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Become a Sensuous Wife
 We want to help out our friends over at Sensuous Wife who have just launched their new store ( click here) with the slogan "pleasure for wives and the husbands who love them." Their store offers a little bit of everything including oils, music, edible paint, toys, furniture, books and much more. Not sure if this is just for the launch of the store, but most of their Liberator products, for example, are being discounted. The Equus is currently dicounted a whopping $111. While the current economy has many people budgeting, always remember that your spouse and your relationship is always worth investing in, whether that's through date nights, flowers or a new product to keep that spark alive. Once you've checked out the new store, follow Sensuous Wife on Twitter at @sensuouswife. Labels: romance, sex
Get Help from a Romance Decorator
 Ready to plan the perfect romantic evening, but you're struggling with the details? You know you want Champagne and maybe chocolate strawberries, but then you go blank. That's fine. That's where the help of someone like Mary Chatman comes in. Chatman is the founder of Creations of Love, a romantic decorating company ready to romanticize your place. Creations of Love will supply all the materials and decorate with a variety of items including fresh rose petals trails, aromatherapy candles, chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate truffles and more. Clients can pick the details of what they're looking for and Creations of Love will do the rest and offer a variety of packages. They currently operate in Atlanta, Los Angeles and New York. If you're out of those areas don't worry, they also offer DIY packages. Check out their website ( www.creationsofloveinc.com) for more information. When was the last time you romantically decorated (or had someone decorate) your place? Labels: date night, entertainment, romance
Outdoor Lovin'
 Are you looking to add some serious spice to your marriage? Check out this website called Outdoor Lovemap. It is what it sounds like, a map of places around the world to make love. Of course, you could get into legal trouble if you're in a spot you're not supposed to be in and this website doesn't seem like it takes any of that information into account. It's basically a user-generated map that grades sites on a five-star system of privacy, comfort and legality. Each site is also given a description of the location. Last month, the site cracked 100 locations. Click here to check out the map. Labels: resource, romance, sex, technology, travel
Outdoor Lovin'
Are you looking to add some serious spice to your marriage? Check out this website called Outdoor Lovemap. It is what it sounds like, a map of places around the world to make love. Of course, you could get into legal trouble if you're in a spot you're not supposed to be in and this website doesn't seem like it takes any of that information into account. It's basically a user-generated map that grades sites on a five-star system of privacy, comfort and legality. Each site is also given a description of the location. Last month, the site cracked 100 locations. Click here to check out the map. Labels: resource, romance, sex, technology, travel
Outdoor Lovin'
Are you looking to add some serious spice to your marriage? Check out this website called Outdoor Lovemap. It is what it sounds like, a map of places around the world to make love. Of course, you could get into legal trouble if you're in a spot you're not supposed to be in and this website doesn't seem like it takes any of that information into account. It's basically a user-generated map that grades sites on a five-star system of privacy, comfort and legality. Each site is also given a description of the location. Last month, the site cracked 100 locations. Click here to check out the map. Labels: resource, romance, sex, technology, travel
The Modern Marriage
 Barack Obama has become not just the symbol of hope for the country, but it seems also for the institution of marriage. Newsweek offered an essay a few weeks back identifying Barack and Michelle's union (married at age 28 and 31) as the new model marriage. A union that reflects marriage statistics--men and women are waiting longer to get married, first establishing their personal and professional identities--and one of equality and respect. The essay highlights the fact that until recently, Michelle's resume was more impressive and his (mayoral assistant, nonprofit exec, hospital veep) earning her a six-figure salary. And while she has stepped down (for the time being) from her professional career, their union remains on equal footing. The article highlights an incident where Barack called home to crow his Senate victory and Michelle responded by asking him to run errands on the way home. So why all the hype? Most millennials have yet to experience marriage firsthand, and what they've experienced by proxy hasn't been particularly encouraging: a 50 percent divorce rate, a steep rise in single parenthood, a culture captivated by cheap celebrity hookups. Even America's most visible household hasn't offered much hope, veering from '50s-era subservience (the Reagans) to boomer dysfunction (the Clintons). But now the Obamas—two independent individuals who also appear to be (surprise!) in love—have filled the void. For young people who have rejected the tired "wife in the kitchen" template but resolved not to follow their parents to divorce court, it's a relief to see that the sort of marriage they hope to have—equal and devoted—can actually exist. Of course, reflecting on past generations doesn't mean that their marriage models didn't work or weren't as fullfilling, and many of them reflect the same kind of union as Barack and Michelle's. But there's clearly been disfunction as of late considering the high divorce rate and this is a chemistry young people have never seen in the White House. This doesn't mean that it's always, "happily ever after" either. In a recent People magazine interview, Michelle acknowledges, "we have a strong marriage, but it's not perfect." While perhaps not perfect, the new first couple is quickly becoming the aspirations of domestic equality, stability and bliss. Labels: commentary, government, romance
The Modern Marriage
Barack Obama has become not just the symbol of hope for the country, but it seems also for the institution of marriage. Newsweek offered an essay a few weeks back identifying Barack and Michelle's union (married at age 28 and 31) as the new model marriage. A union that reflects marriage statistics--men and women are waiting longer to get married, first establishing their personal and professional identities--and one of equality and respect. The essay highlights the fact that until recently, Michelle's resume was more impressive and his (mayoral assistant, nonprofit exec, hospital veep) earning her a six-figure salary. And while she has stepped down (for the time being) from her professional career, their union remains on equal footing. The article highlights an incident where Barack called home to crow his Senate victory and Michelle responded by asking him to run errands on the way home. So why all the hype? Most millennials have yet to experience marriage firsthand, and what they've experienced by proxy hasn't been particularly encouraging: a 50 percent divorce rate, a steep rise in single parenthood, a culture captivated by cheap celebrity hookups. Even America's most visible household hasn't offered much hope, veering from '50s-era subservience (the Reagans) to boomer dysfunction (the Clintons). But now the Obamas—two independent individuals who also appear to be (surprise!) in love—have filled the void. For young people who have rejected the tired "wife in the kitchen" template but resolved not to follow their parents to divorce court, it's a relief to see that the sort of marriage they hope to have—equal and devoted—can actually exist. Of course, reflecting on past generations doesn't mean that their marriage models didn't work or weren't as fullfilling, and many of them reflect the same kind of union as Barack and Michelle's. But there's clearly been disfunction as of late considering the high divorce rate and this is a chemistry young people have never seen in the White House. This doesn't mean that it's always, "happily ever after" either. In a recent People magazine interview, Michelle acknowledges, "we have a strong marriage, but it's not perfect." While perhaps not perfect, the new first couple is quickly becoming the aspirations of domestic equality, stability and bliss. Labels: commentary, government, romance
The Modern Marriage
Barack Obama has become not just the symbol of hope for the country, but it seems also for the institution of marriage. Newsweek offered an essay a few weeks back identifying Barack and Michelle's union (married at age 28 and 31) as the new model marriage. A union that reflects marriage statistics--men and women are waiting longer to get married, first establishing their personal and professional identities--and one of equality and respect. The essay highlights the fact that until recently, Michelle's resume was more impressive and his (mayoral assistant, nonprofit exec, hospital veep) earning her a six-figure salary. And while she has stepped down (for the time being) from her professional career, their union remains on equal footing. The article highlights an incident where Barack called home to crow his Senate victory and Michelle responded by asking him to run errands on the way home. So why all the hype? Most millennials have yet to experience marriage firsthand, and what they've experienced by proxy hasn't been particularly encouraging: a 50 percent divorce rate, a steep rise in single parenthood, a culture captivated by cheap celebrity hookups. Even America's most visible household hasn't offered much hope, veering from '50s-era subservience (the Reagans) to boomer dysfunction (the Clintons). But now the Obamas—two independent individuals who also appear to be (surprise!) in love—have filled the void. For young people who have rejected the tired "wife in the kitchen" template but resolved not to follow their parents to divorce court, it's a relief to see that the sort of marriage they hope to have—equal and devoted—can actually exist. Of course, reflecting on past generations doesn't mean that their marriage models didn't work or weren't as fullfilling, and many of them reflect the same kind of union as Barack and Michelle's. But there's clearly been disfunction as of late considering the high divorce rate and this is a chemistry young people have never seen in the White House. This doesn't mean that it's always, "happily ever after" either. In a recent People magazine interview, Michelle acknowledges, "we have a strong marriage, but it's not perfect." While perhaps not perfect, the new first couple is quickly becoming the aspirations of domestic equality, stability and bliss. Labels: commentary, government, romance
