Author: Melissa
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The simple act of kindness
Editor’s note: This article is adapted from Leo of Zen Habits. There’s something powerfully simple, and deeply profound in the Dalai Lama’s quote: “My religion is very simple. My religion…
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Time for some TLC
I started a little project recently that required getting out my sewing machine. I hadn’t used it for several months and for some reason the thread kept breaking. Finally, I…
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Welcome to Simple Marriage 3.0
Say hello to Simple Marriage 3.0. Please, take a look around and check out the newly digs. If you don’t want to venture off on your own to look around,…
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When mom turned into a monster
When my kids were toddlers, I bought them a picture book entitled, When Mum Turned Into A Monster. The story depicted a mother who quite literally turns into a monster…
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What would you do if you knew you could not fail?
Three questions to ponder: If you knew you could not fail and those around you would not only suspend judgment, but wholeheartedly support you: What would you do? Are you…
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Transitions, Simplified
Think about the emotions associated with divorce for adults – the anger, frustration, crushed expectations. It’s true – no one gets married thinking their love will end in court. Now, imagine…
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Great marriage quote
Grow old with me! The best is yet to be. ~ Robert Browning (1812 – 1889)
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Top Ten Summer Survival Tips For Moms
Transitioning from school to summer can be hard on our kids, but I think it is even harder on us moms, if you know what I mean! If we have…
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How To Talk To Your Children About Sex
Today I’m guest posting over at Simple Mom (where I’m a monthly columnist). I’ve written a post that I think you’ll enjoy as well: How to talk to your children…
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19 Must Read Blogs for Married People, Plus Several More
Last year I wrote a post about 20 must read blogs for married people. This post included many of the sites I regularly read at the time … but as…
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Marriage and Money: Do You Have a Plan?
‘He who fails to plan, plans to fail’, Proverb When you got married, did you and your spouse sit down and develop a plan for your family finances? I am…
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A Frugal Marriage Equals More Passion
Editor’s Note: Originally published March 31, 2008. For the past several months, my wife and I were making preparations to place our house on the market. We weren’t looking to…