Chronic negativity poisons a relationship. Have you experienced it? Just as pouring Roundup on weeds removes the life in them, pouring negative messages on and around your partner can suck the joy out of your connection; and, the sourness does not have to be specifically related to your partner. General pessimism can erode the sweetness of your love story, such as: Constantly complaining about work. Discussing the latest *breaking* news update. Talking about how much your lazy co-worker earns… again. Honking and yelling at traffic. Playing video games which frequently upset … [Read more...]

My post is at twenty-seven likes... forty-two likes... sixty-seven likes... a hundred likes!!!! If we are honest, we know there is something appealing about receiving recognition for our photos, ideas, and achievements. Social media can connect us with those we love, provide opportunities to rekindle friendships, and help us find others who share our interests. It can also suck us in, make us discontent with what we have, and draw us away from our loved ones. Not too long ago, I was sitting with my Mom and one of her friends at a fast-food restaurant. I was finishing up a conversation on … [Read more...]

A clean home is a happy home, and this is true not only of our physical homes but also ourselves. Left to my natural inclinations, this house fills up with dirty dishes, unpacked bags, and piles of clothes. For the sake of having clean garments and food serving apparatuses, I do laundry and wash dishes a few times a week. Without Eric, I would probably let the dishes slide to maybe once a week which would make the ultimate job far more overwhelming. Then, time comes for company. Whether a couple is coming over for games and dessert, or a friend is spending the weekend, my mind goes into … [Read more...]