As parents time is always limited. Parents are always busy and have to juggle with everything in their life. But as parents it is very important to spend time with your children. Playing with your children is essential if you want to build a good strengthen and long lasting bond with your kid. Many children today have their own cubbies in Melbourne in their home backyard. These cubby houses are the kid’s special and own place and space.
As a parent, playing with your kid in the cubby house will make the child feel more special because you’re in their play space. There are many benefits for parents who play with their kids in their cubby house. And these cubby houses can help strengthen the parent – child bond. Children depend upon parents for everything and the kids learn things by looking at their parents. As parents, being fully engaged and spending quality time playing with the kids will help build their confidence and self-esteem. Each kid is different from the other. Playing with your children will give you the opportunity to get to know your child better, understand them, and help in their development and also bond with them.
It is very important for parents to get down to their child level when they are playing together. That is to engage and play with your child in their territory. Usually, the cubby house is the child’s territory. It is vital, when you’re playing with your children to give your kids the undivided attention and have no distractions like cell phone, cooking, etc.
You can get your child cubby house accessories to help decorate their playhouse and this will help you play different activities with your kids every day.
Some of the cubby house accessories are basketball hoop, punching bag, table and chairs, blackboard, some books, tea sets and cutlery sets, etc. some of the activities you can play with your child in their cubby house are having a picnic, tea party with the dolls, play with their favourite toys, play hide and seek, engage in a friendly basketball or boxing match, play the teacher or student game, do crafts together or even have a sleepover or camping night in the cubbyhouse.
Playing with your child will give you an amazing and good feeling. It will also help create a special bond, understand your child, build confidence, encourage your child to open up and trust you and also allows the child to depend on you for anything especially if something is wrong they can always come and ask for your advice.


First, I met a guy. He was 30 but still very cute. His wife had died, and he carried her engagement ring. I was in a restaurant, where I met this guy, and we flirted; however, I left because I have a boyfriend and I knew he would be upset. Somehow I discovered that my mother was a murderer. She killed women. I was very shocked by this information, and I needed to talk to my boyfriend (boy toy according to Carlos) about it. Sadly, we were in my father’s birthday party, and about to watch a movie, so my boyfriend said he wanted to watch the movie and we’d talk later. I was very upset about this, because it was very important for me to talk to him. I left and thought about my relationship, I was very emotional and thought to myself I didn’t want a boyfriend who preferred watching a movie than comforting me in such a hard time. I went back to my boyfriend, told him in the ear “It’s over” and left (this is overly dramatic, I know, I’m not really like this). Then I went looking for the older guy who flirted. I actually feel guilty about doing this in my dream. To be honest, I only wanted a physical comfort, but this guy was quite romantic and really wanted to be with me in a relationship. This guy went looking for an empty room and then I saw my boyfriend looking for me. He was drunk, so I left and tried to hide. I didn’t really want him to see me with this new guy. I realized I really wanted to be with my boyfriend, and I didn’t care about the other guy. I thought to myself it was a good time to tell my boyfriend I love him.
When I started to look for him, he had left the party. I went to the parking lot, and we was gone. I was so desperate. My boyfriend was drunk, upset and driving. And it was all my fault. I didn’t know what to do, I felt guilty and helpless. That’s when I woke up.
I think this dream is so important because it was very realistic. I mean, no fantasy at all. I guess I also realized how important my boyfriend is to me. We have been four months together and I haven’t told him I love him, cause I don’t know if I do. It has something to do with studying psychology. I know how love works, and I wanna tell him when I’m sure it’s “true love” (intimacy, passion and commitment) and not when I’m just in that crazy state of “being in love”.


Whether you’re a new couple or you’ve been together for years, it’s normal to have a feeling that you don’t want your husband to touch you anymore.
This feeling can be triggered by many factors, but if you are experiencing this feeling you should do something about it.
If you don’t address the cause of this feeling, it will continue. Fortunately, you can fix this problem with just a few simple strategies.
You met your husband’s emotional needs
Having your husband meet your emotional needs is a vital part of your marriage.
If your husband does not meet these needs, you may experience unresolved feelings or conflict.
These unresolved feelings can lead to a lack of satisfaction in your relationship and can also lead to an unhappy marriage.
When you are a wife, you should try to understand your husband’s emotional needs and try to fulfill them.
It is important to realize that every person has different relational needs.
It is also important to understand that you are not required to like everything your husband does or likes.
For example, you do not have to like the same hobbies that your husband has. You can participate in his hobbies and offer to host events for him.
You can also ask your husband about his life, hobbies, and interests.
This will help you understand him better.
It is also important to know when you should back off. If you notice that your husband becomes distant or crowded, you need to back off.
This will allow you to avoid a tense relationship.
Also, if your husband does not show you the affection that you need, you should back off.
Sometimes, this can be because he does not show affection to you or because you are not processing certain emotions.
If you have difficulties in meeting your husband’s emotional needs, you can work on improving the relationship by talking to him.
You can also use a four-step process from dialectical behavior therapy to help you understand your emotional needs.
These steps include being open, accepting, calm, and recognizing.
When you work on improving your communication with your husband, you will be able to meet his emotional needs more effectively.
You may want to consider purchasing a book on how to deal with emotional needs. Many people turn to their partners for help with these needs.
However, you can also find solutions on your own.
If you feel like you have a difficult time dealing with your emotions, you can use deep breathing techniques to help regulate your emotions.
You’re stuck in a state of intimacy for a long time
Having a long-term intimate relationship isn’t all about being close and having sexual experiences.
It also involves trust, vulnerability, and communication.
Intimacy is a great way to strengthen your relationship. When you’re experiencing stress and are feeling isolated, it can be easy to lose touch with your partner.
Having fun with your partner is a great way to combat this feeling.
Intimacy is a key ingredient to any romantic relationship. It helps build closeness and compatibility and is linked to greater relationship satisfaction.
A lack of intimacy can lead to a lack of trust, vulnerability, and communication.
When you’re experiencing stress or anxiety, it can make you feel isolated from your partner. This can also lead to a lack of intimacy.
When you’re experiencing a lack of intimacy, you may be afraid to be intimate with your partner, because you feel that you’re not in control of the situation.
This fear can be caused by a variety of factors, including rejection, abandonment, and fear of intimacy. Having fun with your partner during stressful times is a great way to boost your intimacy.
Intimacy can be scary, but it is important to remember that it is also a sacred space.
A long-term intimate relationship is marked by many things, including shared understanding, laughter at the same jokes, and finishing each other’s sentences.
When you’re in a long-term intimate relationship, it’s important to be supported and have a good understanding of your partner’s emotions and needs.
When you’re experiencing a lack of intimacy, it’s important to remember that it’s okay to be vulnerable.
Being vulnerable is a sign of intimacy. When you’re experiencing sensitivity issues in your relationship, it’s important to discuss them with your partner.
When you’re experiencing a lack in your relationship, you may find it difficult to understand the reasons for it.
There are a variety of reasons for a lack of intimacy in a relationship, including stress, anxiety, lack of emotional intimacy, or a lack of trust.
When you’re experiencing a lack, it’s important to work to address it and rebuild your relationship.
You’re resentful of your husband’s marriage issues
Having resentment in your marriage can make your relationship feel as though it’s going downhill.
It can lead to frequent fights and arguments. It can even destroy your marriage. If you want to overcome resentment in your marriage, there are a few things that you need to do.
First, you need to acknowledge your feelings.
You need to be able to admit that you feel angry or hurt by your partner.
If you don’t acknowledge these feelings, they can build up and become a big problem.
You need to talk to your partner and try to understand why you feel this way.
Next, you need to find the root of your resentment.
The reason that you feel this way is often because of something your spouse did. You may feel that your husband was too critical or put you down.
Your husband may also be emotionally abusive.
He may verbally abuse you or physically hit you. If he is like this, he may need help. It is important to let your husband know that you care for him and want him to feel happy.
You may also notice that he starts acting differently.
He may not talk to you as often as he used to. This doesn’t mean that he doesn’t like you.
He may just be feeling more detached.
Once you’ve traced the root of your resentment, you’ll need to take action to get rid of it.
It’s not easy to overcome built-up resentment, but it can be done. In fact, you might find it easier than you think.
You can start by tracking your heart. You’ll be able to identify the minor issues in your marriage and see if you can work through them.
If you want to overcome resentment, you need to be able to communicate your needs.
If you can’t communicate your needs, your relationship will become more difficult to maintain.
Having resentment in your marriage is a big problem, but it can be solved.
You can find more information about building emotional intimacy in your marriage in Dr. Wyatt’s free resource.


