Most of the men I’m attracted to shy away from me when they find out I’m a single mother — even though I make it clear that I’m not necessarily interested in marriage. I’m an intelligent, vibrant and independent woman in my late 20s. Is there any real possibility of finding a decent guy for a healthy relationship, or should I give up? What do men really think of single mothers? Read the rest of this entry »
Single Moms and Dating
April 27th, 2011 Posted in Relationships
Apr, 27 2011
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Time for Yourself
April 20th, 2011 Posted in Relationships
Apr, 20 2011
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Women tend to put themselves last in the health chain. They worry about everyone else, seeing to their various appointments and even handing out their medicines. Read the rest of this entry »
Creating your own Traditions Post 2
April 13th, 2011 Posted in Relationships
Apr, 13 2011
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One way to get the kids on board is to continue some of the rituals shared with your child before you remarried. Why? Remarriage means change and often upheaval; if the kids can feel some things can stay the same, like their routine of hiking, going out to lunch, or watching “Ally McBeal” alone with you, they may be more receptive about trying something new. Of course, step siblings, traditions of the stepparent, or a new baby in the picture may preclude retaining some rituals. Read the rest of this entry »
Creating your own Traditions Post 1
April 6th, 2011 Posted in Relationships
Apr, 06 2011
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Stepfamily rituals: Creating your own traditions
When her parents were married, Lauren and her father had a weekly ritual. Every Sunday morning, they would leave their cushy suburban home and drive to a diner in downtown Hartford, Conn. Lauren always ordered one egg over easy, bacon and home fries. Her father went for “The Big Boy” — three scrambled eggs with the works. Read the rest of this entry »
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