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- Dr. Romance: Through the eyes of love - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: When I was about 7, I had a doll, originally a "Betsy-Wetsy" doll, who had eyes that would close and who drank a bottle and wet her diaper (big toy technology when I got the doll, about 1949) I had had the doll a few years, left her out in the sun and rain, so her latex ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - Celebration of Christmas Festival - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from EZlife indiaChristmas is celebrated on 25th of December every year in remembrance of the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a major festival for the Christians but these day even the Non-Christians actively take part in the festival and its celebrations. December is considered to be a month of goodwill and ...
Views: 959 - HOLIDAY GIFT – Create A New Beginning - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2017 from Nicola BeerWith Christmas & New Year ahead of us with all the rejoicing it is the time to let go of all old unnecessary strings to find peace, serenity and start the new year fresh and make it a great success. It can bring up a lot of pain and stress this time of year. So I have a very special gift… If ...
Views: 1243 - 4 Fire Hazards That May Be in Your Home & How to Resolve Them - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyAll throughout the United States, experts estimate that a residential fire occurs, on average, every sixty-six seconds. Because of such occurrences, one civilian dies from a fire about every two hours, and at least one fire-related injury occurs every eighteen minutes. Fire safety is something ...
Views: 1006 - Top Reasons Why You Should Feel Happy - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Rachel MinahanIt is so comforting to see a joyful person who always wears a smile on his face. The same person is happy and content, and lives his live to the fullest. Here are some benefits you can drive from being happy. Happiness Reduces Stress You may say that it’s just that those people who are ...
Views: 1433(1 vote) - Can You Save A Marriage After Separation? Or is it the End? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Nicola BeerThe most common questions I get asked are: How can you save a marriage after separation? Or how can I get my husband or wife to reconsider a separation? Or My husband/ wife is insisting on a separation, what can I do? These are important questions as it is a critical time if you want to ...
Views: 1391 - DIY Christmas decoration ideas, for a homemade celebration - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Cynthia MadisonWith less than one month until Christmas, everybody is rushing to shop for the most beautiful and stylish ornaments. If you are one of those people who love the holiday season, then you should let all your friends and neighbours see that, by welcoming the light and spirit to your home. And here ...
Views: 929 - Maternity Photography- Why Always Choose a Professional Photographer - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Jack HillThe best way to celebrate pregnancy is to hire a professional photographer. Maternity photography is a way to enjoy these memorable moments in a mother’s life. This is the time where women undergo a lot of changes both physically and emotionally. There can be times that bring pain, guilt, mood ...
Views: 902 - 3 Reasons & Ways To Stop Bickering In Your Relationship - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2017 from Nicola BeerMany couples bicker over all sorts of trivial things. Especially when they have become more disconnected, this is where ridiculous arguments, over pointless things can become big issues. For example I’ve heard couples bicker about the “right” way to pack the dishwasher, whether a colour is red ...
Views: 1520 - How can a private detective help you aside from catching a cheating partner? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2017 from Laura LyonsWhen picturing a private detective, most people imagine a mysterious-looking individual dressed in a trench coat, always on the run, looking for clues that reveal a partner’s love affair. However, there is much more to private detectives than this romanticised image; while their job involves a ...
Views: 987 - The Greatest Gift of All: Hope - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2017 from Noelle NelsonIt’s been a rough year for many of us. Our country, as well as many others across the globe, has been ravaged by fierce political and social divides, unprecedented mass violence, and natural disasters from fires to hurricanes with the unfortunate promise of more to come. As the Holidays roll ...
Views: 1528 - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: How Not to Fight - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2017 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Myths and Expectations about Fighting: There are many myths and expectations about fighting in marriage. Couples come into my office frequently believing that fighting is a necessary part of being a couple; that all married couples fight; and it’s a normal part of ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - "THE 12 YEA'S OF CHRISTMAS: "GETTING ALONG WITH FAMILY DURING THE HOLIDAYS" - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2017 from Janet PfeifferIs world peace really possible? Maybe, but peace begins within, then extends into the home before it can reach global proportions. Sadly, the holidays, proclaimed the most wonderful time of the year, are more realistically the most stressful, bringing out the worst in people rather than the true ...
Views: 1470 - Never Organized? How to Change Your House Around in One Week! - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2017 from Anica OaksHaving an organized house is important for several reasons. It saves time because you can always find what you need right away. It saves money too, since you don’t have to buy new things to replace what you can’t find. Being organized also sets a good example for children, so they ...
Views: 984 - Dr. Romance: The Family of the Heart - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2017 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: No matter what you observe: Ramadan, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Solstice or Christmas, this is a celebratory time of year, and most of us are thinking of family, whether they’re near or far. My family is somehow both, since I lost all my aunts and uncles and my father before I was ...
Views: 1242(1 vote) - How to Make Weekends Unforgettable for Your Family - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2017 from Sophia MooreAt the end of every week, after your kids spending five days at school or daycare, and you and your partner spending your usual 9-5 job or housekeeping schedule, are you looking for some ways to just break off from your routine and try to do something fun with your family? With so many things ...