VDay on the Cheap
 Consulting firm Brand Keys found that Americans will spend an average of 15 percent less this Valentine's Day than they did last year. BIGresearch for the National Retail Federation, found that consumers plan to spend an average of $102.50 on Valentine's Day this year, down from $122.98 last year. This article from MSNBC says this is the first dip in spending in eight years. The article says individuals should expect just a card instead of a gift card. The beauty of this drop is that it will help many couples refocus the importance of the holiday to love, not money or gifts. Do you plan on cutting back? Are you going to visit a cheaper restaurant instead of your usual favorite? If you have any cheap ideas, please share. Labels: date night, holidays, romance, study
VDay on the Cheap
Consulting firm Brand Keys found that Americans will spend an average of 15 percent less this Valentine's Day than they did last year. BIGresearch for the National Retail Federation, found that consumers plan to spend an average of $102.50 on Valentine's Day this year, down from $122.98 last year. This article from MSNBC says this is the first dip in spending in eight years. The article says individuals should expect just a card instead of a gift card. The beauty of this drop is that it will help many couples refocus the importance of the holiday to love, not money or gifts. Do you plan on cutting back? Are you going to visit a cheaper restaurant instead of your usual favorite? If you have any cheap ideas, please share. Labels: date night, holidays, romance, study
VDay on the Cheap
Consulting firm Brand Keys found that Americans will spend an average of 15 percent less this Valentine's Day than they did last year. BIGresearch for the National Retail Federation, found that consumers plan to spend an average of $102.50 on Valentine's Day this year, down from $122.98 last year. This article from MSNBC says this is the first dip in spending in eight years. The article says individuals should expect just a card instead of a gift card. The beauty of this drop is that it will help many couples refocus the importance of the holiday to love, not money or gifts. Do you plan on cutting back? Are you going to visit a cheaper restaurant instead of your usual favorite? If you have any cheap ideas, please share. Labels: date night, holidays, romance, study
Scientific Facts About Love
 With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we thought this article on the science of love was timely and interesting. It's from Happen magazine and it offers 10 "crazy" facts. For example, being in love drops the serotonin levels in the brain, which can lead people to obsess about their lover. Another items suggests that their may be a "right" way to kiss. People are more likely to tilt their heads to the right when kissing instead of left, says a report published recently in the journal Nature. A scientist from Ruhr University in Germany analyzed 124 pairs of smoochers and found that 65 percent go toward the right. Perhaps most interesting is a study from the Twin Research Unit at St. Thomas' Hospital, London. The study says that if one twin exhibits infidelity, the other twin strays 55% of the time. In the general population, the number is 23%. Click here to read the full article. Labels: health, romance, study
Scientific Facts About Love
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we thought this article on the science of love was timely and interesting. It's from Happen magazine and it offers 10 "crazy" facts. For example, being in love drops the serotonin levels in the brain, which can lead people to obsess about their lover. Another items suggests that their may be a "right" way to kiss. People are more likely to tilt their heads to the right when kissing instead of left, says a report published recently in the journal Nature. A scientist from Ruhr University in Germany analyzed 124 pairs of smoochers and found that 65 percent go toward the right. Perhaps most interesting is a study from the Twin Research Unit at St. Thomas' Hospital, London. The study says that if one twin exhibits infidelity, the other twin strays 55% of the time. In the general population, the number is 23%. Click here to read the full article. Labels: health, romance, study
Scientific Facts About Love
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we thought this article on the science of love was timely and interesting. It's from Happen magazine and it offers 10 "crazy" facts. For example, being in love drops the serotonin levels in the brain, which can lead people to obsess about their lover. Another items suggests that their may be a "right" way to kiss. People are more likely to tilt their heads to the right when kissing instead of left, says a report published recently in the journal Nature. A scientist from Ruhr University in Germany analyzed 124 pairs of smoochers and found that 65 percent go toward the right. Perhaps most interesting is a study from the Twin Research Unit at St. Thomas' Hospital, London. The study says that if one twin exhibits infidelity, the other twin strays 55% of the time. In the general population, the number is 23%. Click here to read the full article. Labels: health, romance, study
50 Best Romantic Getaways
 Depending if you were one of the 50,000+ who recently got a pink slip this week, you may or may not want to get away. If you got a nice severance package and want to go someplace romantic, Travel + Leisure magazine offers their 50 best romantic getaways. Some of the locations include, Whidbey Island, Washington; Chassignolles, France; Granada, Spain; and Vico Equense, Italy. So how did these places make their list? Vico Equense, for example, they offer the following description: A crenellated castle, pink-washed clifftop church, and pebbled beach make Vico Equense perhaps the most dramatic—though surprisingly undiscovered—village on the Sorrento Coast. Sounds like a great romantic getaway. Can you remember the most romantic place you and your spouse have ever been? Please share. Labels: resource, romance, travel
50 Best Romantic Getaways
Depending if you were one of the 50,000+ who recently got a pink slip this week, you may or may not want to get away. If you got a nice severance package and want to go someplace romantic, Travel + Leisure magazine offers their 50 best romantic getaways. Some of the locations include, Whidbey Island, Washington; Chassignolles, France; Granada, Spain; and Vico Equense, Italy. So how did these places make their list? Vico Equense, for example, they offer the following description: A crenellated castle, pink-washed clifftop church, and pebbled beach make Vico Equense perhaps the most dramatic—though surprisingly undiscovered—village on the Sorrento Coast. Sounds like a great romantic getaway. Can you remember the most romantic place you and your spouse have ever been? Please share. Labels: resource, romance, travel
50 Best Romantic Getaways
Depending if you were one of the 50,000+ who recently got a pink slip this week, you may or may not want to get away. If you got a nice severance package and want to go someplace romantic, Travel + Leisure magazine offers their 50 best romantic getaways. Some of the locations include, Whidbey Island, Washington; Chassignolles, France; Granada, Spain; and Vico Equense, Italy. So how did these places make their list? Vico Equense, for example, they offer the following description: A crenellated castle, pink-washed clifftop church, and pebbled beach make Vico Equense perhaps the most dramatic—though surprisingly undiscovered—village on the Sorrento Coast. Sounds like a great romantic getaway. Can you remember the most romantic place you and your spouse have ever been? Please share. Labels: resource, romance, travel
Love Story in Just Six Words
 Can you tell your love story in just six words? A new book called Six-Word Memoirs on Love & Heartbreak has famous and non-famous authors do just that. Here are some pulled from the book: - Much married, fourth time is charmed. -Erica Jong - Wonder-filled, and never a dull torment. -Diane Ackerman - It's just a matter of luck. -Ayelet Waldman - He still needs me at sixty-four. -Armistead Maupin It's a clever and fun read. It's also a fun little practice for yourself. Perhaps the best part of this article in USA Today are the comments attached below the article. Here are some of my favorites: - We met, we played, we've stayed! - You smiled, my whole world changed. - He makes me laugh, I make him wonder. I'd love to hear yours. Start a thread on the message board and see how many we can come up with. Labels: book, entertainment, fun, romance
Love Story in Just Six Words
Can you tell your love story in just six words? A new book called Six-Word Memoirs on Love & Heartbreak has famous and non-famous authors do just that. Here are some pulled from the book: - Much married, fourth time is charmed. -Erica Jong - Wonder-filled, and never a dull torment. -Diane Ackerman - It's just a matter of luck. -Ayelet Waldman - He still needs me at sixty-four. -Armistead Maupin It's a clever and fun read. It's also a fun little practice for yourself. Perhaps the best part of this article in USA Today are the comments attached below the article. Here are some of my favorites: - We met, we played, we've stayed! - You smiled, my whole world changed. - He makes me laugh, I make him wonder. I'd love to hear yours. Start a thread on the message board and see how many we can come up with. Labels: book, entertainment, fun, romance
Love Story in Just Six Words
Can you tell your love story in just six words? A new book called Six-Word Memoirs on Love & Heartbreak has famous and non-famous authors do just that. Here are some pulled from the book: - Much married, fourth time is charmed. -Erica Jong - Wonder-filled, and never a dull torment. -Diane Ackerman - It's just a matter of luck. -Ayelet Waldman - He still needs me at sixty-four. -Armistead Maupin It's a clever and fun read. It's also a fun little practice for yourself. Perhaps the best part of this article in USA Today are the comments attached below the article. Here are some of my favorites: - We met, we played, we've stayed! - You smiled, my whole world changed. - He makes me laugh, I make him wonder. I'd love to hear yours. Start a thread on the message board and see how many we can come up with. Labels: book, entertainment, fun, romance
