It seems as though couples get engaged over the holidays more than any other time of year, and why not? There are already great parties planned, family gatherings, delicious food, great decor, and special reasons to celebrate. What could possibly go wrong? Unfortunately, quite a few things can, but if you and your fiancé know how to plan around the stressful trappings, your engagement can be the “cherry on top” […]
Miscommunication happens. My husband says, “I think I could’ve said that better.” He says that when he knows what I heard him say didn’t come across exactly the way he intended. Have you ever been in an argument with your spouse and just know the conversation isn’t going anywhere near how you intended? It definitely has for us. Improving communication is extremely important in any marriage or relationship. In fact, […]
With pumpkin spice lattes back on the menu, fall is upon us. September, October and November are great times for you and your partner to escape and enjoy a romantic getaway! Whether romance includes massages, walks on the beach, mountain biking or trying new cuisine, I’ve got you covered. Check out these 5 romantic places to getaway this fall: Charlottesville, VA Virginia is for lovers. A quick flight to Charlottesville […]
Most relationships start fresh and exciting. It doesn’t take much to have fun and enjoy one another. Over time, however, the newness wears off and the busyness of life can settle in. It is easy for complacency to move in and no one even notices. If you have noticed your relationship feeling a little dull, here are three ways to add fun. Create a Specific Bucket List For many years […]
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year: football games, pumpkin spice coffee, cooler weather in Jacksonville, and fun dates with my hubby. It’s easy for life to get so busy, one of the things I’ve noticed is that couples often make excuses for not prioritizing dates (I’ve been guilty of this at times, too). However, researchers have found that couples who make an effort to “date” stay […]
Parenting isn’t an easy task but parenting a strong-willed child can be very challenging. It may seem to be a battle getting your children to do what you have asked, no matter how simple the request is. Strong-willed children are independent and stubborn, they want to do what they want and when they want to. The good news is that there is hope. The book “Parenting the Strong-Willed Child” gives you […]
Parenting is hard work. It is easy to get caught up in all the negativity that surrounds raising a child; are you doing it all right? Their behavior, their nutrition, milestones, learning, growth charts, etc are all things that get scrutinized by others and yourself. However, have you ever found yourself wondering what constitutes being a positive parent? Being a positive parent is all about shifting perspective and focusing on […]
Have you ever contemplated why you’re still with him? I know I have! Sometimes we choose relationships for all the wrong reasons. Looking back, I remember one in particular that had obvious redflags and needed to end. But what was it that took me so long to take action? Relationship expert, Patrick Wanis, says, “We all need a sense of security as it is one of our key emotional needs”. […]
You floated through the dating phase, glided to the altar, and maybe even welcomed one or two new additions to the family. But somewhere in the natural flow of life together, you’ve found that the careers you envisioned so clearly in the early relationship stages look very different today. His job requires travel and long days; hers demands the night hours. Relationship quality begins to waver in the light of […]
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