The married life may be pure elation, but it has its share of difficulties. RJ imparted his experiences as a husband and father, centering on how to properly deal with the spouse, en route to a healthy married relationship.
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Relationship Tips From Someone Who Doesn't Have it Figured Out!
Happy Valentine's Day! I thought this would be the perfect time to do a relationship post. I've been in my relationship for 4 years now, and I speak for the both of us when I say we have no idea what we're doing. You don't really get a hand book on how to date, be in a relationship, or fall in love. And if you do, it's super boring, and cliche and way to fairy tale-ish. I wanted to re-do that handbook, in a real, unfiltered, and relatable way. SO.. Here are some of the things that have gotten us this far.
• Communication is HUGE! - This one is a little bit cliche but it's so, so important. There is no way a situation will get any better if you don't talk about it. Aside from just communicating when something is wrong - when things are great, talk about that too. Talk about everything, all the time.
• Chill out - Your relationship should be FUN. Joke with each other, give your partner shit, keep them on their toes. Don't be so uptight all the time. We all know that life isn't always easy, but find ways to keep your relationship happy and fun.
• Keep your relationship private - This is a big one. Keep your relationship problems TO YOURSELF! Other people don't know your relationship, so don't let them form an opinion on it. There are things that you guys will be able to get through and forgive each other for but your friends/family won't. The relationship is two people, you and him/her, so keep it that way.
• Be faithful - Self explanatory. Don't be a dick head.
• When it's broke, fix it! - My generation is known for finding replacements for things that aren't working out. I don't believe in that. If you and your partner are going through a rough patch but you BOTH WANT TO MAKE IT WORK then put in the effort and make it work! It's so easy to just break up and move on, but sticking it out and getting through it is so worth it.
• Work together - You guys are a team. Through the good things and the bad things. I'll admit it, we're guilty of sometimes fighting to win.. but that gets us no where. I've learned that when there's a problem it should never be me vs. him it should be us vs. the problem. That's the only way things will get solved, gotta tag team that shit.
• Always have each others back - Whether you are physically with each other or not, ALWAYS respect and defend your partner. There will never be a situation that I would let someone talk bad about my boyfriend in front of me and vice versa. It just won't happen. People should know not to even try it but if they don't… let them know it's not going down like that.
• Never settle - It's clear that I'm a big supporter of trying to make things work if you both still love each other. But there definitely comes a time where it's just over. You've both had enough and you need to move on. Hopefully, you have both learned how to, not only be a better partner, but just a better person all around from that experience.
• Never leave the honeymoon stage - date, flirt, keep things exciting. It's been 4 years and I still get butterflies when I know I'm gonna see my babyyyyy!
• Be 100% comfortable with each other - this has two parts.. You need to be comfortable enough to open yourself up to that person and you need to make them feel comfortable enough to open up with you. This takes time but once you get there you'll know. There will be no such thing as awkward conversations or awkward silences.
• Don't be materialistic - We see girls on Instagram getting a $3,000 purse, 45 dozen roses and a puppy for their birthday all the time. You can't expect that from your regular ass boyfriend. Sorry, not gonna happen! If he loves you, he'll show you that whether he has $5 or $5 million.
• When in doubt, channel your inner Beyoncé- Sometimes you just gotta remind him that he "ain't married to no average bitch, boy!" or get sentimental, and tell him that "it's me and you, and that's all we'll have when the world is through." All depends on your #mood, but trust... there's a Beyoncé song that fits whatever mood that is.
• Opposites attract - It's amazing to be in a relationship with someone who is so different from you. My boyfriend has opened my eyes to so many different things and opinions. I love having someone who can counteract my emotions or feelings. When I'm worked up, he'll calm me down and vice versa.
• Make sure you like the same TV shows - this one is straight from the mans mouth. This is a big one for him. If we couldn't watch every episode of the Sopranos about 4 times each, if we didn't die laughing at The Office together... would we even make it as a couple? Don't think so.
Last, but not least...
• Have fun, enjoy each other, love each other, build a bond, experience things, make each other better people, support each other. If this is your person.. make sure you have the best life possible together.
So there are our secrets! Being in this relationship and working out our kinks has been the best time of my life. Not to be too mushy gushy, you know... but love is the shit. I'm lucky to be experiencing it with someone as cool as him. I hope these help you whether it's with a current relationship, a future relationship, or realizing what may have gone wrong in a past relationship. Whoever you are, whatever your relationship status is.. single, married, slutin', divorced, sliding in DM's, whatever, enjoy your day! Eat hella chocolates! Until next time..


What he thinks about her: 2 of Cups 2 of cups can be romantic interest, certainly it does show that way. It can also mean that he sees her as compatible (i.e. the mirroring effect of the two's, sees his own qualities in her).
The King of Cups and Ace of Cups combination represents deep unconditional love and confidence. This person feels strongly attracted to you on an emotional level and sees you as their muse. You bring out feelings of creativity and inspiration in them which makes them gravitate towards you. This tarot card combination radiates positive energy..
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This card relates to the querent’s ambitions, dreams, and Pretty good Seven of Cups, Reversed SCORPIO (Page of Wands, Nine of Wands, Two of Cups) 13 Experts say that you can safely drink three cups of espresso during the day, but if you drink too much coffee it can make you feel anxious or keep you awake at night Experts say that you can.. Crow hunting websites can. When it comes to feelings, The Queen of Pentacles generally indicates someone feels positive towards you. They feel the urge to take care of you and build a stable future together. The fact that you’re dedicated to your goals and passions as well is something they find extremely attractive. Someone who represents the Queen of Pentacles feels.
The Page of Cups reversed can also symbolize emotional immaturity - as advice, this card may be saying: time to grow up. You may need to practice emotional detachment from a situation..
The Two of Cups also deals with the bonds that are formed between friends and the couple in this card may represent a deep and meaningful friendship or working relationship. The Two of Cups strongly favours an engagement or marriage. A proposal may indeed be on the cards as we see the man reach out to the woman.
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Mу wife is still upset with me after all these уears.
We were out for a stroll in Greenwich Village when her cellphone, which I was carrуing in mу pocket, started tо buzz.
I handed it tо her, аnd with her head down, she answered. Just then, I spotted someone famous walking toward us.
I nudged mу wife аnd said, “Here comes … um, um.” I could not think оf thе man’s name.
Mу wife was busу with thе phone аnd annoуed that I was bothering her. She nudged me back.
“But it’s … um, um,” I repeated as she ignored me, аnd thе celebritу whose name I could not remember brushed past us.
Finallу, mу wife ended thе call. “What is sо important?” she asked.
“You missed thе guу from ‘60 Minutes,’” I said.
“Whу didn’t уou tell me?”


The one guy I am truly grateful/thankful for is this guy right here. My best friend, other half, lover, dinosaur head, lovebug, etc. Words will never express how much he means to me, or how much love I have for him. I just can’t see a life without him, I want to grow old and wrinkly with him. I want to one day turn over my bed and see him lying next to me, sound asleep, and that be a daily routine. I love you Andrew, please don’t leave anytime soon..
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You’re my best friend, lover, shoulder to lean on, my everything. I really couldn’t be happier, knowing that I have you by my side. I really can’t ask for anything more from you, so many years of me thinking that I deserved being lied to, cheated on, hidden from everyone but then you proved me wrong. You’ve been flaunting me, you’re honest with me, you’ve shown me how to love someone again when I thought I was a heartless person, or better yet, “a sour, bitter person”. I love you, I love you for everything that you are. You bring out the best of me, you make me so fucking happy.
I love you dearly Andrew Ronnie Mendoza, don’t ever question that. You’re honestly my best friend.


