This morning, as I was getting into the mom-van to drive Sarah to school, I noticed that she wasn’t her usual sparky-Sarah self.  I asked if she was okay, if there was something that she needed from me that she was not getting?  She tried to play it off, just shook her head, ran back for her scooter, wouldn’t look me in the eye. Finally, she said, “Welllll….. actually yes.  Can I have some attention?” 
It occurred to me that if my daughters are not comfortable asking me for what they need, then that might become a behavioral pattern.  If it …read more

Being a fan of Kate Hudson films, I couldn’t pass up the chance to get myself a bit of an update even when I knew from reading the title that it’ll be of a personal nature — her dating life.
Kate Hudson Moves On…Quickly
After the quick read, I can’t help but wonder if it’s true. Will you truly think about a former “failed” relationship after you end your current one? Thinking that this time it will work? Curious thought.
Though I’m a firm believer in second chances, I do draw the line on what will be a healthy move. Changes may have …read more

It’s no secret that I’ve been going through some very trying times recently with the horrible flooding in Indiana, my puppy having Parvo and so much more that no one in their right mind would believe – so allow me to blame my fragile emotional state on the issues at hand while I offer up a little something to chew on – especially for all you folks looking at getting married and blending families.
I have worn many hats and worked many jobs – all of which I’ve given 110 percent with references to prove it.  Up and until about …read more

I have heard so many people say that their relationship was near perfect until they got married.
What is it about that piece of paper that gives people enough sense of security that they let the important things go?
I’ve always believed “What it takes to get me is what it takes to keep me.”  I believe deep down, everyone feels much the same. However, when you get married, it seems the little things start to go first – and we all know that it’s those “little things” that mean the most.
The little things like a note left on the bathroom …read more

This is one of those subjects that can get quite sticky. It’s so hard to gauge when to tell somethings and when to wait.
Here’s a few helpful tips from CNN:
• If you are going through a divorce, tell the person you are dating pronto. Don’t beat around the bush, and don’t say you are already divorced if you are still in the process of it.
• More personal information, such as why the marriage failed and the nature of your relationship with your ex, should be saved for a later date when the two of you are more comfortable …read more

Have you ever heard the romantic tales of a couple finding love when a single mother signed her son up for baseball and mom fell in love with the coach?
What about the single dad falling for the single teacher?
We’ve all heard the suggestions from friends of meeting other singles at the supermarket in the fresh produce section – but we tend to overlook the obvious places to meet other single parents.
Here’s a list of places you might just meet other single parents who are looking to date just like you…

Sporting events – there’s bound to be other single parents with …read more

I have to admit, I’m one of those women who actually likes to read the occasional mens magazine just to stay abreast of what ‘might’ be going on in the minds of the men around me.
One of my favorites to visit is AskMen.com. Ladies, if you haven’t visited AskMen yet, you might want to. There’s a lot to be learned from the informational articles they share.
While combing through one this morning, a certain phrase caught my attention:

When you tell someone you love them, you’re actually giving them permission to hurt you. If you’re a single parent you’re giving …read more