The Answer to Life, The Universe and Everything
For those unfamiliar, the title of this post comes from “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams. First, let me confess that I have never read the book. I know…
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The “When Harry Met Sally” Syndrome
Ever since I was a little girl, I always related better to boys. In elementary school, my closest friends were boys. I was an athletic girl, a self-proclaimed tomboy, and played most…
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Could it be NRE – New Relationship Energy?
Have you ever felt guilty for not having that ideal relationship? Maybe your partner doesn’t fulfill every single need you have. Maybe you find yourself talking to your friends about issues at…
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I Choose My Kids – Dating As a Parent
I have made a commitment to myself. I have made a commitment to my kids. It is a commitment that many may feel obligated to comment on or judge. Perhaps, it’s even…
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The Tale of Two Lives
I lead two very different lives. Every other week, my life changes drastically. At first, I hated it and I fought tooth and nail against it. Now, I am at peace with…
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How to Not Only Survive, But Thrive
July 25, 2009, my husband decided he no longer wanted to be married, in a decision that came as a total shock to me. I had no warning! Yes, we were not…
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The Best Laid Plans
I didn’t want kids. I said it. I don’t deny it. I was adamant that I would be childless for my whole life. It was my life plan. Being a parent is…
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The “Broken” Family Christmas
The first year after our divorce, my ex husband and I, still reeling from the changes, still united in helping our kids feel as little of the effects of our choices, spent…
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On Being Married and/or Being Happy
You would think I would have learned by now. That wading into any discussion about marriage and divorce will usually result in a spike in my blood pressure and my left eye…
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5 Things My Mom Taught Me
Today marks my mom’s 60th birthday. She’ll probably want to kill me for telling you that, but I think of anyone, she has come into this period in her life with grace,…
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