SUPPORT FOR HIM: Men are thinkers and women are feelers.
As we know men and women are very different and their needs in relationships are difficult for the partner to understand. One of the toughest things for the Guy to come to terms with is that when she comes to you with a problem she is not looking for the solution....
Games people play: Blame
We are all guilty of playing the Blame game at some point in our lives. The blame game will not only destroy your relationships it will cause you to be angry and resentful which is not a nice place to be.
When you consider making the choice to stop blaming someone for the things you perceive they did...
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if another girl likes the same guy as u do, u have 2 options:
- talk to her about it; have a heart to heart convo
- eliminate her by either shipping her off to mexico or just terminating her existence
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5 6 7 8 this will be a piece of cake
9 10 pls date me
okay so my crush since 8 th grade. i am now a freshman in college, is all over me. but he told me usually for him he does sexual things before he dates them. i told him i didnt really feel comfortable with that. he said he respects that but he does wanna do stuff with me. is he using me?
how dare this younger generation enjoy casual hookups and temporary dating…back in my day we got married to our first crushes when we were 18 and ended up unhappy by the time we were 40


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They'll learn how to transform their relationship with meaningful gestures that instantly enhance communication and intimacy through exercises, including: Before getting out of bed in the mornings, take one minute to meditate together, helping the tenderness and compassion you feel for your partner to stay with you throughout the day At the end of each day, hug your partner for at least 20 seconds and tell them how glad you are to be home Create a secret signal that only your partner recognises allowing you to make an intimate connection even when you're at the grocery store, at a cocktail party, or at dinner with your family This interactive guide will empower readers to enhance their connection shared with their partners in order to build a joyful and long-lasting marriage.
With the guidance and practices detailed in 75 Habits for a Happy Marriage, you will enrich the bond you share with your partner and build a happy, supportive, and long-lasting marriage. She has completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. Together, they developed the tools that helped them recover from their first marriages and stay happy and in love every day.
Help Centre. Track My Order. My Wishlist Sign In Join. Be the first to write a review. Add to Wishlist. Ships in 7 to 10 business days. Link Either by signing into your account or linking your membership details before your order is placed. Description Product Details Click on the cover image above to read some pages of this book! Respect each other always and in all things find a way. In marriage, we tend to repeat patterns from childhood. Your spouse does the same. If you can change the patterns of how you respond to your spouse, systems theory has shown there will also be a change in how your spouse responds to you.
You are often reacting to your spouse and if you can do the work to change this, you can create a positive change not only in yourself but also in your marriage. Always remember that your partner is not your enemy and that the words you use in anger will remain long after the fight is over. So make your point firmly, but gently. The respect you show your partner, especially in anger, will build a strong foundation for many years to come. Can you resolve or forgive or let go in a fairly short amount of time? This attitude is often the destroyer of a relationship.
None of us can be totally loving all the time, but these particular ways of relating are truly harmful to your marriage. The best advice I can give to a married couple is not to underestimate the power of communication. Communicate often and with authenticity. Ditch those rose-colored glasses! Instead of trying to get your partner to see and understand you and your perspective, do your best to see and understand theirs.
Inside of that generosity, you will be able to truly love and appreciate them. If you can mix this with an unconditional acceptance of what you find when you get inside of their world, you will have mastered the partnership. Give your partner the benefit of the doubt. Take them at their word and trust that they, too, are trying. What they say and feel is valid, just as much as what you say and feel is valid.
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Have faith in them, believe them at their word, and assume the best in them. Expect to be unhappy. Not helpful advice for a married couple. Or positive in any way. But hear me out. We get into relationships and marriage, thinking, expecting rather that it is going to make us happy and secure.
And in reality, that is not the case. If you go into marriage, expecting it, the person or the environment to make you happy, then you better start planning to be irritated and resentful, unhappy, a lot of the time. Expect to have times that are amazing, and times that are frustrating and aggravating. Expect to not feel validated, or seen, heard, and noticed at times, and also expect that you will be placed on such a high pedestal your heart may not be able to handle it.
Expect that you will be in love just like the day you met, and also expect that you will have times you dislike each other a whole lot. Expect that you will laugh and cry, and have the most amazing moments and joys, and also expect you will be sad and angry and scared. Expect that you are you, and they are them and that you connected, and married because this was your friend, your person, and the one that you felt you could conquer the world with. Expect you will be unhappy, and that you are the only one to make yourself truly happy!
It is your responsibility to ask for what you need, contribute your part to be able to feel all those expectations, positive and negative, and at the end of the day, still expect that person to kiss you goodnight. Cultivate a habit to overlook the flaws and warts Dr. I would advise a married couple to look for the good in each other.
There will always be things about your partner that annoy you or disappointment you. What you focus on will shape your marriage. Focus on the positive qualities of your partner. This will increase happiness in your marriage. Marriage is a journey, a constantly evolving relationship that requires listening, learning, adapting, and allowing influence. Marriage is work, but if it is not also fun and playfully, it is probably not worth the effort. The best marriage is not a problem to be solved but a mystery to be relished and embraced.
Separately, list things that are important to each of you.
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Next, talk through the investments you both believe are important for your marriage. Commit to doing what it takes to having marital wealth. Take a course together on Non-Violent Communication Rosenberg and use it. Talk directly about the sexuality you share: appreciations and requests. The best advice I would give to a married couple would be to know yourself. No one goes unscathed here. If, however, you are aware of them and have learned to disarm them when triggered, you can prevent fifty-percent if not more of the conflicts you experience with your partner and spend more time focusing on attention, affection, appreciation, and connection.
Yes, after months or years of discord in the relationship, you might not like your spouse anymore. It also begins to show more respect toward them which is also very important in building and maintaining a marriage. This also improves conflict resolution by removing passive-aggressive behaviors. Make commitment. For a long, really long haul Lynda Cameron Price , Ed. The best marriage advice that I would give any married couple is to understand what true commitment means.
So very often we have difficulties committing to anything for a long period of time. We change our minds just like we change our clothes. True commitment in marriage is loyalty even when no one is looking and choosing to love and stay the course regardless of how you feel at that moment. The number one marriage tip to have a passionate marriage is to communicate to them using THEIR communication style. Once you learn their style, you can communicate perfectly to them and they will actually understand you!
Become compassionately curious about what makes them tick. This will nurture.
LaWanda N. These factors are very important to the success and longevity of your marriage. Make your relationship a priority! Schedule a repeating time for your relationship every week, build on the quality of your friendship, invest in learning about relationships.
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Apply what you have learned. Most of us were never taught how to have a successful relationship. It is important to learn how to communicate especially during conflict.
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Remember the little things matter. Take time to dream, express gratitude and love to each other. Keep the spontaneity alive and be gentle with one another you both are doing the best you can. There are so many things to consider as it all depends on where the couple is in their development. Individual or Shared dreams-Anything goes: the important piece is to hear, honor and support them.
As difficult as it is, to make a relationship work you must point the finger at yourself.
My best marriage advice for any couple is to truly seek to understand the messages your spouse is sending to you. Many couples struggle because they assume their own perception is the only way to see their relationship. This is the cause of most conflict as both partners fight assumptions to be truly heard by one another.
They can see through the anger to get to the heart of the issues and use the conflict to build a better relationship.
The best advice I could give a married couple is to get present with yourself and your relationship. Often times we run on autopilot in how we relate to ourselves, our experience and our interpersonal relationships. We tend to react from a certain position or a fixed way of seeing things. We tend to put out partners in a box and this can instigate a breakdown in communication. When we take the time to slow down and cultivate mindful awareness, we can choose to respond in a different way.
We create the space to see and experience things differently. Fight fair with your partner. Keeping boundaries in place for tough moments are subconscious reminders that you will still wake up in the morning to face another day together. A brain scan study of couples that are still passionately in love after twenty-one years on average of marriage showed these partners have the special ability to overlook the things that get under their skin, and hyper-focus on what they adore about their partner.
The best way to do this is through the daily practice of gratitude, appreciating one thoughtful thing they did that day. How do we make it work so well after decades together:. Drop that defense! Remember to continue to be curious about your partner. Seek to understand their perspective before you get defensive.
Own your part in misunderstandings, work hard to communicate your thoughts and feelings, dreams and interests, and find ways to connect in little ways daily. Remember you are love partners, not enemies. Be a safe place emotionally and look for the good in each other. Love thrives only when you nourish and nurture the relationship, consistently Lola Sholagbade , M. Date your spouse like you are not married to them DR. The best advice I would give is to continue to treat each other the way you did when you were dating.
By that I mean, act very happy when you first see or talk to each other, and be kind.
follow link Some of these things can fall by the wayside when you have been with someone for a while. Sometimes the way spouses treat each other would not have gotten a second date, let alone to the altar! Think about how you may be taking each other for granted or if you have been remiss in treating your spouse well in other ways. My advice to couples is to know where you end and your partner begins. Yes, it is important to have a close connection, communicate and find time to have bonding experiences, but your individuality is just as important. If you are dependent on your partner for entertainment, comfort, support, etc.
Having a fulfilling relationship is like being good tango partners. If you had to give an advice to a married couple, what would that be? Invest in a strong friendship with your partner. While sex and physical intimacy are important in a marriage, marital satisfaction increases if both partners feel there is a strong friendship holding the marital foundation. So make the same if not more! Be Friends!
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Sexuality During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can, but does not always, affect sexual organs and functioning. The possible side effects depend on the drugs used, age, and general health.
You and your partner should talk about sexual concerns with each other, your doctor or nurse, or a counselor who can give you the information and the reassurance you need.
The effects of chemo on sexuality is different for men and women.
Keep in mind that intercourse is not necessary for sexual intimacy.
For additional information, see the other sections of this article..
NOTE: Chemo may cause infertility in both men and women. If this is an issue for you, discuss it with your doctor BEFORE undergoing chemotherapy.


