...When I arrived at the new school I was put in a classroom with a mean teacher. The first thing she did was give us an assignment to write something. I didn't quite understand her instructions and had a 'brain block'... More >>

Valentine's Day may not seem like the most likely time to put a healthier dessert strategy in play for you, your special someone or your kidlets, but it's the perfect time for a delicious bite in the right direction. If you're looking for a clever way to reduce dessert portions, a bite can go a long way... More >>

Just because there are no bruises, doesn't mean there is no abuse. Picture this. You and 3 friends are having lunch. The conversation is lively...You would never know that one of you is in an abusive marriage... More >>

During college, I earned my degree and became a pharmacist. When my daughter was born, I cut back to working three days a week. I had a hard time justifying leaving a career that I had only started a few years earlier, even though I knew in my heart I wanted to be with her... More >>

Just like smiling can put one in better mood, I strongly feel that acting in love can keep you in love! More >>

...Recently, I babysat the three-year-old next door so his highly-educated parents could have a date night. When I arrived at their house, the dad had just gotten home, and the mom had picked up their child from daycare and had also just gotten home... More >>

Suddenly, women were supposedly insulted if a man tried to open the door for them, pay the dinner check, and help them with their coat... More >>

I've been a listener for over 25 years. I've compiled a 'Top Ten' list for you that I thought you might like... More >>

As the youngest of seven children, the rest of who seemed to come in pairs and have 'older' interests, I spent hours playing by myself while they were in school... More >>

Do you have a bad habit that you can't seem to nix? Here's what you're doing wrong... More >>