Tag Archives: love
Families Together
Another mother-in-law has contacted us about her experiences with her children-in-law. Susan Lieberman has written a book about the process of improving relationships with sons- and daughters-in-law. We plan to host her on our blog in the future so stay tuned. With Memorial Day coming on Monday, we salute those families who have a loved one serving in the Armed Forces and honor with respect those who have lost a family member in service to our country. Please join with us in celebrating the lives of these brave men and … Continue reading
Posted in extended family, your self
Tagged Armed Forces, daughter-in-law, family, love, Memorial Day, MIL, mother-in-law, sacrifice, son-in-law, Veterans Day
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Being Authentic
At the Academy Awards, the roles of the men chosen as nominees in the category of leading actor reveal examples that can also guide women, be they Sandwiched Boomers or not. Here are some ideals they embody. Be proud of who you are. Portraying assassinated San Francisco supervisor, Harvey Milk, Oscar winner Sean Penn immerses himself in the vibrant personality of the first openly gay politician elected to public office. He reminds us to embrace ourselves, no matter what others think and whatever the consequences. Keep on trying. In The … Continue reading
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Tagged Academy Awards, Brad Pitt, Frank Langella, friendship, love, Mickey Rourke, Milk, Nixon, Oscars, Richard Jenkins, Sandwiched Boomer, Sean Penn
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Weather reports across the United States tell us we are in the midst of an artic cold spell this week. How to stay warm? Heaters are good – cuddling with your love even better. Here are some tips for creating a hot relationship with your Sandwiched Generation partner. Invest in your partnership. Make time for your relationship just as you would for any valuable asset. The efforts that you put into growing and developing it will be returned in multiples. Use each other for support as you are going through … Continue reading
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Tagged asset, humor, laughter, love, marriage, relationship, romance, Sandwiched Generation, support
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Yesterday we introduced you to The Gratitude Project, a timely idea created by Dina Lynch Eisenberg, who blogs at www.thismarriagething.com. Join her in conscious appreciation of those who bring joy and meaning into your life. Here are some additional tips she passes along to help you participate in spreading gratitude around and enjoying the feelings it creates. Say a sincere thank you to your spouse, partner or someone significant in your life three times per day for the next 10 days. Your goal is to catch him or her doing … Continue reading
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Tagged Dina Lynch Eisenberg, gratitude, love, spouse, thank you, thismarriagething.com
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