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Saying 'I Love You' for Less

This is for the frugal romantic. Last Valentine's Day I had $8. I went to the local grocery store and bought gladiolas (the cheapest flowers I could find - but very beautiful). I cut red tissue paper into hearts. I also bought strawberries and grapes. I got out all the photos of the two of us and taped them to the wall in a trail leading to the bathroom.... >Full Story

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My husband checks out other women

I often notice my husband checking out other women. When I confront him about it, he says that there’s nothing wrong with looking, and he has no intention to do anything more. Am I right to be concerned, or am I overreacting? Advice: Dave: Early in our marriage, it came as a real surprise to me to discover that I could... >Read More



Bypass the Bait: Handling Criticism Gracefully

When someone throws an inflammatory or critical comment our way, it's tempting to take the bait and get into an argument or internally bristle at what he or she said. A better way to handle the situation is to bypass the bait and "READ." Remain calm- Number one rule. Echo and inquire - You may choose to offer a quick question... >Read More



Married, but Can't Forget my First Girlfriend!

I’ve been married for three years but I just can't forget my first girlfriend, who is also married with kids. I am going to become a father, but I can't forget the moments we spent together a long time ago. I always compare my wife with her and find much dissatisfaction in my heart. Frankly speaking, I still love... >Read More



Hope When Life is Tough

Growing up in the projects of Dunedin, Florida was tough. We lived across from a sewage treatment plant and with it came every negative stereotype you can imagine. But throughout my childhood I never realized we were poor, because there was always so much love. I wouldn't trade my childhood for anything. Broken promises My mom was only 18 when...... >Read More



Crisis Intimacy

A prevailing myth in our society says that during times of extreme crisis, many (if not most) marriages falter and fail. Certainly it was something we were told time and time again when we faced our own tragedies. Grief counsellors and social workers cautioned us about this danger after the stillbirths of both our sons Noah and Simon, and... >Read More



Advice: Divorce, Separation and Dating

My brother recently announced his separation shortly after told me he was dating someone. He and his wife have filed for divorce, but my family is having a hard time dealing with the fact that he is dating while he is still legally married. He wants our family to meet his new girlfriend. My question is, should we meet... >Read More


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