by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on June.24.2010
… and ways to resolve them:
Finances. Discuss them.
Kids. Agree on how to raise them.
Frustrations. Express them.
Expectations. Make them obtainable.
Sex. Have it. Make it good.
Promises. Keep them.
The Past. Stop bringing it up repeatedly.
Respect, Consideration and Gratitude. Show it.
Angry Words Said. Own them. Don’t say it unless you mean it.
Responsibilities. Share them.
Ex’s. Keep them within proper boundaries.
Lies. [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on April.1.2010
A couple recently asked my husband and I if we could share any tips on keeping our relationship fresh and growing. Here’s the answer!
Keep talking. Communicate about everything. Your feelings, movies, your dreams, your hobbies, your fears, your day, your past. Stay updated and keep [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on June.11.2009
The “About Marriage” series continues …
** Is The Kitchen the Woman’s Place? **
I know a couple that recently got into a bit of a tiff. For the majority of their 30+ years of marriage, they shared the chore of preparing dinner. He cooked on weekends and at least once during the week, and she cooked [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on April.27.2009
The “About Marriage” series continues …
Lately I’ve heard quite a few single people say they never want to get married. Ever. One of the most consistent top reasons?
Cheating. They want to avoid marriage because they are afraid of infidelity.
First of all, it is simply not true that someone cheats in every single marriage. Just [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on March.30.2009
There’s something that’s been nagging at the back of my brain with increasing persistence lately. I’ve been reluctant to blog about it in fear of being misunderstood, but I think I’m finally ready and able to articulate my feelings on the subject.
The subject? The equality of men and women. More and more I’m hearing women [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on September.29.2008
I was just chatting with a guy friend when the subject of video games came up. When he discovered that I’m a hardcore gamer (or at least I would still be if I actually had some real free time), he nearly flipped.
Why is it that guys still act so surprised when I say that [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on September.8.2008
It seems as if most of the single people I encounter these days have quite the pessimistic view of love and marriage. They believe things like:
At least one spouse in every marriage cheats
That there isn’t someone out there for them
Love doesn’t last forever and passion fades over time
People are not designed to settle down with [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on August.20.2008
I recently celebrated my birthday. Another year lived. Another year of lessons learned. I’d like to take a moment to share a few:
ON LIFE
The easiest way to break a bad habit is to replace it with a new, good one
Those that don’t believe in karma are usually hit the hardest by it
You’d be amazed by [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on June.15.2008
Every year my Daddy complains that fathers never get the kind of attention on Father’s day that moms get on Mother’s day. I usually laugh at him. Because I spoil him on Father’s day. He’s gotten rings, video cameras, DVD players, taken out to his favorite restaurants, gift certificates, massages, mp3 players, etc. I would [...]
by ** Tatiana Caldwell ** on June.10.2008
This poem is dedicated to my husband. I thank God and your momma for this day. This day that you were born.
Happy Birthday my love.
You are –
The reason I laugh
The reason I cry
When facing tough paths
You’re the reason I try
You are the reason.
You are –
Why I feel I can make it
Why I feel I can [...]