Why it’s Good to Make Him Jealous (June 18 2008)         - {fin2000

Relationships are unique as your fingerprints, so only you can write the rules that make you happy. The mistakes that follow can break a relationship. But use them correctly and they can actually make it stronger.

Bridal Shower Invitations and Wedding Announcements – Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (February 29 2008)         - Sarah Porter

There are many bridal shower and Wedding Announcements wording ideas. On a surprise bridal shower invitation you may want to say, “Don’t tell but we’re having a surprise shower for Mary Smith…” Another fun way to word Bridal Shower Invitations may be for a recipe shower. Here is where you would enclose two index cards and have the guest write a recipe on one and a recipe for love on the other.

Keep Holiday Spending Under Control: 10 Great Gifts for Under $20 (December 08 2007)         - Jaime Hershman

Is it really necessary to go into debt to please the people on your gift list? Christmas shopping on a budget doesn’t necessarily rob you of the holiday spirit. In fact, with a little creativity you can find the perfect gift without breaking the bank.

Quilts - Talking with Trudy: Part One (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

At the age of 75, Trudy Schwader can only estimate her lifetime total of quilts. Somewhere around number 50 she began counting and taking pictures before giving them away. By now, her best guess - counting the baby quilts and the wedding quilts and the ones that were an experiment with color or style or pattern - her best guess is that she's made more than 130 quilts.

Womens Plus Size Expansion (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

There is some fantastic news that all you plus size women should know. Evidence is showing that more and more companies, clothing stores and merchandisers are opening their eyes, to accommodate larger sizes.

11 Tips To Put The Spring Back In Your Step (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

When we feel down about ourselves it is because we are stuck on a negative or fearful thought. By shifting your focus, you shift the energy and start to remember the marvelous woman that you are. It's physics! Here are 11 easy ways to feel good again.

How To Add Romance To Your Relationship (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

After a few years of being with that special someone, everything becomes a routine and this is one of the reasons why a relationship fails.

Women's Swimwear Revolution: Cover-ups and Show-offs for Your Body at the Beach! (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Swimsuits have ebbed and flowed through the centuries!

It's almost certain that the first swimmers wore no suit at all and although some historians date women's first swimsuits to the Eighteenth Century, the first recorded use of clothing for swimwear dates back to 300 BC in ancient Greece. Togas were then the typical attire for bathing and swimming, yet bikini-clad women are visible in mosaics located in the villa at Piazza Armernia in Sicily.

Slay The Toxic Dragon In your Life (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

How To "Slay The Dragon" In Your Life In Five Simple Steps

Any time you spend around that toxic dragon , you are adding another cup full of misery to your life. You must accept that the toxic person you are with will not change, does not want to change, and does not want you to change. The toxic people want to keep poisoning you with their behavior and feel that they have every right to do so.

Mindfulness and Housework: Vacuum This (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

As a guest on a local television show recently, I decided to bring along my vacuum cleaner.

No, it wasn't for a segment on household hints. I wasn't there to share secrets for deep-cleaning a carpet. Instead, I was using my vacuum cleaner as a memorable visual (aural?) aid to talk about mindfulness.

The Truth About Gold Jewelry (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Without a doubt, Gold is one of the world's most precious metals. It is also a certainty that gold enjoys an unsurpassed popularity as a medium for jewelry expression. Both jewelry artisans and consumers alike are "in love" with gold. There seems to be no end to the range of colors, finishes and styles available and gold remains a perennial favorite setting for gemstones.

The Seduction of a Married Man (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

What is it about a married man that is so irresistible?

It must be something because so many women fall for it. Just this week I encountered two women who have slipped into the trap of fatal attraction for a married man. It is dangerous territory and I do not recommend that anyone go there. I speak from experience having invested part of my life in a relationship with a married man. Iam not writing about this subject to lecture or be judgmental or even to speak from my soapbox about what I know that you don't. My intention is to expose the underhanded tactics, even if unintentional, of men and the naiveté of women that permits these relationships to flower.

Potty Training and Bedwetting - Common Problems (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Many parents that visit our website Potty Training and Bedwetting Solutions ask us the same questions on an almost daily basis. Here are the most common problems during Potty Training as well as some solutions:

Engagement Gift Ideas (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Your friends just became engaged. You are happy to see them united and want to get just the right thing to show your happiness. You want to acknowledge this wonderful time in their lives; but you have not a clue as to what to get. Well, we have some ideas to help you. Some of these gifts for the new groom or the new bride, and some can be given to them as a couple.

Improve Your Sleep Now! (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Sleep disturbance or insomnia is not uncommon in women starting at midlife. While this may be due to a physical concern, usually it's not. Let's discuss some things you can do NOW to improve your sleep.

Emotional Challenges Facing Older Woman Starting Their Own Business (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

INTRODUCTION

In the age of the Internet, people of all ages and abilities are trying and succeeding in starting their own home based business. A surprisingly large number of these people are older workers and retired female workers who are looking to make extra cash to supplement a current income that is less than desirable.

Sex and the Single Mom (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Single moms, more so than anyone, have to be exceedingly careful about the type of man they select as life-long partners. No sensible woman wants to be judged soley on her appearence or sex appeal, right? Moreoever, who would even want a man mostly interested in sex without a real commitment, right again? These questions create an age-old conundrum. Exactly, how does one find a guy who loves them and only wants what is best for them? Let's take it up a notch. How do you resist those natural impulses to throw caution to the wind and break down and have sex?

Getting the Guy: Self-Esteem Trumps Pretty (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Part of the reason we have difficulty attracting men who make us happy is because we believe that such men don't really exist. We believe that to attract a man we have to be the prettiest girl in the room, have the biggest breasts on the block, the tightest abs, and so on. We must stay on our toes to makes sure somebody prettier, smarter, or whatever doesn't sneak up and snatch our man. It never ends.

How To Make Your Eight Minute Visit With The Doctor Count -- Part 3 (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Keys to making more exam room time with the doctor:

Fifty years ago the usual 45 minute doctor appointment enabled time to undress and dress after the exam, go into the doctor's office for a nice discussion about your diagnosis and treatment, have him write out your prescriptions, and even shoot the bull a little.

How To Make Your Eight Minute Visit With The Doctor Count -- Part 2 (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Exam Room Boogidy:

Are you intimidated by your doctor? Does he or she have an "attitude?" Can you see by body language that there is a definite conflict happening between you and the doctor? Can you handle it?