Science: You Can't Fake Romance
 The jokes of older married couples having or showing no romantic connection to one another is tired and boring. Fortunately, there's a new study that proves otherwise. Functional MRIs were taken of 10 married men and women who had been married for an average of 21 years. They were then shown pictures of their spouse and the brain waves reacted, showing a calm and attachment, with a view of their partner as central to their lives, and who they continue to want connection and engagement and maintain a sexual liveliness. It's about time we start looking at our own brain images instead of the trite marriage references we often see in TV, movies and elsewhere. Click here to read the complete article.Labels: real people, romance, study
Science: You Can't Fake Romance
The jokes of older married couples having or showing no romantic connection to one another is tired and boring. Fortunately, there's a new study that proves otherwise. Functional MRIs were taken of 10 married men and women who had been married for an average of 21 years. They were then shown pictures of their spouse and the brain waves reacted, showing a calm and attachment, with a view of their partner as central to their lives, and who they continue to want connection and engagement and maintain a sexual liveliness. It's about time we start looking at our own brain images instead of the trite marriage references we often see in TV, movies and elsewhere. Click here to read the complete article.Labels: real people, romance, study
Science: You Can't Fake Romance
The jokes of older married couples having or showing no romantic connection to one another is tired and boring. Fortunately, there's a new study that proves otherwise. Functional MRIs were taken of 10 married men and women who had been married for an average of 21 years. They were then shown pictures of their spouse and the brain waves reacted, showing a calm and attachment, with a view of their partner as central to their lives, and who they continue to want connection and engagement and maintain a sexual liveliness. It's about time we start looking at our own brain images instead of the trite marriage references we often see in TV, movies and elsewhere. Click here to read the complete article.Labels: real people, romance, study
Dying of a Broken Heart
 Have you ever noticed that when half of a longtime couple passes away, the other partner passes soon after? Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that widows and widowers were at least 30 percent more likely to die of any cause in the first six months following a spouse's death than those who hadn't lost a partner. They followed over 4,000 couples. Many experts in this article from MSNBC say that context matters, meaning older couples with deteriorating health are at higher risk. More amazing is what Rollin McCraty, research director at the Institute of HeartMath in Boulder Creek, Calif., found after he studied six longtime couples' hearts while they slept. While they were sleeping beside each other their heart rhythms fell into sync, rising and falling at the same time. Their EKG printouts looked virtually identical. So imagine sleeping in perfect harmony with your spouse for 50 years and having that ripped away. "Is it possible to die of a broken heart?" asks Dr. Hope Wechkin, the medical director of Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash. "Absolutely." Labels: health, real people, romance, study
Dying of a Broken Heart
Have you ever noticed that when half of a longtime couple passes away, the other partner passes soon after? Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that widows and widowers were at least 30 percent more likely to die of any cause in the first six months following a spouse's death than those who hadn't lost a partner. They followed over 4,000 couples. Many experts in this article from MSNBC say that context matters, meaning older couples with deteriorating health are at higher risk. More amazing is what Rollin McCraty, research director at the Institute of HeartMath in Boulder Creek, Calif., found after he studied six longtime couples' hearts while they slept. While they were sleeping beside each other their heart rhythms fell into sync, rising and falling at the same time. Their EKG printouts looked virtually identical. So imagine sleeping in perfect harmony with your spouse for 50 years and having that ripped away. "Is it possible to die of a broken heart?" asks Dr. Hope Wechkin, the medical director of Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash. "Absolutely." Labels: health, real people, romance, study
Dying of a Broken Heart
Have you ever noticed that when half of a longtime couple passes away, the other partner passes soon after? Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that widows and widowers were at least 30 percent more likely to die of any cause in the first six months following a spouse's death than those who hadn't lost a partner. They followed over 4,000 couples. Many experts in this article from MSNBC say that context matters, meaning older couples with deteriorating health are at higher risk. More amazing is what Rollin McCraty, research director at the Institute of HeartMath in Boulder Creek, Calif., found after he studied six longtime couples' hearts while they slept. While they were sleeping beside each other their heart rhythms fell into sync, rising and falling at the same time. Their EKG printouts looked virtually identical. So imagine sleeping in perfect harmony with your spouse for 50 years and having that ripped away. "Is it possible to die of a broken heart?" asks Dr. Hope Wechkin, the medical director of Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Wash. "Absolutely." Labels: health, real people, romance, study
Secret to Happy Marriage: 4 Hugs a Day
 A study, which this article from the Telegraph doesn't say from where, says four hugs a day is a key to a happy marriage. The study interviewed 4,000 couples and also found many other secrets. Like the four hugs, many are surprisingly specific. For example, seven evenings in together every month with two proper dinner dates. Another is two romantic walks a month and at least one visit to a pub or cinema without the children or other friends. Other highlights from the study are: - Husbands should give their wife flowers or another gift at least once a month - People to spend at least one evening away from their partner a month What's the secret to your happy marriage? Labels: advice, date night, real people, romance, study
Secret to Happy Marriage: 4 Hugs a Day
A study, which this article from the Telegraph doesn't say from where, says four hugs a day is a key to a happy marriage. The study interviewed 4,000 couples and also found many other secrets. Like the four hugs, many are surprisingly specific. For example, seven evenings in together every month with two proper dinner dates. Another is two romantic walks a month and at least one visit to a pub or cinema without the children or other friends. Other highlights from the study are: - Husbands should give their wife flowers or another gift at least once a month - People to spend at least one evening away from their partner a month What's the secret to your happy marriage? Labels: advice, date night, real people, romance, study
Secret to Happy Marriage: 4 Hugs a Day
A study, which this article from the Telegraph doesn't say from where, says four hugs a day is a key to a happy marriage. The study interviewed 4,000 couples and also found many other secrets. Like the four hugs, many are surprisingly specific. For example, seven evenings in together every month with two proper dinner dates. Another is two romantic walks a month and at least one visit to a pub or cinema without the children or other friends. Other highlights from the study are: - Husbands should give their wife flowers or another gift at least once a month - People to spend at least one evening away from their partner a month What's the secret to your happy marriage? Labels: advice, date night, real people, romance, study
New Crop of Romantic Dramas
 If you pay attention to movie previews, you may have noticed their are a bunch of new romantic dramas about to hit the big screen. First up is Nights in Rodanthe starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane being released September 26th. Next up is Australia starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman and being released on November 26th. Finally, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite for the first time since they made history in Titanic for their new movie Revolutionary Road to be released in January. Australia and Revolutionary Road are both period pieces, Australia taking place during World War II and Revolutionary Road in the 1950s. More about these movies can be found here. Of these movies, what are you most excited to see? Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
New Crop of Romantic Dramas
If you pay attention to movie previews, you may have noticed their are a bunch of new romantic dramas about to hit the big screen. First up is Nights in Rodanthe starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane being released September 26th. Next up is Australia starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman and being released on November 26th. Finally, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite for the first time since they made history in Titanic for their new movie Revolutionary Road to be released in January. Australia and Revolutionary Road are both period pieces, Australia taking place during World War II and Revolutionary Road in the 1950s. More about these movies can be found here. Of these movies, what are you most excited to see? Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
New Crop of Romantic Dramas
If you pay attention to movie previews, you may have noticed their are a bunch of new romantic dramas about to hit the big screen. First up is Nights in Rodanthe starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane being released September 26th. Next up is Australia starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman and being released on November 26th. Finally, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite for the first time since they made history in Titanic for their new movie Revolutionary Road to be released in January. Australia and Revolutionary Road are both period pieces, Australia taking place during World War II and Revolutionary Road in the 1950s. More about these movies can be found here. Of these movies, what are you most excited to see? Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
