A reader of the August newsletter sent in this question. “I’ve been dating a guy for a little over two years and I think that he has loyalty issues. A few months ago I noticed that he started to share things I have said to him when we are out with other couples. These are… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Margaret
“How Nerds Created Sexual Fidelity”
The following article, “How Nerds Created Sexual Fidelity”, is taken from: The Week magazine; June 10, 2012, Volume 12 Issue 570 – Health and Science page 21. This certainly could provide some “food for thought” for those of you who find yourself surrounded by the vast numbers of individuals who have slid into believing that the… Continue Reading
Arise
ARISE Tell me who I am. Imaginary words form, but catch in my throat; they drown waiting for your consent. My lover spoke and said to me, “Arise my darling, my beautiful one, and come with me.” Comfort me. My sagging eyes and spine are old, contorted like a trapped animal. Mostly, heal my… Continue Reading
Rest and Reflect Before Running to a New Relationship.
Getting rid of the “D” on your forehead after a divorce is a process and certainly one that no two people go through exactly the same. However, there are many parts of that process that individuals share. Strong feelings of hurt, anger, fear, guilt, rejection, and loneliness are often common denominators. Learning that you are… Continue Reading
Taking Care of Others Begins With Taking Care of Self
It has been said that we should love others as we love ourselves. Love for someone else has its roots in how you love and care for yourself. Can you accept that you are not perfect? Do you trust and respect yourself? Are you committed to your own personal growth? Do you treat yourself with… Continue Reading
Pets and Relationships – Make it Mutual
As I stated in my last blog, pets can bring great happiness to a relationship but they can also contribute to some angst. I was introduced to the latter with my cat Wiskers who liked to munch on anything knit. There was a lot of angst in my house as socks, sweaters, afghans and t-shirts… Continue Reading
Pets and Relationships – So just what is the problem?
So what are some of the possibilities or responsibilities to consider if you plan to bring a pet into your life while you are dating? COST: I was listening to Calling All Pets on Wisconsin Public Radio. UW veterinarian Patricia McConnel was taking questions. One such question was, “I am considering purchasing a dog, what… Continue Reading
What could be better than a party?
Last night some of the Dating Dementia grads gathered for an All Class Reunion. It was great fun for me to see individuals whom I have had the privilege to serve over the course of the last five years, assembled together talking, laughing and even planning future events. We live in a time that offers… Continue Reading
