“Let’s just be friends.” It’s the mantra said by couples who split up all the time, but does anyone really mean it? It depends. Consider the tone of the breakup. If things got really ugly at the end – perhaps one partner cheated on the other, or there was a…
Many people have been raised within certain religions or with specific values and morals before they enter the world of dating, love, sex and marriage. Compatibility is a major component in getting involved in a serious relationship, and these views play a big part in taking a relationship to the…
Whether you’ve been dreaming of a big, princess-y wedding since you were a little girl, want a family-only affair or just want to elope with your partner, it helps to have an idea of what you want to spend on your big day. To start, you and your fiance might…
Being in a relationship with a person who is or was addicted to drugs or alcohol is a challenge, to say the least. Addiction becomes a disease that not only affects the user, but also the whole family when spouses or partners and children are affected. Thus, the whole family…
A new study from the Pew Research Center has found that more women are the sole or primary breadwinners in their families. In fact, 40 percent of households with children under 18 include moms who bring home the bacon. That number is up from 11 percent in 1960. The study…
He’s a big, strong man who will slay dragons and open doors for old ladies – until he catches the sniffles, that is. We’re talking about guys who go from alpha male to pathetic baby before you can say “Tamiflu.” It may seem super-annoying that the world seems to revolve…
Whether you’ve been out with a new guy a few times or just once, when things start getting hot and heavy in the bedroom, there are a few ways to kill the mood – fast. Say the wrong thing, and the intimacy can come to a shrieking halt. So here…
Forget dinner and a movie. Get a breath of fresh air with these outdoor dates. When it comes to planning a romantic evening, afternoon or morning, think outside the box. Indoor activities can become tiresome over time. By expanding your horizons with these great outdoors, you not only will feel…
When was the last time you took the time to hang out with your best girlfriend? If it’s been awhile, then maybe it’s time to reconnect. Of course you both have busy lives, but there are definitely great ways to enjoy spending time with each other outside of the usual…
The depiction that men love sex can be fairly accurate – guys are portrayed as sex maniacs who will stop at nothing to get laid. The truth may be a little less exaggerated, but that stereotype makes it difficult for men with low libidos. So what should you do if…