Renew Vows to Save Marriage
 Renewing your vows is a tradition of reminder and putting the spotlight back on your commitment to each other. For some couples that may have lost their ways, renewing your vows may help refocus your marriage and get it back on track. Dawn O. Braithwaite, professor of communication studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has researched couples who opt to renew their vows. She says "I would not advise anyone to do this out of desperation and say, 'I'm going to save my marriage. This is like the icing on the cake." But even if it is a last resort, Susan Heitler, a Denver-based clinical psychologist and author of "The Power of Two" says a renewal of vows can be a fresh start for those who are still very much in love, but who cannot seem to get the hang of married life. This article from ABC News highlights celebrities who are doing it and suggests that if a few of them find success for their rocky marriages, then it could become a more popular trend. Have you ever renewed your vows? Labels: celebrity, commentary, event, romance
Renew Vows to Save Marriage
Renewing your vows is a tradition of reminder and putting the spotlight back on your commitment to each other. For some couples that may have lost their ways, renewing your vows may help refocus your marriage and get it back on track. Dawn O. Braithwaite, professor of communication studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has researched couples who opt to renew their vows. She says "I would not advise anyone to do this out of desperation and say, 'I'm going to save my marriage. This is like the icing on the cake." But even if it is a last resort, Susan Heitler, a Denver-based clinical psychologist and author of "The Power of Two" says a renewal of vows can be a fresh start for those who are still very much in love, but who cannot seem to get the hang of married life. This article from ABC News highlights celebrities who are doing it and suggests that if a few of them find success for their rocky marriages, then it could become a more popular trend. Have you ever renewed your vows? Labels: celebrity, commentary, event, romance
Renew Vows to Save Marriage
Renewing your vows is a tradition of reminder and putting the spotlight back on your commitment to each other. For some couples that may have lost their ways, renewing your vows may help refocus your marriage and get it back on track. Dawn O. Braithwaite, professor of communication studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has researched couples who opt to renew their vows. She says "I would not advise anyone to do this out of desperation and say, 'I'm going to save my marriage. This is like the icing on the cake." But even if it is a last resort, Susan Heitler, a Denver-based clinical psychologist and author of "The Power of Two" says a renewal of vows can be a fresh start for those who are still very much in love, but who cannot seem to get the hang of married life. This article from ABC News highlights celebrities who are doing it and suggests that if a few of them find success for their rocky marriages, then it could become a more popular trend. Have you ever renewed your vows? Labels: celebrity, commentary, event, romance
The Secret to Successful Date Nights
 Arthur Aron, a professor of social psychology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook has conducted many tests, brain scans and other real world experiments to come up with the solution to stale date nights. The secret, he says is to inject novelty into the relationship. For example try a new restaurant or something more unusual or thrilling that takes you out of your usual environment and experiences like an amusement park. Here's the reasoning according to the article in the NY Times: The theory is based on brain science. New experiences activate the brain’s reward system, flooding it with dopamine and norepinephrine. These are the same brain circuits that are ignited in early romantic love, a time of exhilaration and obsessive thoughts about a new partner. (They are also the brain chemicals involved in drug addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder.) The results of Aron's study revealed those who had undertaken the “exciting” date nights showed a significantly greater increase in marital satisfaction than the “pleasant” date night group. (This is an older article from NY Times so you'll have to log in--which is free). Labels: date night, romance, study
The Secret to Successful Date Nights
Arthur Aron, a professor of social psychology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook has conducted many tests, brain scans and other real world experiments to come up with the solution to stale date nights. The secret, he says is to inject novelty into the relationship. For example try a new restaurant or something more unusual or thrilling that takes you out of your usual environment and experiences like an amusement park. Here's the reasoning according to the article in the NY Times: The theory is based on brain science. New experiences activate the brain’s reward system, flooding it with dopamine and norepinephrine. These are the same brain circuits that are ignited in early romantic love, a time of exhilaration and obsessive thoughts about a new partner. (They are also the brain chemicals involved in drug addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder.) The results of Aron's study revealed those who had undertaken the “exciting” date nights showed a significantly greater increase in marital satisfaction than the “pleasant” date night group. (This is an older article from NY Times so you'll have to log in--which is free). Labels: date night, romance, study
The Secret to Successful Date Nights
Arthur Aron, a professor of social psychology at the State University of New York at Stony Brook has conducted many tests, brain scans and other real world experiments to come up with the solution to stale date nights. The secret, he says is to inject novelty into the relationship. For example try a new restaurant or something more unusual or thrilling that takes you out of your usual environment and experiences like an amusement park. Here's the reasoning according to the article in the NY Times: The theory is based on brain science. New experiences activate the brain’s reward system, flooding it with dopamine and norepinephrine. These are the same brain circuits that are ignited in early romantic love, a time of exhilaration and obsessive thoughts about a new partner. (They are also the brain chemicals involved in drug addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder.) The results of Aron's study revealed those who had undertaken the “exciting” date nights showed a significantly greater increase in marital satisfaction than the “pleasant” date night group. (This is an older article from NY Times so you'll have to log in--which is free). Labels: date night, romance, study
Couple Mark 70 Years of Marriage
 British couple Arthur Lewis, 93, and Irene, 88 married on July 30, 1938 and just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. For their 60th and 65th anniversaries they received messages from the Queen. No royal congratulations this time, but they are satisfied with two prior recognitions. So what's the secret to their success? Mr Lewis said they had always managed to settle their disagreements. "We've had differences of opinion over quite a lot of things," he said. "But we never went to bed on an argument. We didn't make a big issue out of things, we've been partners in everything." What's the secret to your marriage success? Labels: advice, real people, romance
Couple Mark 70 Years of Marriage
British couple Arthur Lewis, 93, and Irene, 88 married on July 30, 1938 and just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. For their 60th and 65th anniversaries they received messages from the Queen. No royal congratulations this time, but they are satisfied with two prior recognitions. So what's the secret to their success? Mr Lewis said they had always managed to settle their disagreements. "We've had differences of opinion over quite a lot of things," he said. "But we never went to bed on an argument. We didn't make a big issue out of things, we've been partners in everything." What's the secret to your marriage success? Labels: advice, real people, romance
Couple Mark 70 Years of Marriage
British couple Arthur Lewis, 93, and Irene, 88 married on July 30, 1938 and just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. For their 60th and 65th anniversaries they received messages from the Queen. No royal congratulations this time, but they are satisfied with two prior recognitions. So what's the secret to their success? Mr Lewis said they had always managed to settle their disagreements. "We've had differences of opinion over quite a lot of things," he said. "But we never went to bed on an argument. We didn't make a big issue out of things, we've been partners in everything." What's the secret to your marriage success? Labels: advice, real people, romance
Limited Edition Lingerie
 If you're looking for a little something special to surprise your wife with, a German web retailer Edition12 is releasing limited edition lingerie. Each lingerie collection is sold with only 120 pieces available, while all lingerie is only available for one month and each piece has a unique number assigned to it. The only problem is that being a European company, they run on the Euro, which is kicking the butt of the U.S. dollar. So the $190 euro lingerie will run you roughly $298 U.S. bones. The good news is that they offer free shipping worldwide. Enjoy! Labels: fashion, fun, romance
Limited Edition Lingerie
If you're looking for a little something special to surprise your wife with, a German web retailer Edition12 is releasing limited edition lingerie. Each lingerie collection is sold with only 120 pieces available, while all lingerie is only available for one month and each piece has a unique number assigned to it. The only problem is that being a European company, they run on the Euro, which is kicking the butt of the U.S. dollar. So the $190 euro lingerie will run you roughly $298 U.S. bones. The good news is that they offer free shipping worldwide. Enjoy! Labels: fashion, fun, romance
Limited Edition Lingerie
