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I could still smell smoke in the air when we got out of the car, Hannah’s Jetta parked along the side of the highway, the crash somewhere to our right. Apparently the pilots had tried to land on the highway, then realized that there would be too many casualties, and headed for the forest instead. […]

….As my girlfriends wrapped up their dating rant, I reminded them that the type of man they want to date or marry may not come wrapped up in an Armani suit and carry a briefcase. He might get dirty, work for a non-profit, deliver packages for FedEx or even open doors for a living. At […]

The obvious answer is no, the anonymous questioner is not responsible. He is only personally responsible for the child he created. However there is personal responsibility and then there are the responsibilities we have for the greater good. In this instance, the responsibility of maintaining a positive environment for children to become caring and well-rounded […]

1. “It’s not you; it’s me.” Optimist: You’re not the problem; you’re perfect. It’s me and all my problems causing this not to work. Realist: It’s totally, utterly and 100% you. 2. “I need space.” Optimist: I just need to take a step back and reexamine our relationship. Realist: I need to get far, far away from you. 3. […]

If you are new to sharing your desires, start with simple questions. 1. What are your favorite kinds of full body touch — featherlight or deep massage? 2. Are there any parts of your body that you want touched more often? 3. What kinds of daily affection make you feel most loved? Once successfully begin […]

1. He insults femininity 2. He acts like commitment is horrible and tying him down 3. He won’t open up emotionally 4. He acts like a phony  5. He makes aggression his default recreational activity What can you do about your man’s immature (and insecure) behavior? Encourage him to express his feelings… Do NOT accept his inconsiderate […]

First, a quick summary of the original Horsemen: CRITICISM is when you attack your partner’s character or personality rather than complaining about a specific instance where they have failed. Criticism often begins with the phrases “You never…” and “You always…” DEFENSIVENESS is exactly what it sounds like — instead of acknowledging that your partner just might be […]

1. Don’t force it. 2. Your favorite search engine does not qualify as a stand-in gyno.  3.  Souvenirs are for Disney World — not the bedroom.  You can’t change a guy’s obsessive-compulsive behavior, and honestly, unless you’re starring in Hollywood’s latest rom-com, really shouldn’t try changing a guy period…. 4. Anything “back-door” oriented required a discussion (and we […]

1. How does he make you feel? Does he make you feel safe, respected, valued, needed… 2. Does he have daddy genes? Whether or not my girls end up becoming moms is up to them, but since statistically most people have kids, I’m preparing them for these qualities in a man… 3. Does he have […]