A few years ago, I was having a casual conversation with several of my media colleagues about relationships and in particular, marriage. The conversation quickly got heated when one of my male colleagues, known for his unconventional thinking, said that people should treat marriage like a business ...
That’s What Friends Are For
I don’t have a lot of friends. Fortunately for me, I like it that way. I much prefer quality over quantity. I’m not a high maintenance friend, but I like knowing that my friends are there for me if I’m going through tough times in my life. I also want them by my side when I’m celebrating the ...
Stop Dismissing Dog Moms
It’s just a dog. Those are probably the worst words you could say to a dog owner whose beloved pet is sick or has just passed away. It’s disrespectful, hurtful and just plain stupid. I’ve had pets from I was a child, starting with my beloved Collie, Jack. Since then, I have had numerous ...
Your Husband Cheated, So He’s To Blame
It’s time for wives to start blaming the one person who is ultimately responsible for destroying their marriages – their husbands. I often get into heated debates with friends and colleagues when we talk about married men who cheat on their wives. No matter who I talk to, it’s all the same: “The ...
Trading Happiness For Approval
I don’t need anyone’s approval. Except my mother’s. I wish I didn’t, but on some level, I do. I’ve never looked to anyone for validation. If they didn’t believe I was talented, I didn’t care. If they didn’t think I was beautiful, it didn’t shake me. If they thought I wasn’t nice, it didn’t ...