If you're looking for a little something special to surprise your wife with, a German web retailer Edition12 is releasing limited edition lingerie. Each lingerie collection is sold with only 120 pieces available, while all lingerie is only available for one month and each piece has a unique number assigned to it. The only problem is that being a European company, they run on the Euro, which is kicking the butt of the U.S. dollar. So the $190 euro lingerie will run you roughly $298 U.S. bones. The good news is that they offer free shipping worldwide. Enjoy! Labels: fashion, fun, romance
Perfect Husband Tips
 Best Life magazine author Hugh O'Neill has written an article giving numerous tips on how to be the perfect husband. Do these tips work? Apparently for O'Neill they do, considering he proclaims to be the world's best husband. I actually think it's pretty cool that he makes this claim. Why not be prideful in being a great spouse? Anyway, here are some of his tips: 1. Kill the words "never" and "always." O'Neill explains that they're gas on fire words. 2. Save and focus your "husband" attention at pivotal times throughout the day. For example, when you come home from work and meet up with your spouse, that's a good time to focus your energy on being a good husband. 3. Laugh at your wife's attempts at humor. O'Neill says it's a sign of respect. O'Neill has more tips, but you'll have to click here to read them. Also, what's your best tip for being a good spouse? Click here are start a discussion. Labels: advice, commentary, men, romance
Perfect Husband Tips
Best Life magazine author Hugh O'Neill has written an article giving numerous tips on how to be the perfect husband. Do these tips work? Apparently for O'Neill they do, considering he proclaims to be the world's best husband. I actually think it's pretty cool that he makes this claim. Why not be prideful in being a great spouse? Anyway, here are some of his tips: 1. Kill the words "never" and "always." O'Neill explains that they're gas on fire words. 2. Save and focus your "husband" attention at pivotal times throughout the day. For example, when you come home from work and meet up with your spouse, that's a good time to focus your energy on being a good husband. 3. Laugh at your wife's attempts at humor. O'Neill says it's a sign of respect. O'Neill has more tips, but you'll have to click here to read them. Also, what's your best tip for being a good spouse? Click here are start a discussion. Labels: advice, commentary, men, romance
Perfect Husband Tips
Best Life magazine author Hugh O'Neill has written an article giving numerous tips on how to be the perfect husband. Do these tips work? Apparently for O'Neill they do, considering he proclaims to be the world's best husband. I actually think it's pretty cool that he makes this claim. Why not be prideful in being a great spouse? Anyway, here are some of his tips: 1. Kill the words "never" and "always." O'Neill explains that they're gas on fire words. 2. Save and focus your "husband" attention at pivotal times throughout the day. For example, when you come home from work and meet up with your spouse, that's a good time to focus your energy on being a good husband. 3. Laugh at your wife's attempts at humor. O'Neill says it's a sign of respect. O'Neill has more tips, but you'll have to click here to read them. Also, what's your best tip for being a good spouse? Click here are start a discussion. Labels: advice, commentary, men, romance
Wife and Husband Wrestle for Olympic Gold
 This weekend is the Olympic team trials for U.S. wrestlers. By the end of today, we'll know which women will represent the U.S. in the Olympics in the sport of wrestling. Patricia Miranda has been there before. She is the first American female wrestler to ever win an Olympic medal, a bronze in the 2004 Athens Olympics. Her husband, Levi Weikel-Magden is also a wrestler. The two met at Stanford University when they were both on the wrestling team. He later became her coach and has encouraged her to come out of retirement for one last shot at Olympic gold. This article from the NY Times tells how this husband and wife team got to where they are today, through illness, law school, sweat and sacrifice. It also tells the struggles of mixing their professional life with their home life. One highlight from the article is a story of how Levi brought home some new toothbrushes and then proceeded to try and tell Miranda how to use them. Miranda's reply, “You can’t coach me on how to brush my teeth!” Watch out Levi, she'll take you down. Labels: entertainment, event, romance, women, work
Wife and Husband Wrestle for Olympic Gold
This weekend is the Olympic team trials for U.S. wrestlers. By the end of today, we'll know which women will represent the U.S. in the Olympics in the sport of wrestling. Patricia Miranda has been there before. She is the first American female wrestler to ever win an Olympic medal, a bronze in the 2004 Athens Olympics. Her husband, Levi Weikel-Magden is also a wrestler. The two met at Stanford University when they were both on the wrestling team. He later became her coach and has encouraged her to come out of retirement for one last shot at Olympic gold. This article from the NY Times tells how this husband and wife team got to where they are today, through illness, law school, sweat and sacrifice. It also tells the struggles of mixing their professional life with their home life. One highlight from the article is a story of how Levi brought home some new toothbrushes and then proceeded to try and tell Miranda how to use them. Miranda's reply, “You can’t coach me on how to brush my teeth!” Watch out Levi, she'll take you down. Labels: entertainment, event, romance, women, work
Wife and Husband Wrestle for Olympic Gold
This weekend is the Olympic team trials for U.S. wrestlers. By the end of today, we'll know which women will represent the U.S. in the Olympics in the sport of wrestling. Patricia Miranda has been there before. She is the first American female wrestler to ever win an Olympic medal, a bronze in the 2004 Athens Olympics. Her husband, Levi Weikel-Magden is also a wrestler. The two met at Stanford University when they were both on the wrestling team. He later became her coach and has encouraged her to come out of retirement for one last shot at Olympic gold. This article from the NY Times tells how this husband and wife team got to where they are today, through illness, law school, sweat and sacrifice. It also tells the struggles of mixing their professional life with their home life. One highlight from the article is a story of how Levi brought home some new toothbrushes and then proceeded to try and tell Miranda how to use them. Miranda's reply, “You can’t coach me on how to brush my teeth!” Watch out Levi, she'll take you down. Labels: entertainment, event, romance, women, work
Husband and Wife Soldiers Bunk Together
 In a new change in policy, the U.S. military is now allowing husbands and wives to live and sleep together in a war zone. This rule took change back in May 2006. This article from the AP says that there are more than 10,000 couples in the military, although it doesn't specify if "couple" means married. Not that it matters. The military is attempting to boost morale, as well as improve the divorce rates that continue to offer its own mounting numbers of casualties. This article tells some first person stories and also addresses some of the risks, such as an increase in pregnancy. Labels: news, pregnancy, real people, romance
Husband and Wife Soldiers Bunk Together
In a new change in policy, the U.S. military is now allowing husbands and wives to live and sleep together in a war zone. This rule took change back in May 2006. This article from the AP says that there are more than 10,000 couples in the military, although it doesn't specify if "couple" means married. Not that it matters. The military is attempting to boost morale, as well as improve the divorce rates that continue to offer its own mounting numbers of casualties. This article tells some first person stories and also addresses some of the risks, such as an increase in pregnancy. Labels: news, pregnancy, real people, romance
Husband and Wife Soldiers Bunk Together
In a new change in policy, the U.S. military is now allowing husbands and wives to live and sleep together in a war zone. This rule took change back in May 2006. This article from the AP says that there are more than 10,000 couples in the military, although it doesn't specify if "couple" means married. Not that it matters. The military is attempting to boost morale, as well as improve the divorce rates that continue to offer its own mounting numbers of casualties. This article tells some first person stories and also addresses some of the risks, such as an increase in pregnancy. Labels: news, pregnancy, real people, romance
Valentine's Day Recipes
 Looking to make a special meal for your sweetheart? The good people at FoodTV has an entire section of their website dedicated to Valentine's recipes for two. They've got it broken down into several sections, including Recipes for Romance, Kids Corner, Five Valentine's Cookies from One Simple Dough, Our Romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two, and more. There's also videos you can watch, including The Freaky Deaky Love Potion. Are you making your spouse a special dinner for Valentine's Day? Click here to go to the FoodTV page. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Valentine's Day Recipes
Looking to make a special meal for your sweetheart? The good people at FoodTV has an entire section of their website dedicated to Valentine's recipes for two. They've got it broken down into several sections, including Recipes for Romance, Kids Corner, Five Valentine's Cookies from One Simple Dough, Our Romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two, and more. There's also videos you can watch, including The Freaky Deaky Love Potion. Are you making your spouse a special dinner for Valentine's Day? Click here to go to the FoodTV page. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Valentine's Day Recipes
Looking to make a special meal for your sweetheart? The good people at FoodTV has an entire section of their website dedicated to Valentine's recipes for two. They've got it broken down into several sections, including Recipes for Romance, Kids Corner, Five Valentine's Cookies from One Simple Dough, Our Romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two, and more. There's also videos you can watch, including The Freaky Deaky Love Potion. Are you making your spouse a special dinner for Valentine's Day? Click here to go to the FoodTV page. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Special Podcast for Valentine's Day
