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Marriage: Signs of Communication Breakdown

January 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Lack of communication in relationships seems to be a consistent cause of marital problems. But because a breakdown in communication does not usually happen overnight, there are usually signs of trouble for a while before a real split happens. Here are some symptoms and suggested remedies to heal ailing communication between partners, from Kim Malchuk, motivational speaker, coach, and award-winning author (via Hitched). : 1: Short Fuse. This is a warning flag, especially if your spouse is … [Read more...]

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Affordable Ways to De-stress

November 29, 2009 By 1 Comment

We don't need to tell YOU how stressful planning a wedding can be.  If you are feeling, exhausted, overwhelmed, and stretched beyond your budget, you may be wondering how to loosen up without spending even more money.  A deep-tissue massage at the spa or dinner and a movie with your girlfriends might do the trick, but it will cost you! Here are some ideas from AllHealthcare, via Four White Mice to help you relax with an easy conscience. It's good for you and your relationships, too! feature … [Read more...]

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5 Steps to a Financially Secure Marriage

August 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Although financial concerns may be far from your thoughts when you became engaged, money quickly becomes important within weeks following the exchange of vows. There are things to buy, bills to pay and various other monetary decisions to consider. Unfortunately, far too many American families live from one economic crisis to another, never developing the habit of living within their means. A happy marriage is hard to maintain amid endless financial stress and conflict. Al Jacobs, a professional … [Read more...]

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Move Over, Bridezilla, You’ve Finally Met Your Match!

September 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment

If the term "bridezilla" is annoying you as much as it's annoying me (no, it's NOT cutsie, it's irritating and unbecoming), I have bad news for you.  A new species of wedding obsessors, closely related to bridezilla, has surfaced. Experts agree that he has always been around but has only recently been discovered and named. According to the globeandmail: They stomp through wedding shows and rip apart floral arrangements. They snap at wedding planners and send caterers running for … [Read more...]

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Bride has pre-wedding meltdown. Script written by ME!

July 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Modern Bride Magazine is having a "Modern Bride of the Year" contest, with a choice of ten semi-finalists that YOU can vote for (and be entered to win a Honeymoon in Fiji!). There's a picture, a bio, and short video of every bride, each one more lovely, accomplished, and fascinating than the next. But one specific bride caught my attention. Heather Clark, 33, from Boulder, CO is an event planner who is currently immersed in preparing for her own wedding. For her "modern and … [Read more...]

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Soothing the Pre-Wedding Jitters

June 5, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Sure, it's normal to feel some stress and worry as the big day approaches. Dear Sugar attributes it to the commitment that comes with a marriage, as well as the time, energy, and money it takes to plan a wedding. I'd say, if I was wearing that wedding dress, I'd be more than a little bit nervous too. Dear Sugar has some tips to quiet those butterflies in your stomach. The advice is sensible, as long as you are not having serious doubts. For normal wedding jitters, follow these tips to help … [Read more...]

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