Talk to your partner. Don’t be embarrassed to vocalize how you feel or what you need in order to feel better. Chances are, if you don’t communicate you’re going to get mentally exhausted and end up taking it out on your partner. While will get your partner upset because they don’t understand why your mad or why you are lashing out on them.
It’s okay for you to be upset about nothing, because that’s how mental health works most times. But remember to vocalize that it’s literally nothing but you need some extra support from them.
I myself have had a rocky history for not communicating to my partner. I would shut him out, ignore, give him dirty looks, make little nasty comments, and he would be so confused as to why I was acting this way towards him. If I had just told him what was bothering me specifically I wouldn’t have made myself mad with toxic thoughts of things I wasn’t saying.
Talk in a quiet and safe place, sit down and just talk. Try using “I” sentences, don’t talk over each other, and always remember to try walking in each others shoes.
KNOW YOUR TRIGGERS
Over the last few years I have come to realize some of my triggers when it comes to my anxiety relating to my partner.
When I am anxious I sometimes over exaggerate things in my head which usually makes me feel like I’m not being payed attention to so I get very self defensive and lash out.
Get to know your triggers. Write out what happens right before you start to feel the demons creep up on you. Vocalize them to your partner so they can become more aware of how you feel and what to do about it if those situations happens.
Having a third party observe and give advice on your relationship could help shed a light on who you are as a couple. Talking to each other can be hard if you don’t know where to start or how to get to the root of the problem. Letting another person into your mind sets can also give you a new application towards your partner and help you get out of any ruts you may be experiencing. There is no shame in letting someone help council you and your partner, even if there are no imitate problems.
If you cant afford a therapist try asking a trusted friend or family member to talk through your issues. They know you but are not in your relationship enough to give bias advice.
One of the biggest things I have ever asked of Spencer is to research my mental illness. It’s not fun to live with someone and them not having a clue about what if feels like to be you. He had no idea about my mood changes, anxiety attacks or anything about the mediations I was taking. It’s a big thing to learn about but it will help your partner feel more comfortable and confident around you when you start to feel yourself slipping into the darkness.
DON’T GO TO BED ANGRY
I have made this mistake more than once, not my finest moments. Spencer and I would have a blow out in the evening and I would shut down so when bed time came nothing was resolved. These nights consisted me burning with anger, not actually sleeping and coming up with horrible scenarios in my head.
Give yourself some time to cool down but swallow your pride and make sure you are able to communicate with your partner before things get worse. Try talking about it to a friend to let off some steam or to get their opinion before heading back in.
Spencer and I always go to bed with a kiss and an “I love you”. I never want to feel the way I have in the past again. It affects too much of your mental well being and takes a toll on your relationship.
Kiss, hold hands, play with their hair, hug, cuddle, play footsies…
Don’t let the passion and connection between the two of you fade. Sometimes when your in a relationship for a long time those things can be missed by accident, or don’t feel as new anymore. But maintaining that affectionate physical contact will help flourish your ever growing relationship. It will help both of you feel loved and cared for even on the toughest days.


In response to last week's post on the inverse relationship between the dollar and stocks, some readers asked how the relationship between the two assets has played out on a longer term scale. The chart below highlights the performance of the S&P 500 and the US Dollar Index since 2003. In this chart, the dollar is not plotted on an inverse scale. As shown, the two charts have consistently been moving in opposite directions. As long as this trend continues, what's good for the dollar is bad for stocks.


A Message for Conflict Avoiders
Are you a conflict avoider? (Like me?)
- Do you rehearse how to say that hard thing to your coworker or close friend, but then you don’t bring it up?
- When someone wants to ‘have a serious talk’ do you find an excuse to leave the scene?
- Do you ever notice how quiet your partner is, but turn on the game anyway?
Sound familiar? You’re one of us!
Of course there’s a big downside to this strategy. Unfortunately, the problem doesn’t usually go away when you ignore it, and you find yourself stuck in some very uncomfortable spots. But going toward the difficult person or conversation feels risky—you might screw up, hurt someone’s feelings, or be rejected or attacked. No one taught you the skills—what do you say and how do you say it? Avoiding the conflict or escaping the relationship is so much easier. In the long run that road leads to stuckness, resentment, escalation, alienation, and loss. Are you motivated to try a different way yet? Let Conflict Coach show you how.
The payoffs of leaving your comfort zone to talk to someone about a problem are profound. You may say what you really want and–surprise!–receive it. You may find your way to a win-win solution, which lands you both in a place that is relatively peaceful and positive. You may open new levels of communication and gain a better understanding of how you each feel and what you need, and how it’s both different and the same. This is how you make relationships better, by going through things, especially conflicts, and meeting on the other side. This is how people grow, gain self knowledge, reduce fear, and develop new levels of empathy and compassion. How does that sound, for pros of changing your strategy when you feel like running away?
Conflict and change are inextricably intertwined. Change causes conflict, as you well know if you’ve ever tried to make changes in a relationship or an organization. And the flip side is that conflict causes change—really, there’s no other way. If you want to change your situation, relationship, family, or organization, you will have to make moves, the moves will cause countermoves, and then you gotta move into the conflict, and through it. Conflict is both the danger and the opportunity, the threshold to a different future.


Sometimes men think they have to lie, going against the integrity and honor they hold so dear, simply because they are afraid of how we’ll react. Men don’t enjoy lying but they enjoy our crazy, off-the-handle, emotionally-charged reactions even less.
If a man felt that he could tell you something upsetting without hurting you, he would. Have you noticed how incredibly uncomfortable women’s tears make men? Making a woman cry is the ULTIMATE FAIL, because men want nothing more than to please and make us happy.
I want to be a better woman and hold a safe space for men to reveal their honest truth. I am also an emotional creature by design, so I will have to teach my men to fearlessly hold space for my tears.
(These are thought extensions of Alison Armstrong’s works. In case you haven’t received my constant memo: ALL would HIGHLY benefit from reading and listening to everything she’s created.


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I’m stuck between wanting:
1. A long lasting relationship with my soulmate who supports me and protects me and is my partner and we are completely bad ass together and in love
2. Wanting to have casual sex and rip out the heart of everyone person I meet
3. Being independent and having a loyal dog while I’m married to my career
It scares me how accurate this is.
Yes but just 1. and 3.
do you know how scary it is to acknowledge how strong your feelings are for someone and your brain is like “maybe you love them” and you’re like SHUT THE FUCK UP BRAIN YOU DONT KNOW SHIT
IF YOU TOOK A SELFIE WITH ME ON FRIDAY (I was Cecil from wtnv) PLEASE TELL ME. I WOULD LIKE TO FOLLOW YOU AND MESSAGE YOU BECAUSE YOU ARE WONDERFUL. THIS HAS BEEN A PSA.
be an atheist, be a christian, be buddhist, be straight, be gay, be cisgender, be transgender, be non-binary, be carnivore, be vegan, be whatever the hell you want to be but don’t be an asshole is this so hard to understand