 If you're not a regular listener to our podcast, now's the time to start. For the first time, we have a special podcast in the middle of the week. Dr. Trina Read, our Sexpert, was kind enough to give us a few minutes of her time to explain how couples can use Valentine's Day to initiate fun and play into your sex life. The entire podcast is less than 10 minutes and well worth it. Who knows, you might even become a regular listener. Here's looking forward to a Happy Valentine's Day. Click here to go to and listen to the podcast. Labels: advice, holidays, romance, sex
Special Podcast for Valentine's Day
If you're not a regular listener to our podcast, now's the time to start. For the first time, we have a special podcast in the middle of the week. Dr. Trina Read, our Sexpert, was kind enough to give us a few minutes of her time to explain how couples can use Valentine's Day to initiate fun and play into your sex life. The entire podcast is less than 10 minutes and well worth it. Who knows, you might even become a regular listener. Here's looking forward to a Happy Valentine's Day. Click here to go to and listen to the podcast. Labels: advice, holidays, romance, sex
Special Podcast for Valentine's Day
If you're not a regular listener to our podcast, now's the time to start. For the first time, we have a special podcast in the middle of the week. Dr. Trina Read, our Sexpert, was kind enough to give us a few minutes of her time to explain how couples can use Valentine's Day to initiate fun and play into your sex life. The entire podcast is less than 10 minutes and well worth it. Who knows, you might even become a regular listener. Here's looking forward to a Happy Valentine's Day. Click here to go to and listen to the podcast. Labels: advice, holidays, romance, sex
Buying the Best Chocolate for Your Valentine
 Yahoo! Personals has an article about how to buy the best chocolate. The author defines five characteristics to keep an eye on. The first and noted most important is the freshness of the chocolate. To avoid months old chocolate, the author recommends avoiding supermarkets and instead patronizing specialty chocolate shops. Another item of note is to not worry about any diet! Well, unless your spouse is a diabetic, in which case he says there are few low-glycemic index chocolates. Finally, another item to look out for is flavor. Make sure you get a flavor that your spouse likes. What's wrong with pure dark chocolate? Hitched says not a thing. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Buying the Best Chocolate for Your Valentine
Yahoo! Personals has an article about how to buy the best chocolate. The author defines five characteristics to keep an eye on. The first and noted most important is the freshness of the chocolate. To avoid months old chocolate, the author recommends avoiding supermarkets and instead patronizing specialty chocolate shops. Another item of note is to not worry about any diet! Well, unless your spouse is a diabetic, in which case he says there are few low-glycemic index chocolates. Finally, another item to look out for is flavor. Make sure you get a flavor that your spouse likes. What's wrong with pure dark chocolate? Hitched says not a thing. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Buying the Best Chocolate for Your Valentine
Yahoo! Personals has an article about how to buy the best chocolate. The author defines five characteristics to keep an eye on. The first and noted most important is the freshness of the chocolate. To avoid months old chocolate, the author recommends avoiding supermarkets and instead patronizing specialty chocolate shops. Another item of note is to not worry about any diet! Well, unless your spouse is a diabetic, in which case he says there are few low-glycemic index chocolates. Finally, another item to look out for is flavor. Make sure you get a flavor that your spouse likes. What's wrong with pure dark chocolate? Hitched says not a thing. Labels: food, holidays, romance
Confessions Report
 The 2008 Harlequin Romance Report has just been released and this year's focus is on confessions. For the survey, over 2,000 men and women confessed throughout the U.S. and Canada. This report does include some non-married related information, but it's still good information and offers something for the married folks. For example, 42 percent of men and 41 percent of women say their anniversary is the most important date of the year. We thought that was surprising, more men saying the anniversary was more important than women. It must be the other 58 percent of men who forget the anniversary. Another survey result found that 61 percent of men and 50 percent of women agreed that it's okay to lie when your significant other asks, "Do I look fat in this?" The survey also includes non-relationship information within the confession theme. As an example, 16 percent of men and 28 percent of women say they would undergo cosmetic surgery if no one ever found out about it. To read the complete report, click here. Labels: romance, study
Confessions Report
The 2008 Harlequin Romance Report has just been released and this year's focus is on confessions. For the survey, over 2,000 men and women confessed throughout the U.S. and Canada. This report does include some non-married related information, but it's still good information and offers something for the married folks. For example, 42 percent of men and 41 percent of women say their anniversary is the most important date of the year. We thought that was surprising, more men saying the anniversary was more important than women. It must be the other 58 percent of men who forget the anniversary. Another survey result found that 61 percent of men and 50 percent of women agreed that it's okay to lie when your significant other asks, "Do I look fat in this?" The survey also includes non-relationship information within the confession theme. As an example, 16 percent of men and 28 percent of women say they would undergo cosmetic surgery if no one ever found out about it. To read the complete report, click here. Labels: romance, study
Confessions Report
The 2008 Harlequin Romance Report has just been released and this year's focus is on confessions. For the survey, over 2,000 men and women confessed throughout the U.S. and Canada. This report does include some non-married related information, but it's still good information and offers something for the married folks. For example, 42 percent of men and 41 percent of women say their anniversary is the most important date of the year. We thought that was surprising, more men saying the anniversary was more important than women. It must be the other 58 percent of men who forget the anniversary. Another survey result found that 61 percent of men and 50 percent of women agreed that it's okay to lie when your significant other asks, "Do I look fat in this?" The survey also includes non-relationship information within the confession theme. As an example, 16 percent of men and 28 percent of women say they would undergo cosmetic surgery if no one ever found out about it. To read the complete report, click here. Labels: romance, study
Real Love Letters
 If you're looking to write your spouse a lover letter and you're looking for inspiration be sure to check out "Other People's Love Letters: 150 Letters You Were Never Meant to See" by Bill Shapiro. The book offers reprints of real love letters (as the title indicates); some of the letters are sweet, others intimate and some offer a look at the ugly and make you glad you're in a happy and stable relationship. To make the letters even more engaging, they're scanned from images of letters on everything from napkins to barf bags. You can find the book here.Labels: book, real people, romance
Real Love Letters
If you're looking to write your spouse a lover letter and you're looking for inspiration be sure to check out "Other People's Love Letters: 150 Letters You Were Never Meant to See" by Bill Shapiro. The book offers reprints of real love letters (as the title indicates); some of the letters are sweet, others intimate and some offer a look at the ugly and make you glad you're in a happy and stable relationship. To make the letters even more engaging, they're scanned from images of letters on everything from napkins to barf bags. You can find the book here.Labels: book, real people, romance
Real Love Letters
If you're looking to write your spouse a lover letter and you're looking for inspiration be sure to check out "Other People's Love Letters: 150 Letters You Were Never Meant to See" by Bill Shapiro. The book offers reprints of real love letters (as the title indicates); some of the letters are sweet, others intimate and some offer a look at the ugly and make you glad you're in a happy and stable relationship. To make the letters even more engaging, they're scanned from images of letters on everything from napkins to barf bags. You can find the book here.Labels: book, real people, romance
Spider-Man and Mary Jane Call it Quits
 Regular readers of Marvel Comics' famed Spider-Man comic book are up in arms, according to USA Today, over the roughly 21 year marriage between Spider-Man and Mary Jane ending. We don't usually cover divorce, but of course, this story has a twist. In order to save Mary Jane's life, Spider-Man made a deal with the devil-like character, Mephisto, to save her life. In return, however, Mephisto would erase all memory of their marriage together. That's right, all memories of their marriage--gone! That got us thinking, would you erase the memories of your marriage in order to save your spouse? Or would you let nature take its course. Click here to read the whole article from USA Today. Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
Spider-Man and Mary Jane Call it Quits
Regular readers of Marvel Comics' famed Spider-Man comic book are up in arms, according to USA Today, over the roughly 21 year marriage between Spider-Man and Mary Jane ending. We don't usually cover divorce, but of course, this story has a twist. In order to save Mary Jane's life, Spider-Man made a deal with the devil-like character, Mephisto, to save her life. In return, however, Mephisto would erase all memory of their marriage together. That's right, all memories of their marriage--gone! That got us thinking, would you erase the memories of your marriage in order to save your spouse? Or would you let nature take its course. Click here to read the whole article from USA Today. Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
Spider-Man and Mary Jane Call it Quits
