Category Archives: Blended or Step Family

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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DEALING WITH THE IN-LAWS

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Tracey

Whether you are hosting a dinner, visiting for the holidays, or meeting for the first time, the in-laws can be a little scary.   You may be full of questions but the biggest is likely, “will they like me?” or “what … Continue reading →

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Divorce: What not to do to your kids

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Tracey

Divorce is a very adult decision that affects everyone; the kids, the pets, the friends, the in-laws and the out-laws.  How do you get through such a huge life event without screwing it up? First, know you will, inevitably, make mistakes.  … Continue reading →

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Product of your upbringing

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Tracey

In what way are you most/least like your parents? … and what would you change? Have you ever heard yourself say, “I’ll never be like my mother.”   or “My dad used to tell me…”?   We bring lessons of our childhood … Continue reading →

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Summer Family Fun

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Tracey

5 Tips For Summer Family Fun Take a vote Keep a budget Do something new – for everyone! Collect memories (magnets, key chains, or t-shirts from everywhere you go) Plan a stay-cation with activities and interests for everyone!

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Worst Case Scenario for Mothers

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Tracey

Perhaps you grew up dreaming of a football team of kids in the house or just a boy and girl – in that order.   Life sometimes has its own agenda, doesn’t it?   Some women find they can’t have children at all … Continue reading →

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The Art of a Family Meeting

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Tracey

Does your family feel like it is moving in all different directions?   Do you even wonder who is on first in your house?   Feel like you are repeating yourself but missed an essential family member in delivering the message?! Family … Continue reading →

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Being a Step Child

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Tracey

Ever wonder what goes on in the mind of a step child?   What could they possibly have to be upset about?  They get multiple Christmas’ gatherings, spoiled by one parent or both, duplicate toys, etc. Well, it isn’t all its’ … Continue reading →

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