Views: 1130 - Dear Dr. Romance: He Does Holidays with His Ex and Kids - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I found one your article "Dr. Romance: Setting Boundaries with Your Ex" on SelfGrowth.com and wanted to reach out to a professional that is an expert with Divorce, families and integrating a new partner. I am single, 30, never been married, no ...
Views: 1124(1 vote) - Here's what to do when you're worried about the holidays. - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2017 from Martha BodyfeltFor many of us, the holidays can feel dark, lonely, and stressful—especially if we are going through or recovering from divorce. And instead of looking forward to the beautiful decorations, smell of baking pies, and holiday songs on the radio, we instead may feel triggered by sadness. Moving ...
Views: 1311 - Being Blamed In Your Relationship? How To Stop The Blame Game - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2017 from Nicola BeerHow to effectively respond to blame and enhance your marriage. Blame in any relationship is challenging to deal with, even more so in marriage. Your natural instinct may be to blame back. All this does is create more tension. Husbands and wife’s that blame each other for their unhappiness, ...
Views: 1656 - Experts Advice On Talking With Kids: 3 Ways To Make Conversing Simple - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonMy mother gave me a dough mixer for my birthday. Not just any mixer but the one that she had owned her entire life, a wedding gift from her mother on her wedding day. Let me explain why this meant so much to me. My mom was always a vibrant, active woman who spent most of her time in the ...
Views: 1364 - Maternity jacket and jeggings from Mamalicious - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2017 from Usama MalikTo have a baby in the belly is certainly the most beautiful excuse for getting a little bit thicker every day. In order to feel better and well dressed with the growing ball, I have selected a maternity jacket for the winter and jeggings from the collection of " Mamalicious. I have tested both ...
Views: 668 - How To Enjoy Your Christmas Family Get – Together - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2017 from Veronica HislopIt is so easy to get caught up in the nostalgia and hype of Christmas. This time of year we are bombarded with movies promoting happy family experiences. Whatever struggle our movie protagonist seems to have endured, they always seem to resolve their conflict and make it home for ...
Views: 1175 - Five Tips to Help you Cope with the High Expectations of the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2017 from Veronica HislopThere can be a lot of advice coming to you this time of year about coping with the multiple stresses of the Holiday Season. If ever there was a time of the year that we can feel bombarded by the demands of the outside world; this time of year is it. My advice is keeping it ...
Views: 1310 - Dear Dr. Romance: When younger sisters say hurtful things - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance My sister is 2 years younger and not long after my Dad died, I thought we should sit down and talk about things that needed to be done. She is the executor and took offense, accusing me of getting between her and Dad. Then, when my Mom got sick, she also got angry ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - Easy Effortless Feng Shui Holiday Gifts - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffAre you tired of shopping for the traditional tie for dad, perfume for mom or CD for a sibling? Try something different this year, gifts that provide positive energy all year long and best of all, will fit into the most modest budget. If you want to avoid overspending money on instant ...
Views: 1679 - How to Prepare Newborn Photography Session in Singapore - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Jack HillNewborn photography can be challenging for many photographers out there. There is a lot involved in shooting pictures of a newborn. A newborn photography can be pretty exhausting, but the end resulting can amaze anyone. So below mentioned are some tips to prepare for a newborn photography ...
Views: 1088 - Wedding catering in Delhi - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Devid HenaryWhile lazing around the sultry Monday evening on Face-book, we came across this very beautiful and insightful video on ‘dating’ and ‘marriage’. In this particular video, the man talks about why he would never date, not that he is against it, he makes sure of that. However, the point that he ...
Views: 638 - Dear Dr. Romance: My husband does not understand my children - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am married with a man that is younger than me by 17 years. Right now we are in a bad situation. I have 2 teenage children from prior marriage. My husband wants to represent my children's father and he does not understand that the children are too old to be molded ...
Views: 1241 - “Stop Preaching!” - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperThe first book that I read on self development was a by Louise L Hay and, shortly after I had read one of her books, I end up reading another. I bought the first book in a spiritual shop in Australia and the second book at a book shop in England. After I had finished this book, I read a few ...
Views: 1080 - 4 Things Your Kids Really Need - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Kendrick MossChildren are blessings from the Creator. In Bible times, the measurement of God’s favor in your life is through how many children you have. But whether we admit it or not, it is not easy to raise them. They are like brand new white canvass and depending how you mold them, that will how they will ...
Views: 1498 - The Truth About Angry Children - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonAnger in children is often misunderstood by adults, who don't always know how to handle children's angry outbursts. We might be asking ourselves the following questions: Is my child just being overly dramatic? Is he or she trying to control me? How do I diffuse the situation and help my child ...
Views: 1501 - 8 Ways to Enhance Your Child’s Critical Thinking Skills - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2017 from Aaron KesslerCritical thinking skills are the foundation of education and all life skill development. When critical thinking and reading comprehension skills are coupled, they form a fundamental part of all education. These skills enhance a child’s educational development, as well as provide them with ...