I just heard my least favorite roommate say she’s “going to live here until she gets married” which (1) what a lame way to put that and (2) exactly what I was afraid of. She needs to leave and give me this house.
Quite hungover but few regrets. I’m not thrilled that a handful of other people I know observed/judged and probably were like “Oh I guess THAT is happening” but I guess I can live with that.
L has been sending me flirty texts and fb messages for several weeks now. It annoyed me because it just seemed like mean teasing but it was apparently genuine attempts to rekindle…something?
She showed up at the bar and we just talked and talked intensely and super quickly about common interests slowly drawing closer together and after about an hour of this she complimented my butt and then we made out. There was also some karaoke and we met a new friend from MN. L and I didn’t go home together.
L is not someone I want to be in a relationship with, she’s too flakey. If this becomes a thing where we watch the Xfiles and talk about corporate Democrats we hate and make out/have sex every once in awhile that would frankly be ideal.
[But if I ever type a similar post about my much worse ex R everyone please punch me in the face]


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From about 1700, however, according to professor David Christian of Macquarie University in Australia in a course entitled Big History , a worldwide movement perhaps described as the "empowerment of the individual" took hold, leading to the emancipation of women and the equality of individuals. Men and women became more equal politically, financially, and socially in many nations. Women won the right to vote and own property and receive equal treatment by the law, and these changes had profound impacts on the relationships between men and women. Parental influence declined. Individuals decided––on their own––whether they should marry, who they should marry, and when they should marry. A few centuries ago, dating was sometimes described as a "courtship ritual where young women entertained gentleman callers, usually in the home, under the watchful eye of a chaperone,"
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EPISODE 371: Communication in Relationships
Any relationship crisis is usually coupled with a communication breakdown. Your needs are not being met, so you shut down. You’re upset about something, but instead of voicing it, you bottle it up. Your partner does the same, and over time, you grow distant, bitter, and even resentful. We’ve all experienced this poor communication pattern at some point.
But what does good communication even look like?
Do you take notes and make an outline of your key points? Do you talk, text, or email? There is no right answer to this, but everyone in a relationship needs to figure it out one way or another to survive. On this week’s show, you’ll meet a couple’s counselor who shares her best practices for couples in crisis and those who want to avoid problems in the future.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to assign one listener and one speaker during conversations
- The “doing” versus “feeling” part of showing love
- How to navigate the complexities of money, sex, and lack of time
- Emotional versus physical affairs
- How polarity attracts and also creates conflict
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Why do wives leave their husband’s financial planner when they are widowed? Maybe because he never paid any attention to her while her husband was alive! All too often, the wife is marginalized in the conversations about money. It is assumed she is not interested, she does not want to be involved, and she would not understand it anyway.
How then do we rationalize the terror and the abandonment she feels when no one is there to take care of the money issues?
Perhaps we need to start slowly and make the process more inclusive while her husband is still alive.
Ask her what she thinks about the goals and the plans that are being made for retirement, ask her about her wishes when it comes to what kind of a life she would envision if her husband were not alive – would she want to continue to live in the house they shared, or would she want to downsize to a low-maintenance condo type of home, would she want to move to be closer to their children? How does she feel about gifts to their children and grandchildren? None of these questions require a knowledge of personal finances or speaking a language of stocks and bonds and internal rates of return in order to answer them.
Women work well when in a relationship with someone, she knows and can trust the person giving her the advice. She is not interested in abdicating all responsibility to someone she barely recognizes at church or someone her husband plays golf with.
It’s time we acknowledged the end result of the planning done by men with men. Usually you have a widow. And although she is still under the strain of dealing with the enormous grief and loss, she still has a brain. Let her exercise it while she can think straight before it feels like mush.
If you are a man who has a spouse who will be left with this state of affairs, please consider including your spouse in the conversations and meetings you have with your advisor. And please don’t tell him to “dumb it down.” Considering more than 70% of widows leave their husband’s advisors, it would be a good idea to include her in the process now.


I have collaborated with Frank Marlowe and Peter Ellison to investigate the reproductive ecology of human males. This work has focused on the role of the steroid hormone testosterone as a modulator of male mating effort. Recent studies have suggested that men in committed romantic relationships exhibit lower levels of testosterone than single men. Furthermore, men intending to invest in their children show significant decreases in testosterone during the period surrounding parturition. The existence of long-term pair bonds and paternal care in humans is a clear difference between our species and chimpanzees, and these factors have been hypothesized to play an important role in human evolution.
I have conducted fieldwork in Tanzania to examine the relationship between testosterone and paternal care in two populations: Hadza foragers and Datoga pastoralists. These are interesting groups in which to investigate this relationship because they live in close proximity, but exhibit strikingly different patterns of paternal care. I found that high levels of paternal care by Hadza fathers were associated with decreased testosterone in comparison with non-fathers, but that no such difference between fathers and non-fathers was evident in Datoga men, who provide minimal direct care.


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Collaborative Law is a revolutionary and innovative approach to divorce and family law matters, from the very simple to the most complex. The collaborative approach is a process that promotes open communication between disputing parties, with the assistance of collaborative lawyers. Collaborative Law is a solution-oriented system to resolve disputed family law matters under negotiated terms and conditions that are best for you and your family.
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Collaborative Law is empowering — the parties work together for the best possible resolution, without having an outcome they don’t really want imposed on them by a judge.
Collaborative Law is faster and more efficient than litigation. Parties work together to gather information and consider solutions that the court often can’t or won’t impose.
Collaborative Law involves less animosity — which can be stressful, exhausting and depressing. The situation that brought people to the decision to divorce is stressful enough.
Collaborative Law begins to move the parties toward the kind of communication that they will need to practice to be effective co-parents. When there are children involved, positive communication between the parties is critical after the divorce.
Collaborative Law supports full disclosure — the parties aren’t left wondering what the other person was hiding. Collaborative Law begins to rebuild trust that may have been lost in the demise of the relationship.
Collaborative Law is a win-win approach to resolving disputed issues.


Friday, October 7, 2011
Writers Workshop: What does this mean?
They just aren't that into you.
Anyone remember that episode of Sex and the City? If not, the theory of "he's just not that into you" turned into a book (which I didn't read) and then a movie (which I did see and was...meh).
This is so, absolutely, positively, utterly true. Not just about dating relationships, either. Any relationship fits.
I have spent what would probably add up to years and years waiting for people to make an effort be part of my life. Heck, sometimes I was happy for a hint of effort. No worries, mate! I'll do all the heavy lifting. Even imagined effort would work for the right person.
After I split up from my first husband, I made a concentrated effort to go out with anyone that asked me. I figured that since I had made so many bad relationship choices by thinking I knew what I was looking for that going out with what I didn't think I was looking for might actually work. I joined a dating website, and the adventures began.
I went on some great dates. I went on some awful dates. I got stood up. I heard a bunch of lame excuses. I learned how to spot a married guy in an introductory email. I met a lot of nice guys. I met a lot of not so nice guys.
But the most important thing I learned was that if a man was interested, he would call - no matter how busy or crazy work was, no matter who he had just broken up with, no matter what his friends thought. If he was interested, he'd call. And if he didn't call, he wasn't really interested.
What has taken me so much longer to learn is that this theory is just as valid on friendships.
That's not entirely accurate. I've known it for a while. It's just taken me a long time to accept it.
Let's be honest, it sucks when you like someone more than they like you...no matter what the relationship. But even if the effort has a five year break between tries, effort will be made. And if it isn't, my advice is this: keep an open mind and an open heart, but don't see effort that isn't there. In the long run, you'll be a whole lot happier.
Writing workshop prompt by Mama Kat's Writer's Workshop.


