I am one sandwiched woman. Between living with a retired mother with health concerns, trying to manage two preschool-aged boys, and balancing a full-time career, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the demands of life (hence the absence of my column the last few months!). Mix in my … [Read more...] about Juggling Under Pressure
Adventures in Dating: Memoirs of a Single Mom
Sometimes a Cigar is More Than a Cigar
I have been having nightmares lately. Not the “being chased” kind of nightmare, or the nightmare where you’re falling and wake up before hitting the ground. Rather, there is a recurring theme in these dreams that involve The Consultant (a man I have been dating for many months … [Read more...] about Sometimes a Cigar is More Than a Cigar
Too Much, Too Soon
I took a weekend ski trip recently with The Consultant. We had great day of skiing, fantastic Bloody Marys with lunch, and enjoyed a much needed break from work and kids. Over an après ski beer at the base of the mountain, some locals told us that there was an outdoor, natural … [Read more...] about Too Much, Too Soon
A Bun In The Oven and Still Hungry?
A good friend of mine (who is 7 months pregnant) told me recently that she is concerned about her sex drive. I recalled that my sex drive dropped to almost zero when I was pregnant with both of my boys, so I assumed that this might be the case for her. Surprisingly, my friend’s … [Read more...] about A Bun In The Oven and Still Hungry?
Think You Got Game?
Sponsored Post: ScienceOfRelationships.com contributor Dr. Jennifer Harman discusses DateSim.net, her new venture to help individuals practice their dating skills. Prior to entering my current academic career, I was a counselor and worked with families, couples, and … [Read more...] about Think You Got Game?