Regular readers of Marvel Comics' famed Spider-Man comic book are up in arms, according to USA Today, over the roughly 21 year marriage between Spider-Man and Mary Jane ending. We don't usually cover divorce, but of course, this story has a twist. In order to save Mary Jane's life, Spider-Man made a deal with the devil-like character, Mephisto, to save her life. In return, however, Mephisto would erase all memory of their marriage together. That's right, all memories of their marriage--gone! That got us thinking, would you erase the memories of your marriage in order to save your spouse? Or would you let nature take its course. Click here to read the whole article from USA Today. Labels: celebrity, entertainment, romance
A Lotta Love Letters
 Patricia, 60, and Alton Hassell, 62, have been married for nearly 40 years. For the last 28 years, they've been writing each other love letters--every day! They met at Baylor and married before their senior year in 1968, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald. They would write love letters off and on to each other until 1980, when Alton decided they should up the ante and commit to a daily practice of it. Patricia was eight months pregnant and already looking after their 2-year-old thought that kind of commitment was perhaps a bit too much. The notebooks that they've written their letters in now weight more than 100 pounds. That's a lotta love. Every night before bed, they write their letters, exchange them, then discuss them. They say it's helped them keep the lines of communication open, through the good times and not so good. When was the last time you wrote your spouse a love letter? Labels: real people, romance
A Lotta Love Letters
Patricia, 60, and Alton Hassell, 62, have been married for nearly 40 years. For the last 28 years, they've been writing each other love letters--every day! They met at Baylor and married before their senior year in 1968, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald. They would write love letters off and on to each other until 1980, when Alton decided they should up the ante and commit to a daily practice of it. Patricia was eight months pregnant and already looking after their 2-year-old thought that kind of commitment was perhaps a bit too much. The notebooks that they've written their letters in now weight more than 100 pounds. That's a lotta love. Every night before bed, they write their letters, exchange them, then discuss them. They say it's helped them keep the lines of communication open, through the good times and not so good. When was the last time you wrote your spouse a love letter? Labels: real people, romance
A Lotta Love Letters
Patricia, 60, and Alton Hassell, 62, have been married for nearly 40 years. For the last 28 years, they've been writing each other love letters--every day! They met at Baylor and married before their senior year in 1968, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald. They would write love letters off and on to each other until 1980, when Alton decided they should up the ante and commit to a daily practice of it. Patricia was eight months pregnant and already looking after their 2-year-old thought that kind of commitment was perhaps a bit too much. The notebooks that they've written their letters in now weight more than 100 pounds. That's a lotta love. Every night before bed, they write their letters, exchange them, then discuss them. They say it's helped them keep the lines of communication open, through the good times and not so good. When was the last time you wrote your spouse a love letter? Labels: real people, romance
The World Believes In Marriage
 A survey by ACNielsen, which got responses from over 25,000 consumers who were polled online in 46 countries last December revealed their views on love, romance and marriage. "Seventy percent of people surveyed say that marriage is for life (with American consumers topping the list at 78 percent) and three out of five (60 percent) saying that marriage is one of their lifetime goals," said Patrick Dodd, President, ACNielsen, Europe. Another surprising result is that in the U.S., more men than women believed that marriage is for life and relevant in today's society. The study goes on to give highlighted results from various countries, some surprising, some not. To view all the highlights, click here.Labels: romance, study
The World Believes In Marriage
A survey by ACNielsen, which got responses from over 25,000 consumers who were polled online in 46 countries last December revealed their views on love, romance and marriage. "Seventy percent of people surveyed say that marriage is for life (with American consumers topping the list at 78 percent) and three out of five (60 percent) saying that marriage is one of their lifetime goals," said Patrick Dodd, President, ACNielsen, Europe. Another surprising result is that in the U.S., more men than women believed that marriage is for life and relevant in today's society. The study goes on to give highlighted results from various countries, some surprising, some not. To view all the highlights, click here.Labels: romance, study
The World Believes In Marriage
A survey by ACNielsen, which got responses from over 25,000 consumers who were polled online in 46 countries last December revealed their views on love, romance and marriage. "Seventy percent of people surveyed say that marriage is for life (with American consumers topping the list at 78 percent) and three out of five (60 percent) saying that marriage is one of their lifetime goals," said Patrick Dodd, President, ACNielsen, Europe. Another surprising result is that in the U.S., more men than women believed that marriage is for life and relevant in today's society. The study goes on to give highlighted results from various countries, some surprising, some not. To view all the highlights, click here.Labels: romance, study
The Meaning of Flowers
 Whether we're celebrating an anniversary or trying to make up, we give flowers to show that we care. But are the flowers you bring home really saying that you care? About.com breaks down an impressive list of flowers and what they mean. Here are just a few examples: ALSTROMERIA: Wealth, prosperity, fortune. ARBUTUS: Thee only do I love. CARNATION: Fascination, distinction, divine love, woman, yes. Also the birthflower for January. CHRYSANTHEMUM, WHITE: Truth, loyal love. GLOXINA: Love at first sight. HIBISCUS: Delicate beauty. HYACINTH, RED OR PINK: Play. JASMINE, SPANISH: Sensuality. PRIMROSE: I can't live without you. ROSE, BURGUNDY: Beauty within. SALAL: Zest. ZINNIA, WHITE: Goodness. Read the full list here.Labels: entertainment, romance
The Meaning of Flowers
Whether we're celebrating an anniversary or trying to make up, we give flowers to show that we care. But are the flowers you bring home really saying that you care? About.com breaks down an impressive list of flowers and what they mean. Here are just a few examples: ALSTROMERIA: Wealth, prosperity, fortune. ARBUTUS: Thee only do I love. CARNATION: Fascination, distinction, divine love, woman, yes. Also the birthflower for January. CHRYSANTHEMUM, WHITE: Truth, loyal love. GLOXINA: Love at first sight. HIBISCUS: Delicate beauty. HYACINTH, RED OR PINK: Play. JASMINE, SPANISH: Sensuality. PRIMROSE: I can't live without you. ROSE, BURGUNDY: Beauty within. SALAL: Zest. ZINNIA, WHITE: Goodness. Read the full list here.Labels: entertainment, romance
The Meaning of Flowers
Whether we're celebrating an anniversary or trying to make up, we give flowers to show that we care. But are the flowers you bring home really saying that you care? About.com breaks down an impressive list of flowers and what they mean. Here are just a few examples: ALSTROMERIA: Wealth, prosperity, fortune. ARBUTUS: Thee only do I love. CARNATION: Fascination, distinction, divine love, woman, yes. Also the birthflower for January. CHRYSANTHEMUM, WHITE: Truth, loyal love. GLOXINA: Love at first sight. HIBISCUS: Delicate beauty. HYACINTH, RED OR PINK: Play. JASMINE, SPANISH: Sensuality. PRIMROSE: I can't live without you. ROSE, BURGUNDY: Beauty within. SALAL: Zest. ZINNIA, WHITE: Goodness. Read the full list here.Labels: entertainment, romance
Message In a Bottle
 On August 18 of this year, Melody Kloska and Matt Behrs were married on a Lake Michigan beach. To seal their vows, they wrote them, stuck them in a bottle and tossed the bottle into Lake Michigan. A few weeks later, the bottle was discovered on the other side of the lake sticking out of the sand. Lynnette Dubendorf of Mears, Mich. found the bottle while picking up litter off the beach. She opened it, read the vows and realized an amazing coincidence. Her and her husband Fred, were also married on a beach at Lake Michigan and on the exact same day 28 years prior. Lynnette first thought about ignoring the letter, afraid others would toss items into the late and pollute it, but then decided the newly married couple would like to know. Read the full article on Yahoo! here.Labels: news, real people, romance
Message In a Bottle
On August 18 of this year, Melody Kloska and Matt Behrs were married on a Lake Michigan beach. To seal their vows, they wrote them, stuck them in a bottle and tossed the bottle into Lake Michigan. A few weeks later, the bottle was discovered on the other side of the lake sticking out of the sand. Lynnette Dubendorf of Mears, Mich. found the bottle while picking up litter off the beach. She opened it, read the vows and realized an amazing coincidence. Her and her husband Fred, were also married on a beach at Lake Michigan and on the exact same day 28 years prior. Lynnette first thought about ignoring the letter, afraid others would toss items into the late and pollute it, but then decided the newly married couple would like to know. Read the full article on Yahoo! here.Labels: news, real people, romance
Message In a Bottle
On August 18 of this year, Melody Kloska and Matt Behrs were married on a Lake Michigan beach. To seal their vows, they wrote them, stuck them in a bottle and tossed the bottle into Lake Michigan. A few weeks later, the bottle was discovered on the other side of the lake sticking out of the sand. Lynnette Dubendorf of Mears, Mich. found the bottle while picking up litter off the beach. She opened it, read the vows and realized an amazing coincidence. Her and her husband Fred, were also married on a beach at Lake Michigan and on the exact same day 28 years prior. Lynnette first thought about ignoring the letter, afraid others would toss items into the late and pollute it, but then decided the newly married couple would like to know. Read the full article on Yahoo! here.Labels: news, real people, romance
