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Do you Feel Unloved?

by stephhicks68

How many times have you reached out to a friend in a time of crisis, just to have her turn her back on you? How many of you have had a relationship dissipate, slowly, without ever knowing why? Did you ever lie... published 5 months ago

3 comments    love family life

Tiny connections66

Father's Love - The Importance of a Dad

by stephhicks68

Father's Day 2008 is Sunday, June 15 in the United States. Since 1966, this holiday has been celebrated on the third Sunday in June. It was finally signed into law by President Nixon in 1972. The first... published 3 months ago

49 comments    love family advice

Laughter is great for the soul83

25 Ways to Improve Your Mood

by stephhicks68

Sometimes Mondays aren't just confined to the beginning of the week. Those doldrums can continue well into the week - or even the weekend! Maybe your boss is nagging you.... the kids are getting to you... the... published 6 months ago

13 comments    health family advice

Mom and Daughter78

When Your Mom is Elderly

by stephhicks68

As daughters and sons move into middle age, their parents get even older. Relationships shift from caregiver to the one being cared for, over time. As the elderly one in the equation, it is not easy to accept... published 3 months ago

35 comments    love family advice

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Grief After Death

by stephhicks68

Grief is an individual emotion that cannot be captured or conveniently explained. When a loved one passes away, the finality of never again being able to see that person, hold them in your arms, laugh with... published 6 months ago

17 comments    love family life

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Simple Chores to Get Your Children Motivated and Helpful

by stephhicks68

Children as young as 3 years old can learn responsibility and build self-esteem by helping around the house. A list of chores that most kids can accomplish, with age recommendations and other helpful tips. Discussion includes reward charts and allowance. published 6 months ago

5 comments    family education advice

What to write.... what to write....?70

Punching Through Writer's Block

by stephhicks68

So, you're staring at an empty screen. The cursor is mocking you with an insistent blink, blink, blink. What to write today? What do you have to share? Time to go clean the cat box again. Maybe its time to... published 3 months ago

26 comments    education advice life

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Having a Baby - Costs and Benefits

by stephhicks68

The decision whether or not to have a child (or to grow your family) is a very personal decision. It depends on a myriad of factors, each of which can tip the balance in one direction or the other. Only you... published 6 months ago

12 comments    family advice life

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Garrett and Earl - Two Great Dogs

by stephhicks68

Earl (left) and Garrett (right)I didn't used to be a dog person. We only had one dog when I was growing up, a little teacup poodle who would often run away. Not surprisingly, I was not very connected to... published 5 months ago

6 comments    love family life

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You Can Write Poetry

by stephhicks68

Some people keep a journal to write down their thoughts on a regular basis. The act of putting pen to paper is said to be therapeutic. I've tried the regular journal practice, but have never gotten into it.... published 5 months ago

11 comments    love life poetry

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