Dreams of future possibilities inoculate us from despair. They remind us that no matter how depressing our present circumstance, potential exists for a brighter tomorrow. Dreams encourage our spirits and keep us looking up. Shoot for the moon as you consider the direction you want your lives to take. Join with your mate. in exploring a universe full of future
Poetmom -- I just wanted to say I appreciate these daily love tips - they're pretty ...insightfulThankyou for taking the time to post them each day You're welcome....sorry I haven't posted for a few days, but life has been hectic around here, which I'll be posting about later today. <img src="../images
Too often when two people live together for an extended period, they begin to take each other for granted. Little kindnesses have a way of becoming expectations. When these expectations aren't met, resentment can set in. Practicing an attitude of gratefulness is a good way to keep a fresh appreciation for the little things your spouse does to care for you and
All three of mine were like that at his age...and my youngest, an 11 yr old daughter, is still a lot that way. She tends to stick very close to Mom when she's home, and she wants to be sure she knows where I am when we're not within visual distance. Most of the time, though, they grow out of it long before they head off to school....and then you miss it just a little.... . <img src="../ima
Poetmom, you haven't been trying to compare your situation to mine, right? You have seemed sympathetic to what happened to me. I was only 15 mins away so my situation would have even satisfied your comfort zone. Not at all Jill...I think we got off on a tangent here with the stuff about having only f
What about birthday parties, or when the kids want to have a sleep over at a friends? can they not have those normal kid type functions if nobody will ever trust anyone else? I don't look at those in the same manner....they go to parties and sleepovers all the time...but I'm always at home, available a
Many people spend their entire lives searching for acceptance. Rejection by their parents may have a lot to do with their searching and constant attempts to measure up. A marriage is the one place where your spouse should expect to feel unconditionally loved. Your spouse must not sense that you are always trying to mold them into your ideal perfect mate. Avoi
What if you don't have family around to help out? I think if you didn't have the grandparents, you might have done some searching for a suitable sitter. We moved away from family 6 yrs ago...and never used a sitter in that time. I just don't like the idea of leaving my children with anyone other than f
Pretty much the same as you....as someone who cared about others, tried to make the world a better place, and who loved--deeply and completely.
I got off on a tangent, but that's okay. I probably lost most people's interest in the first paragraph anyway. He left yesterday afternoon for San Antonio. He's such a sweetie and I'll miss him. It's always hard losing family. If all goes well he'll be back in the fall. I bet the heat is a horrible shock for him. Going from 50 to 100 degrees can't be easy on a white boy like him. I love him.['quote] I hope everything goes well for him in Texa
Happy AnniversaryI How many years now?I'll be looking for that article....it warms my heart to see and hear of so many couples who are celebrating successful marriages. Yay for your kid! He's done with high school...now onto college! Just one year for us...we're still newlyweds....but then again, I th
The wedding should be about two people joining together for a life of happiness, not the giving of objects that commemorates the event. VERY true....but unfortunately, thank you notes for the gifts you get are just part of the whole wedding package.....just keep in mind that the MARRIAGE is more importa
Not ever letting anyone watch your kids is extreme. I don't necessarily agree here, Jill. We never hired a sitter for our kids....they were either with us, or with their grandparents, period. There just weren't a lot of folks out there I trusted to care for my youngsters. <TABLE cellpadding=
Certain moments should be cherished forever. Yet as time passes, our memories fade and fail. Think back. Can you still vividly recall how your spouse acted on that first date? Do you remember the soft, sweet words the two of you shared privately on the night before your wedding? Years from now, the mere reading of a yellowed-with-age journal entry can transpo
Dharma...I'm trying to catch up with some of my favorite folks after taking a few days away from JU for "real life"....and I loved this article. With my anniversary coming up tomorrow, I have a feeling there will be something similar over on my site later today, as well as one about my son's high school graduation, which was Friday.
Anyway, now I'm filling out these thank you cards, and once again writing the same thing to every person, with a few jokes for those I know well. It's stupid. I'm grateful for the gifts, but the only message communicated by my thank you notes is that I thought your gift was worth a form letter. But th
We are of different opinions at different hours, but we always may be said to be at heart on the side of truth. In those times when you search for wisdom, where are you likely to turn? A psychologist? A pastor? Both may be excellent options, so don't rule out either of these resources. However, before you go searching for a wise sage, seek the opinion of your
The results' show is over. After a season of ups and downs, Fantasia Barrino ended the evening as the new American Idol. I'm not really surprised, but I'm disappointed. It was a really close vote, though....I heard Ryan say this morning that the vote margin was less than one percent. Diana fought th
A lot of times I'll grab a half hour nap around 2 or 3 in the afternoon...and I feel my best with about 7-8 hours a night--less and I'm grumpy; more and I'm groggy all day.
Maybe be more vigilant when it comes to questions to ask any prospective babysitter. Sometimes there ARE no questions to ask that will tell you something like this would happen. And unexpected events can happen even when you, as a parent, are there with your children....you could pass out, have a heart
I got sick of the comments of how it was fiction so i figured i'd shut up about my day. If you'd like to know what happened I will tell you just let me know Sure! You can email me at [email protected]
Until tomorrow. I can guarantee that it will happen again tomorrow. Perhaps not to this degree, but it will happen. I'm going to be certifiably insane by the end of the summer. If it makes you feel any better, girls do the same things....I'm always having to referee between my two....<img
Ashlee....what happened to the Happy Ending saga????????
Sounds to me like she was making a lot of excuses for a total lack of judgment on both their parts. Lots of people have rough lives, but most of them manage to work through them and lead responsible lives. Hopefully getting some counseling help will benefit her. Consider yourself lucky to be rid of her before something e
I think with Fantasia is that not only is she very good at singing, she is a very good performer. She entertains the crowd and can get the crowd going. I think this is what Simon meant when he said best ever - she's a joy to watch, making it a fun evening. To each his own, but I don't see her that way a
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