Category Archives: starting over

After divorce: grief, dating, remarry

Adjusting to stepfamily life occurs quickly…

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Tracey

Couples are optimistic when they remarry.  They want life to settle down and to get on with the business of being happy.  However, it can take a long time for people in newly blended families to get to know each … Continue reading →

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9 Relationship Questions: Before the Big Question

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Tracey

You meet the person of your dreams – check. You fall in love – check. There is a proposal – check. And you live happily ever – ah, not so fast! Love is a good start but it isn’t everything. … Continue reading →

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Cold Feet

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Tracey

Did you get engaged over the holidays?   Worried about accepting or proposing the offer? We will soon be facing Valentine’s Day. This brings the possibility of popping the question or saying “I do”.   Underneath all the excitement and anticipating comes … Continue reading →

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Next Steps – Infidelity Part 3

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Tracey

As either the cheater or the cheated, you can decide to stay or go.   Generally, people stay for a couple of reasons: money, history, children, and/or love.   Getting past infidelity is difficult.   It is not for others to decide for … Continue reading →

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Talking Points on Infidelity – Part 1

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Tracey

You have heard the saying, “It takes two to tango.”   This applies to all relationships, the good and the bad.   Answer me this: If your relationship is going well you share in that – why would you not believe you … Continue reading →

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Surviving the Empty Nest

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Tracey

Empty Nest Syndrome is the moment you realize it’s time to say goodbye to your “children” and welcome the adult you have helped them become.   This is a natural part of life, a transition not just for you but for … Continue reading →

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Dating after Divorce

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Tracey

You just got divorced, or perhaps you’ve been single again for a while.   When is the right time to get involved again?  How do you know you are ready to get in another relationship? Believe it or not but there … Continue reading →

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Your New Normal

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Tracey

You’ve only known this man or woman as your spouse.   You’ve been married a lifetime.   You’ve built dreams and memories around this relationship. You’ve been at the same company forever.  You’ve grown and matured into a credible, responsible, and loyal … Continue reading →

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The Year of First’s

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Tracey

The Year of First’s Some say nothing is harder than the loss, until you experience the Year of First’s.   The first day, the first week, the first month… and every gut wrenching memorable milestone in between! Maybe it’s a birthday … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day: The Day of Love (or is it?)

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Tracey

What does it take to have and maintain a healthy relationship?    It truly begins with you!     Be the best person you can be!  Ask yourself the question; if you were someone else would you marry you?  Begin now to … Continue reading →

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