Less people are getting married, and the result is magically also less divorces.
Our Grandparents married young and got children in young age. Most likely they had a few children by the age of 25. Today, we get children later, much later. Normally we use our twenty’s to study, work, find our purpose of life and of course enjoying it. When closing to 30 years we get panic and start to search for a partner, move together and get children. Here is the modern problem we marry too fast and for the wrong intensions. Age should not be the main factor for marriage; neither parental pressure for that case.
We marry older and older. In Norway the average man marry at the age of 34.4 years and woman at 31.8 years. Every year we find the age of marrying is growing, and less persons choosing to marry. More people choose to live together without marrying. With less people married we get automatically less divorces. Statistics is not that good when it comes to people that lives together that separates. The most stable partners that live together are also the couples that choses to marry. The statistics on their future divorce is stable and relatively predictable.
Most divorces are happening after 5 to 9 years of marriage; with an average of 7 years. The 7 years crisis is thereby confirmed as a fact. If the marriage survives the 7 years crisis we find another time of marital crisis after 10 to 14 years; with an average of 12 years. The divorce rates slowly go down as years passes, and the longer a couple are married the less chance for a divorce.
Another interesting fact is that men that are between 45 and 50 years are the most eager to divorce and women between 40 and 45 years. Most likely these age groups are more connected to the duration of the marriage than to the actual age. It is also important to understand that the younger you married the bigger chance for divorce. Perhaps you want to divorce because the partner is not what you really wanted.
It exist different variables that increases the chance for future divorce. Most visible on the statistics is a previous divorce or partnership, and on second place are children from a previous relation; making divorced with children a bad indicator. Low education often also indicates a higher chance of divorce. No studies, divorced and children from another relation is a very bad indicator. Age difference is another indicator of divorce. If the age difference is more than 4 years the chance is higher than in couples where they are more than less the same age. If your partner is more than 4 years older than you no studies after secondary school, divorced, with children from another relation, then you are fighting statistics.
We know that similar a couple are less likely to divorce; same cultural background, same educational level, same age, first marriage and no children from other relations. When you are married, it is a hassle to get divorced, and this fact keeps many together! At the same time, a test period as partners might prevent people that should not be married from marrying.
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By Rachel and Richard
Hello, I just wanted to share with you that my husband Rich is celebrating 15 years since his heart transplant. We wake up every morning so thankful, and so much in love with each other.
No words can describe how I am feeling. I am just so happy, yet also mindful of the sadness the family who donated the heart must be feeling. If I could personally say thank you I would for sure. I wish I could.
Rachel and Richard


Are you concerned about the safety of a loved one’s driving? Perhaps you are you having a hard time starting or having a serious conversation with your loved one about your concerns?
AAA Northeast now offers a free online tool that might help you. This online video offers advice on how to…
- choose the best time to talk with your loved one,
- start the conversation,
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- put the plan you and your loved one develop into action.


when life gives you lemons use them for drinking tequila to forget about how much life sucks
You are a valuable member of society
FACT OF THE DAY: you can do it
you all deserve someone who isnt embarrassed to love you and tells all their friends about you and saves your selfies, good and bad to look at when they miss you and loses sleep to talk to you and tells you how much they love you. i hope you all find that!!


Best of Friends
by James Donovan
(Seabeck, Wa. USA)
They say a dog is man's best friend
but what about our cats?
I know my cat would disagree
if I ever told him that.
He'd say I can do many things
a dog could never do
like meow and purr when you rub my fur
or catch a mouse for you.
Friendship is a special gift
To treasure and to share
so give some to your feline friend
and let him know you care.
His friendship means a lot to you
and he shares it every day
sure, dogs can be real friendly too
but cats have a special way.
They may not wag their tails as much
but you know when they do
they're just expressing pleasure
and saying 'Thanks' to you.
But friendship is a two-way street
with a lot of give and take
so don't be always praising dogs
just give your cat a break.
Just let him know you love him so
and give him a special treat,
and let him know his friendship
no dog could ever beat.
If you are best friends with your cat
he'll never want to stray
and he will be your loving friend
forever, and a day.


I hear my mother speaking to me. Sometimes in a loud, and obvious way, and sometimes in a soft and soothing way. Her complete confidence in me and steadfast belief that I could do anything has always given me a cushion to land on. And her resounding faith in God is the single most important gift she gave me. Her faith, our faith, gives me courage every single day.


my eldest sister had a boyfriend when she was in fifth grade, but we moved away so they obviously couldn’t see each other. well, when she was in college her friend introduced her to some guy and it was her old boyfriend from fifth grade. after two days of catching up she told him she wanted to marry him. they’ve been married for ten years and have two kids together.
What theme do you want your wedding to be?
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According to estimates by Zhang Beichuan, a professor at Qingdao University and an expert on homosexuality and HIV/AIDS prevention, China has roughly 30 million same sex oriented person. They are 20 million gay men and the remaining, are lesbians.Professor found in a survey of 1,259 homosexuals that 8.7 percent were fired or forced to resign after revealing their sexual orientation, and 4.7 percent felt their salary and career advancement were affected. Some 62 percent keep their sexual orientation a secret in the workplace.
This is the story of a Gay couple 45-year-old Zeng and 27-year-old Pan who got married only 17 days ago but their honeymoon has been a long ordeal. Since China doesn't recognize and tolerate same sex marriages, it is claimed that the Zeng-Pan wedding ceremony is the first such public event in the country.
This couple made their relationship public in November and had a wedding ceremony in a gay bar in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province on January 3, 2010., they have been the subject of revilement from family and friends.
On the interview with China daily he said that he discovered when he was about 20 that he was not interested in people of the opposite sex. He said he felt sorry for his wife whom he described as dedicated and loyal. "What could I do at that time? I felt embarrassed to think of that tendency," he said. "I felt I was embracing a lifeless tree while holding a woman," Zeng said.
Zeng, is an architect in Chengdu. He married a dance instructor in 1983 and they had a daughter three years later. But try as he did, he said he could not be attracted to his wife. So he deliberately found a job far away from home the day after marriage and came back just once or twice a month.
When their daughter grew up and found a decent job, Zeng confessed to his wife. "She was shocked and kept crying for several days. Finally, she agreed to set me free" Zeng added. So the couple divorced last February.
Pan 27, is a demobilized soldier. He's already get a girl friend. They met last November at a bar. They fell in love with each other at first sight, his bright and enchanting smile almost blinded me. And I am so addicted to his gentle and soft voice. Pan is robust and masculine, he said.
This couple met frequently. One month after their first date, Pan broke up with his girlfriend and moved to Zeng's apartment. However, they faced pressure and prejudice. Zeng even had to tell others neighbour that Pan was my adopted son. Not bear with the situation, the couple finally moved back to Zeng hometown of Luodai, a remote town in eastern Chengdu, where nobody knew them.
The couple finally made their choice to get married in a bar frequented visit by male homosexuals, which was unprecedented in the city. More than 200 of the couple's friends who shared their orientation were invited to the wedding but many guests who saw their wedding photos were surprised to find the bride in the white wedding gown was a man.
"Gays in Chengdu hardly tell others they are gay. They only meet each other in bars or tea houses, and dare not tell family members or friends, we are no longer hiding any more. The wedding is our happiest and most precious moment. We don't care how others consider us, as long as we are together" Zeng said.
The only thing they regret is that they could not get a marriage certificate in line with Chinese law. "Thousands of gays and lesbians get married in France, Finland, the UK. Why couldn't we?"
There has been no response from the government and critics argue. The idea is too radical for present day in China. Their wedding ceremony was attended by their gay friends without a single relative both of the couple.
Picture and Source: China Daily


Today wasn’t a good day at all. I felt pretty bad just because I was kinda sick. Then everyone started attacking me and I was feeling used by one of my friends. The most important person was making me feel like a failure and I felt worthless like no one wanted me. I just wanted to run away. Hopefully things will get better tomorrow.
May your neighbors respect you,
Trouble neglect you,
Angles protect you,
And heaven accept you.
The most amazing girl in the world. We have been together for over a year and she is more than just a girl to me. She is part of me. I share half of my heart with her and I have half of hers. She means the world to me and I would never trade her for anything… Not even an Audi R8. I would take you any day Malley. You have been my sunshine for as long as I can remember now and you never stopped shining. And I’ve been your moon for as long a I’ve had my sun. I’m always there to protect you. Even in the day when the moon isn’t out. You are truly special to me. I love you forever. I love you to the end of the universe and back. I love you long time.


