Monthly Archives: June 2007

by phyllis, June 28, 2007

If the writer in you can’t wait to break free, check out the following opportunity – Boomer Women Speak JUNE-JULY Writing Contest: A Lesson I’ve Learned We’ve all had them. Those “life lessons” that make us stop and think, possibly see the world, our environment, or even ourselves in a different light – the lessons we’ll never forget. Some call them “Aha” moments. Who was your mentor? Was it a teacher, a parent, or your best friend who helped to open your eyes and heart to learn? Maybe even a … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, June 22, 2007

Father’s day was a big gathering at our place. It all began 10 years ago when our son’s fraternity brothers who had settled in Los Angeles got together with their dads for a softball game. It became an annual event. Last Sunday, with children, parents and in-laws, we numbered more than 60. What nostalgia – when it seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating our fathers and playing with our young children. What a pleasure to see our children as parents themselves. Time really does fly.

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by phyllis, June 15, 2007

With more flexibility in your beliefs about communication between the sexes, you can begin to appreciate and integrate the unique opinions and attitudes of the men who mean the most to you. Here are more comments from our poll. Adam reflected on the process he and his second wife were still working on in couples’ counseling. “I’m committed to being fully present, to making requests and talking about what I need instead of complaining. I’m also trying to satisfy my wife’s requests and needs. This has become the core dynamic … Continue reading →

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by phyllis, June 9, 2007

Have you bought into the commercialism of Father’s Day, thinking fancy ties and expensive tools would bring you closer – only to find that you still want better communication with the important man in your life? According to research findings on the effectiveness of marital therapy, communication was one of the most commonly reported and difficult to manage problems in marriage. It is well known that discrepancies in how men and women talk to each other can lead to further conflict as the partners begin to focus blame on themselves, … Continue reading →

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