Views: 1515 - Dear Dr. Romance: We have had constant fights over little things - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Last week my husband and I had an argument over something so small like not getting up to give our kid his medicine. Just because I didn't get up he started calling me names and he pushed me from the bed. Currently, we decided we needed time apart so we ...
Views: 1071 - 4 Ways to Move Forward After a Family Death - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2017 from Eileen O'ShanassyDealing with the death of a loved one is one of the hardest things that most people will ever endure. Someone that you love has moved on and you have to deal with the fact that they are gone and the things that come with their loss. Funeral arrangements, estate settlements, and helping other ...
Views: 2422 - Does Technology Benefit Young Children’s Education? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2017 from Aaron KesslerAs parents, all of us have fought the battle with our kids as they are absorbed into a video game or movie on an iPad, tablet or smartphone. We’ve had a better chance of getting the attention of Tom Cruise walking the red carpet than our kids. Today, it’s common for two-year-olds to be using ...
Views: 1517 - Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2017 from Darlene LancerOur mother is our first love. She’s our introduction to life and to ourselves. She’s our lifeline to security. We initially learn about ourselves and our world through interactions with her. We naturally long for her physical and emotional sustenance, her touch, her smile, and her protection. ...
Views: 2281(2 votes) - 5 Critical Skills Children Learn Through Learning Activities - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2017 from Aaron KesslerI remember, countless times as a kid, when I would pepper my parents with every question imaginable. Why is the sky blue? Do toads give you warts? What is the distance between the sun and the moon? Who is the fastest NFL football player? Where is Alaska? Who…What…Where…Why…and ...
Views: 1387 - The Up-Side to Forcing Family Dinners - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYou have probably heard all the studies — family dinners are a great way to bond with your kids and provide many benefits that will help them in their childhood, teen years, and into adulthood. While you might not want to push your kids to participate in those family meals, the benefits ...
Views: 1611 - 3 Steps To Handling Divorce Threats or “I’m Not “In Love” With You” - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Nicola BeerMost people are aware now of the 40-50% average divorce rate in the west and expat communities. Knowing this doesn’t make that any easier if you are living in an unhappy marriage where divorce threats have been made. The good news is an unhappy relationship doesn’t mean it’s over. That’s ...
Views: 1438 - 3 Ways To Make The Family More Efficient On School Mornings - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanSchool mornings are often the most stressful part of the day. You need to make sure that everyone brushes their teeth, gets some food and is ready to go out the door at a certain time, and you’re not always dealing with happy campers. If you want to improve the efficiency of your family’s ...
Views: 2216 - Staying Civil: 3 Reasons Kids Come First In Any Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanThere are many reasons for getting divorced. Unfortunately, few of them can console a child who is going through the process. Even worse, many parents tend to push their children to the side while they deal with this often-complex kind of situation. If you have a child, though, you should make ...
Views: 1204 - Loved One Lost: How to Teach Children about Life and Death - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Rachelle WilberLosing a loved one is usually very difficult situation to deal with, but how do you explain it to a child? It may be a tough task but it must be done eventually. Here are a few different ways to teach children about life and death. Explain with Religious Beliefs All religions and ...
Views: 718 - Spooky Season: How to Safely Enjoy Halloween - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Anica OaksHalloween is a very popular time of year. The promise of free candy, chilly air, colorful costumes, and uninhibited fun combine to make a night full of delight and enjoyment. Unfortunately, this night also holds a lot of potential for danger. It is important to not only enjoy Halloween, but to ...
Views: 1273 - Best and top styling ways to wear a head scarf - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from Ali SheikhWhen it comes to scarves for women then you need to wear it in most stylish manner. For head scarves styling, be as much creative as you can. You can go for forehead scarf styling, simple head scarf styling or you can have banded scarf styling. Right from retro styling to boho styling, each and ...
Views: 757 - "The Power of Showing Up" - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2017 from Barry and Joyce Vissell“The amount we receive back within our hearts from helping is much more than the time or money that we give.” There has been much in the news about the tragedies affecting millions of people. In my life, I hardly remember a time when so much has been happening to so many people in such a ...
Views: 1452 - Aquarian Woman - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2017 from Merry BattlesWoman will finally take her place, With equal stance to man. Standing together. Each a necessary part of the whole. God is Father Mother. We have forgotten the Mother. But Aquarius on wings of equality Knows the truth. And woman will stand with man An equal, not of like ...
Views: 1471 - 5 Places You Have to See With Your Kids Before They Are Grown - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2017 from Jeremy SutterOne of the greatest things about being a parent is seeing the world through your child’s eyes. As adults, it’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you’ve “seen it all.” But the world is a pretty amazing place, and kids have a way of looking at things with a ...
Views: 1220(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: My son is having a substance abuse problem - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My son is having a substance abuse problem. It surfaced a few months ago, he promised to stop, and I just caught him using it again. He just turned 18. What can I do to help him? Dear Reader: I'm so sorry you're going through this with your son. If he wants help, ...
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