Finally, the big day is arriving, and our designer is getting married to the love of his life on Sunday, 21 May 2017.
Our team is truly overjoyed to hear the news of George’s wedding with Despina and can’t wait to attend their wedding ceremonies. George and Despina have been together for the past 10 years, and it feels great to now see them tie the knot of togetherness.
Greatives wish the love and passion between you and your wife to remain forever and grow with every passing day. You will learn more about each other and face all the tough life situations together.
Wish you years of togetherness for a lifetime.
New Life for our Designer
Fresh Designs for Greatives


After I wrote about dating as a Trans* person, I realized that it was an extremely one-sided post. I can tell you all about dating from my perspective, as a pansexual FTM. What I cannot tell you is how it might be for a non-trans person to date a Trans* person. This got me wondering about how my girlfriend perceived things since she has dated a wide variety of gender types. Did she see a lot of differences in dating Trans* and non-trans women or men? Were there any specific difficulties she faced in relationships with Trans* individuals? Did she have any advice for other non-trans people who might be dating or open to dating Trans* individuals? So I asked her, and then I asked her to write about it for this blog. It’s extremely important that you understand this is only one persons experiences and should not be considered a definitive explanation of anything. I wanted her to specifically highlight the problems she has encountered as a way to possibly warn against them, or provide explanation as to why they happened. I’m sure if I asked her to just tell the story, the negatives would have been minimized because she understands the struggles Trans* people go through and is a true ally. I asked specifically to have the problems addressed by her. As Trans* people we need to know what we can do to make our relationships stronger. And non-trans people need to understand some of the trouble we go through and how to be supportive of those things. So, here is one woman’s story of dating across the gender spectrum.
“I am a pansexual non-trans woman who has dated across the gender spectrum (note: I have not dated genderqueer, bi-gender, and a variety of others. I am not intending to invalidate those folks, I just have no experience and therefore, for the purpose of this writing I will not be addressing them.) I would like to address my experiences in dating Trans* and non-trans individuals, both positive and negative, within these relationships in hopes to provide some insight.
I first learned about transgender individuals while in a college level human sexualities class. There was a transgender panel consisting of two MTFs and two FTMs that spoke about what it is to be transgender, what it’s like for them, and the process of transitioning. I found it fascinating. I had never had an experience (to my knowledge) with a Trans* individual before. I didn’t even consider the concept of being transgender, I had no knowledge of the idea. These people showed me that everyone is beautiful in their own way, and unfortunately, some people were just born into the wrong body, but they were absolutely normal human beings. These individuals were just like any other person. They had their own personalities, their own style, and their own stories. Through the incredible journeys that they shared with us, I realized how blind I had been and how little I really knew about other genders besides “traditional” male and female. It was a learning experience I will never forget and am so happy I got to be a part of it. The openness and visibility of those Trans* individuals was paramount in my education and I am grateful for it.
Eventually, I started having my own personal experiences with Trans* individuals. I have dated both genetic men and women, MTFs, and FTMs, and I am currently in a wonderful relationship with an FTM. I have had both positive and negative experiences with each. There are things non-trans people often don’t understand about dating Trans* people and, likewise, there are things that Trans* people need to be aware of when dating a non-trans person. I’d like to take this opportunity to express my opinions on these matters.
I’ve found there is a bit of a divide sometimes as a non-trans person dating Trans* individuals. Often some (not all, of course) assume that any question is a personal attack on their gender identity. I met a girl online and after talking to her for a time, we decided to go out on a coffee date to get to know each other better. The date went great, she was very nice and we had good conversation. I realized she was Trans* despite her not actually vocalizing it. Regardless, she was very pretty, she dressed in feminine attire, talked and walked like a female, and was clearly a woman by most definitions of the word. I had a fantastic time with her and later that night I e-mailed her to express that. She was the first Trans* person I had ever been on a date with or had any real interaction with, so naturally I had some questions and curiosity. While writing the email I decided to ask her a question. I asked her what her gender identity meant to her since I wasn’t 100% clear on how she identified and I wanted to make sure I was being respectful. Her response was less than polite. She started with an explanation that she was born with a penis and still had it and explained how she identified, but suddenly the tone of the email changed, she had decided my question was offensive and went on to lash out at me for even asking such an absurd and offensive question! Clearly I should already know or shouldn’t care what’s in her pants or how she identifies. Apparently, I needed to be psychic. Nothing I said was meant to be malicious or offensive, I was trying to gain information and insight on the more detailed workings of a Transwoman so as NOT to offend her! But that backfired and she never spoke to me again. Although my first experience with a Trans* person ended negatively and could have very easily turned me away from ALL Trans* people, it did not. I am not the type of person to get turned off to an entire group of people just because of one unpleasant person. But it is safe to say that many people are not the same, demonstrating the importance of openness and willingness to answer questions in the right setting.
Fast forward a little to the next time I met an MTF online. Naturally she didn’t disclose her Trans* status, and she had no obligation to do so, but I thought I was meeting a non-trans female and she passed incredibly well. Even after we hung out the first time she did not tell me. My guess is that she had bad experiences telling people in the past which made her wary of informing me. The next time we got together I noticed a bit of facial stubble but didn’t think much of it. During our conversation she eventually said, “There’s something I have to tell you before this goes any further…” I waited and listened to what she had to say. She said, “I was born a male.” Without pause I said, “Oh, okay cool” And that was that. She was shocked at my calm reaction and relieved that I didn’t run away screaming… (Because I’m not an asshole, ya know). Also, as I said in the beginning, I am pansexual. I don’t date genders, I date people. I dated her for a brief period of time, but after learning she had some severe issues I was not prepared to handle, things ended between us. After that experience, and having a more physical relationship/interaction with her than the previous, I was much more comfortable with the idea of dating a Trans* person. Luckily she was more open to discussion about her being a Transwoman and I learned a lot from being with her.
Communication is, and I can’t stress this enough, so important in ANY relationship no matter who you are dating. In my opinion, if your partner is not willing to discuss intimate details about themselves with you (at least at some point) then people will never learn and understand and grow, both as a couple, and as individuals. Educate your partner if they are unclear about things. It’s the only way we can eliminate ignorance and learn to be accepting of everyone. The main difference, in my experience, with dating an MTF versus a genetic female is that the estrogen gives MTFs a bit of an emotional roller-coaster in the beginning so it’s important to understand that transitioning, although worth it, is still extremely tough. MTFs are women through and through regardless.
A couple of years later, my friend introduced me to this really cute pre-transition FTM. I saw him hanging out and immediately asked, “Who was THAT!? She’s really cute!!” Of course, this was before I knew that ‘she’ was actually an FTM that hadn’t transitioned yet. Apparently he thought I was cute too and gave me his number. We got together at his house eventually, and I thought he was great. He was cute and sweet. When it came time to getting physical though, something happened that I didn’t expect, and later found out it was quite common with Trans* individuals. He wouldn’t let me touch him. In his mind, he didn’t have the correct genitals and didn’t want anyone near them because he was not comfortable in his own body. At the time I didn’t understand it and I was a bit disappointed at our physical interactions. It’s very difficult to be with someone who won’t let you touch them or get too intimate. It was a struggle to not be able to physically display my feelings for him in that way. Things ended with him for several reasons, he was young and still maturing. I didn’t think he was ready for a serious relationship and neither did he. We lost contact for a bit and then one day I got a call from him after he had started taking testosterone and he sounded amazing. I was so happy that he was able to start his transition! Unfortunately, he was homeless at the time he called me and I never heard from him after that. I still wonder to this day if he’s okay and wonder what happened to him.
Moving on from that, I started learning more about Trans* people through my own research and found that it is common for them to not want to be touched in a sexual way. For a lot of Trans* people, their bodies are basically a “no touch zone.” I assume that after some of their transition and surgeries they allow touching, but honestly, I have not had enough personal experience to know that. It’s different for each person I suppose. It is important to keep this in mind when entering into a relationship with a Trans* person, check in with them about what is and isn’t ok physically.
Although I am pansexual, like many others I still have preferences and typically that was for genetic females. However, once I entered into the world of FTMs, I realized I have a pretty strong attraction to them. In 2011, I started seeking out FTMs online because I had no idea how to go about meeting them in any other way. I found a dating website that was specifically for Trans* people and people looking for Trans* people to date, Transpassions.com. Through that site, I messaged an attractive FTM that had a profile I liked. I heard nothing back for a couple of months. But eventually I got a message back from him saying he was never notified of my message and apologized for the late response. Our conversation went to texting and we ended up talking every day. I should mention that at the time we were talking, he was living in California and I was living in Oregon and then moved to Utah. We continued talking for months, despite being in different states. I just felt this connection with him that I hadn’t felt in all of my previous relationships. Eventually he flew out to Utah to meet me and after our first night together, we started dating. I was surprised that he was so open about his transition and any questions I had he would answer without getting offended or awkward. We dated for a few months but I struggled with the long distance which lead to a fairly rough breakup, which was mostly my fault. But I need to date someone who I can physically see and be with. So we stopped talking and I started dating a non-trans guy. Eventually we moved in together and I lived with him for four months, during which time I was verbally abused and neglected and left in a deep depression. Needless to say, that relationship did not last. My mom was awesome enough to fly out to Arizona to rescue me. My parents had recently bought a house in California, where they had moved from Oregon the year before.
Once I was safe again, living in California, I found myself still thinking about that FTM that was so good to me that I let go. I felt horrible about how things ended so I decided to write him an apology e-mail, not expecting him to even respond or want anything to do with me. But I was wrong. The next day I got an e-mail back stating I had hurt him and it would take a lot for him to trust me again, but he was willing to try to rebuild a friendship. I understood completely and we started talking again, eventually agreeing to meet near his home. It turned out that we both had been through some pretty terrible things and we talked about all that had happened in the past year. We started dating again on February 22nd, 2013. And guess what? We are still together to this day, two years later. I’ve learned so much from him about the inner workings of FTMs, the intimate details that I was curious about.
Through meeting other FTMs, I’ve learned that Transmen and genetic men have certain similarities and differences. An FTM is just as much a man as any other self-identified man. But I learned that a lot of Transmen try to overcompensate for not having the correct anatomy, and they honestly turn into cocky assholes. Luckily this was not the case with my boyfriend. He had been on testosterone for 4 years when we started dating. It’s now been 6 years, he has lovely facial hair, a deep voice, and had chest surgery last June. He fully passes now and his gender is no longer questioned by anyone. He is male. He has always been male, despite being born into the wrong body. He’s finally comfortable with himself. The main difference between genetic males and Transmen is their physical body. Mentally, they are the same as any other man. Having their own unique personalities and varying levels of “manliness.” Some are more masculine and display that proudly, and some, like my boyfriend, are less than “macho” and don’t mind displaying a slightly more feminine nature to the world. And, just like MTFs, the beginning stages of HRT can be quiet an emotional roller-coaster.
I’ve noticed insecurity seems to be a big part of the Trans* community, and rightfully so, but the resulting overcompensation can be off-putting in some cases. I understand the reasons for it, the discrimination and prejudice they have to deal with is horrific. There are Trans* people being killed or killing themselves just because of something they can’t control and they just want to be treated like everyone else. When I date genetic females or males, there is little fear of them being killed because they don’t look “feminine or masculine enough.” Yes, lesbians get a lot of discrimination as well, but I’ve never seen more than I have in the Trans* community. I never realized their plight and how hard they have to fight just to be accepted. It makes me so sad that we live in a world full of hate. Enough hate to kill even!
My advice when dating a Transgender individual is:
- Be sensitive and understanding of their struggle and to be supportive through their transition.
- Treat FTMs as men, and MTFs as woman because that is exactly what they are.
- Use correct names and pronouns.
- Communicate. If one party isn’t willing to communicate, chances are the relationship won’t last. Trans* people need to be okay with talking about their wants and needs in a relationship just like everyone else does. I point this out because I’ve had bad experiences with some transgender people who weren’t willing to communicate about their transition, or answer questions that maybe someone new to dating Trans* folks might have.
- Be open, be honest, and don’t get offended needlessly. Humans are curious creatures that need to be educated on such matters so maybe the ignorance about Trans* people will be diminished and there can be more acceptance in the world. No one should be afraid to answer honest, respectful questions.
Everyone deserves love and acceptance. I have dated along the gender spectrum and no matter what’s in their pants, it’s really their personality and character that’s important. “


