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The "Hang on Till Death" Marriage »

I have a theory about marriage in these days of longevity.  Yes, I know this won't be a popular idea, but here's what I think.  We live much longer than we used to, and now we need a partner for

What You Have Now »

I am no rocket scientist, especially when it comes to my own emotional terrain.  It has taken me years to figure out things like:  Say no when you don't want to do something because when you say

The Starting Over »

In the past year or two, I've had the sad opportunity of walking into a used book store and doing the self-absorbed routine I always do:  I go to the "I's" and look to see if any of my b

Field of Dreamers »

I have always been a sucker for anyone who carries a dream in their pocket, despite all the obstacles in its way—like pocket lint, car keys or a soul-sucking full-time job.

The Ultimate Relationship »

Recently, while sitting at a neighb

I'm published in Brazil. And looking for women for a survey. »

Imagine my surprise yesterday to get a package from my publisher containing two copies of the Brazilian co-edition of

A Picture Perfect Vacation »

It is true that a picture captures a thousand words, but I recently discovered that many of my family snapshots are lying cheats.

Long Distance Love »

Loving a soldier isn't easy. Christina gave me permission to post this account of her long distance love affair.

Why IS it that... I feel more than apathy for empathy? »

All the advances being made in science and technology leave this girl shaking in her proverbial boots. And I assure you I’m talking about more of a cowardly quiver than a strutting, Tina Turner-like temblor.

What I Love About You - 2 »

Okay, lovers. Here are a few more questions from What I Love About You, a guided journal that helps you spell out what exactly you love about your special person -

What I Love About You - 1 »

We can do better than "I love you." We can make them believe it. What exactly do we love about our sweethearts?

I Keep House Casually »

Man, it's hot here in Oaktown, CaliforneyeA.  So after a long, cool shower, I walked naked into the kitchen where my chef husband was cooking dinner, and I struck a pose next to the oven and asked, &

Love and Biology »

Love. Biology. Are the two things as diametrically opposed as, say, god and science, or art and industry?

Accepting, Learning, Letting Go »

"There are things we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know but have to learn, and people we can't live without but have to let go." -unknown

What's Your Brain Got to Do With It? »

Turns out, a lot.

Meeting Your Sweetheart »

Why are so many wonderful people sadly single, terrific humans who would like to cuddle up with their buttercup?  I know it's not the most serious earthly problem, but it irks me.  I wish I had a

Dr. Romance Blog »

please see my syndicated blog at http://drromance.typepad.com/dr_romance_blog/

Love Language #1: Words of Affirmation »

Gary Chapman, author of bestselling book The Five Languages of Love, writes that "the need to feel loved by one's spouse is at the heart of all marital desires."

Flowers...Candy...Anyone? »

I have teased my husband for years telling him that he has it very easy.

Making Friends: The Essence of Marketing »

All of marketing ultimately comes down to one thing: creating relationships. If you don't understand this basic principle, you will ultimately fail as a book marketer.

Spreading the Love »

Spreading the Loveby Kate--

Three Women of Tango (Some seek unhappiness in love.) »

There is a tango entitled "Tengo Miedo", written in 1929. Tu cariño me enloquece.

Social Networking Confirmed. Foxworthy Fans Love Me. »

When you get onto Facebook, you get a choice of completely useless “Applications” that you can add to