of the cup cushions the breast, holding it…
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The anatomy of a codependent relationship can be traced to one thing; fear. The little four letter word fear’ is the root of all that takes place in toxic, codependent relationships. Are you mad at me? You look really mad,…
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February 11, 2015 Communication
Habitual complaining as a way to vent stress not only hurts your relationships, but it brings more of what you’re complaining about into the relationship. Learning how to effectively deal with stress and the use of positive thought can eliminate…
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Save your one-liners for the elevator and let your eyes do the flirting. Pictures say a thousand words, but romantic eyes say it all. Here are some tips to turn your everyday peepers into bedroom eyes. Start with a clean,…
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January 23, 2015 Crisis Support
Rape is a tragedy unto itself but making false assumptions regarding the crime only adds insult to injury. Unless a person has been a victim of rape or has a loved one who was a victim, they are not likely…
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Next to wrinkles, there is nothing worse than a pimple, but there are some easy ways to hide them. Pimples are local infections of the pores and you should never pop them. This can lead to a spread of the…
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January 6, 2015 Friends and Peers
It can be tempting to resort to graphic displays of questionable activity to deter the looky-loos next-door, but it will probably cause more problems than it’s worth. Nosy neighbors are a frustrating annoyance and they get their daily fill of…
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January 6, 2015 Friends and Peers
Getting rid of bad housemates can be as frustrating as getting rid of cockroaches. You can spray, bomb and smoke those roaches but when you wake up in the morning, they’re still there. They get into your clothes, eat your…
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There are three options for getting black dye out of your hair and only one is relatively risk free. The first option is to let your hair grow out, which could take six-eight months if your hair grows one half…
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Visions of blonde bouncing in your head and the actual orange locks that appear in the mirror can leave you frustrated. Achieving a head full of lustrous, golden tresses is not easy to accomplish or maintain. Unless your hair color…
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December 1, 2014 Communication
Chivalry is on life support and women hold the plug. An old tradition meaning to behave like a knight, chivalry has little room to survive in the face of equal rights. A knight is first and foremost a man who…
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December 1, 2014 Communication
A man can grab his fishing gear, jump in the car and be enjoying himself in a matter of minutes. He doesn’t worry that his socks will get wet or his shoes will get muddy. He doesn’t need to pack…
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December 1, 2014 Communication
Whether it’s an invitation to dinner, a summer romance or a long-term relationship rejecting someone is not easy. Letting them down gently requires assertiveness, tact and compassion. Don’t use wishy washy words that could lead the person on or make…
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November 19, 2014 Skin and Body
Your best friend just had a black octopus tattooed on her back with fierce-looking tentacles reaching around her waist and hips. The details are tight, it looks fantastic and now you want a tattoo, but should you get one, and…
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