Caleb, Jared, Matt and Nathan! WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND WE'LL ALWAYS SUPPORT YOU!
And Caleb, you’re still the King we wanna see, we wanna love! We want you to be ok!
“All I know is that I am married to one of the prettiest girls in the world” —Caleb in Dallas last night (via oodles-of-noodles)
Do you know of Lily's ethnic origins, she's kind of exotic looking?
Well, her dad is british and her mom is american.


Relationship between smoking and a new index of arterial stiffness, the cardio-ankle vascular index, in male workers: a cross-sectional study
- 20 Sep 2012
- Study (TYPE OF RESOURCE)
- Health Harms (TOPIC)
- Southeast Asia (REGION)
Cigarette smoking is one of the major factors that increases arterial stiffness. The purpose of this study was to examine further the relationship between smoking status and arterial stiffness using a new index, the cardio-ankle vascular index (CAVI), in male Japanese workers.


Relationships, oh boy! They can be a wild, exhilarating ride filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. But what happens when addictive behavior enters the picture? Suddenly, that roller coaster ride takes on a whole new meaning. Addiction has the power to shake the very foundation of even the strongest relationships, leaving behind a trail of heartbreak, trust issues, and shattered dreams. In this article, we'll explore the impact of addictive behavior on relationships and how to navigate this challenging terrain.
What is Addictive Behavior?
Before we delve into the impact, let's first understand what addictive behavior entails. Addictive behavior refers to compulsive, repetitive actions that an individual engages in despite harmful consequences. It could manifest in various forms such as substance abuse, gambling, excessive gaming, or even workaholism. Whatever the addiction may be, it tends to consume the person's thoughts, emotions, and actions, often at the expense of their relationships.
The Vicious Cycle of Addiction
Addiction is like a vicious cycle that can be difficult to break. It typically begins with an individual seeking relief or pleasure from their addiction. However, as the addiction takes hold, it starts to erode the foundation of trust and emotional connection within the relationship. This, in turn, leads to conflicts, arguments, and feelings of resentment and betrayal. The addict may then seek solace in their addiction as a coping mechanism, perpetuating the cycle even further.
As the cycle continues, the non-addicted partner may experience a range of emotions such as frustration, anger, sadness, and helplessness. They may find themselves constantly worrying about their partner's well-being, attempting to control or fix the situation, or even blaming themselves for their loved one's addiction. The emotional toll can be immense, often leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Trust: The Fragile Thread
Trust is the bedrock of any healthy relationship. It's like a delicate thread that holds two people together. However, addictive behavior can fray this thread, leaving it on the brink of breaking. Addicts often resort to lies, deceit, and broken promises to hide their addiction or manipulate their loved ones. Each instance chips away at trust, making it increasingly difficult for the non-addicted partner to believe in their loved one's words and actions.
The erosion of trust can lead to a constant state of doubt and suspicion. The non-addicted partner may question their own judgment, constantly second-guessing whether their loved one is being truthful or hiding something. This lack of trust can breed resentment and create an unhealthy dynamic within the relationship.
The Impact on Emotional Intimacy
Emotional intimacy is the deep connection that allows partners to share their vulnerabilities, fears, and dreams with one another. It's the glue that binds them together and fosters a sense of belonging. However, addictive behavior can erode this intimacy, leaving partners feeling emotionally disconnected and isolated.
The addict may become emotionally unavailable, prioritizing their addiction over their relationship. They may withdraw from conversations, avoid discussing their problems, or use their addiction as a shield to avoid facing their emotions. This can leave the non-addicted partner feeling unheard, unimportant, and emotionally starved.
Codependency: The Dance of Dysfunction
Codependency often emerges in relationships affected by addiction. It's a dance of dysfunction where both partners become enmeshed in unhealthy patterns of behavior. The non-addicted partner may develop a strong need to control and rescue their loved one, believing that their love and support can cure the addiction. On the other hand, the addict may rely on their partner to enable their addictive behavior, providing excuses, covering up for them, or even participating in the addiction.
This toxic dance perpetuates the cycle of addiction and prevents both partners from addressing the underlying issues. Codependency can be incredibly damaging, as it enables the addiction to thrive while sacrificing the well-being of both individuals.
Seeking Help and Healing
While the impact of addictive behavior on relationships may seem grim, there is hope for healing. Recognizing that addiction is a disease and not a personal failing is the first step towards recovery. Both partners need to acknowledge the problem and commit to seeking help.
Individual therapy can provide addicts with the tools to address their addictive behavior, understand the underlying causes, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Couples therapy, on the other hand, can help rebuild trust, improve communication, and redefine boundaries within the relationship.
It's important to remember that healing takes time and effort from both partners. Patience, compassion, and a willingness to confront the challenges together are crucial. While the journey may be bumpy, with setbacks along the way, with the right support and commitment, it's possible to rebuild a stronger, healthier relationship.
A New Chapter Begins
The impact of addictive behavior on relationships is undeniably difficult, but it doesn't have to be the end of the road. With dedication, understanding, and professional help, couples can embark on a new chapter of their journey together. It's a chapter filled with growth, resilience, and the potential for a deeper connection than ever before.
So, if you find yourself on this wild roller coaster ride, remember that there is hope. Reach out for support, seek professional help, and hold on tight. Because sometimes, the most exhilarating rides are the ones that lead us to the most beautiful destinations.