111 Across: "Will You Marry Me?"
 Aric Egmont of Cambridge, Massachusetts had plotted for months. And it happened. A long time fan of the Boston Globe Sunday magazine crossword puzzle, Egmont contacted the writers and asked if they would grant him a special request; to allow one of the answers to read "Will You Marry Me?" His girlfriend Jennie Bass, also a fan of the crossword, sat down with Egmont on that Sunday and began to fill in the answers. When she came to 111 Across she was presented with the clue "Generic Proposal." Luckily for Egmont, his girlfriend is good and filled the question mark inside his head with a "YES." Congratulations! For more click here. Labels: entertainment, news, real people, romance
111 Across: "Will You Marry Me?"
Aric Egmont of Cambridge, Massachusetts had plotted for months. And it happened. A long time fan of the Boston Globe Sunday magazine crossword puzzle, Egmont contacted the writers and asked if they would grant him a special request; to allow one of the answers to read "Will You Marry Me?" His girlfriend Jennie Bass, also a fan of the crossword, sat down with Egmont on that Sunday and began to fill in the answers. When she came to 111 Across she was presented with the clue "Generic Proposal." Luckily for Egmont, his girlfriend is good and filled the question mark inside his head with a "YES." Congratulations! For more click here. Labels: entertainment, news, real people, romance
111 Across: "Will You Marry Me?"
Aric Egmont of Cambridge, Massachusetts had plotted for months. And it happened. A long time fan of the Boston Globe Sunday magazine crossword puzzle, Egmont contacted the writers and asked if they would grant him a special request; to allow one of the answers to read "Will You Marry Me?" His girlfriend Jennie Bass, also a fan of the crossword, sat down with Egmont on that Sunday and began to fill in the answers. When she came to 111 Across she was presented with the clue "Generic Proposal." Luckily for Egmont, his girlfriend is good and filled the question mark inside his head with a "YES." Congratulations! For more click here. Labels: entertainment, news, real people, romance
Russians Offer Car for Baby
 That's right, if you're a citizen of Russia and you're looking for a new set of wheels, close your curtains and take part in a Day in Conception on Sept. 12. Ulyanovsk Gov. Sergei Morozov wants Russians to procreate--even allowing them to take off work. To do so, the government is offering incentives, like cars, refrigerators and money and other prizes for couples who deliver 9 months later on June 12, Russia's national day. So why the incentives? Since the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, the population has also fallen. Russia is the largest country in the world, yet by 2050, it's projected that they may have fewer than 100 million citizens. Signing off: From Russia With Love. Labels: holidays, kids, news, real people, romance, sex
Russians Offer Car for Baby
That's right, if you're a citizen of Russia and you're looking for a new set of wheels, close your curtains and take part in a Day in Conception on Sept. 12. Ulyanovsk Gov. Sergei Morozov wants Russians to procreate--even allowing them to take off work. To do so, the government is offering incentives, like cars, refrigerators and money and other prizes for couples who deliver 9 months later on June 12, Russia's national day. So why the incentives? Since the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, the population has also fallen. Russia is the largest country in the world, yet by 2050, it's projected that they may have fewer than 100 million citizens. Signing off: From Russia With Love. Labels: holidays, kids, news, real people, romance, sex
Russians Offer Car for Baby
That's right, if you're a citizen of Russia and you're looking for a new set of wheels, close your curtains and take part in a Day in Conception on Sept. 12. Ulyanovsk Gov. Sergei Morozov wants Russians to procreate--even allowing them to take off work. To do so, the government is offering incentives, like cars, refrigerators and money and other prizes for couples who deliver 9 months later on June 12, Russia's national day. So why the incentives? Since the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, the population has also fallen. Russia is the largest country in the world, yet by 2050, it's projected that they may have fewer than 100 million citizens. Signing off: From Russia With Love. Labels: holidays, kids, news, real people, romance, sex
Best Marriage Advice Received
 So you're probably expecting a pearl of wisdom from the hitched team (and we can't blame you), but over at About.com, they've put together some reader comments of the best marriage advice they've ever received. Some of the comments are lame cliches and old jokes, but here are some of the better nuggets: "Don't fight over money because there is never enough to go around anyway." "My dad told me to always communicate with each other. I think I have been more honest with my husband than anyone else in my life." "My dad told me 'try to outdo each other in kindness.'" What's the best marriage advice you've ever received? Post it on our message board. Labels: advice, romance
Best Marriage Advice Received
So you're probably expecting a pearl of wisdom from the hitched team (and we can't blame you), but over at About.com, they've put together some reader comments of the best marriage advice they've ever received. Some of the comments are lame cliches and old jokes, but here are some of the better nuggets: "Don't fight over money because there is never enough to go around anyway." "My dad told me to always communicate with each other. I think I have been more honest with my husband than anyone else in my life." "My dad told me 'try to outdo each other in kindness.'" What's the best marriage advice you've ever received? Post it on our message board. Labels: advice, romance
Best Marriage Advice Received
So you're probably expecting a pearl of wisdom from the hitched team (and we can't blame you), but over at About.com, they've put together some reader comments of the best marriage advice they've ever received. Some of the comments are lame cliches and old jokes, but here are some of the better nuggets: "Don't fight over money because there is never enough to go around anyway." "My dad told me to always communicate with each other. I think I have been more honest with my husband than anyone else in my life." "My dad told me 'try to outdo each other in kindness.'" What's the best marriage advice you've ever received? Post it on our message board. Labels: advice, romance
Interracial Marriage Pioneers
 Forty years ago Tuesday, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mildred Jeter (a black woman) and Richard Loving (a white man), overturning laws prohibiting interracial unions. Mildred, who took Richard's last name after they got married spoke with the Associated Press about this historic event. The Lovings were living in segregated Virginia when they got married and quickly found themselves in jail. When all was said and done, they had created the foundation for the changing face of America. It's scary to think that just a few decades ago, interracial couples went to jail for their love. We should be thankful for the courage the Lovings have shown. Click here to read the full article.Labels: celebrity, holidays, news, romance
Interracial Marriage Pioneers
Forty years ago Tuesday, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mildred Jeter (a black woman) and Richard Loving (a white man), overturning laws prohibiting interracial unions. Mildred, who took Richard's last name after they got married spoke with the Associated Press about this historic event. The Lovings were living in segregated Virginia when they got married and quickly found themselves in jail. When all was said and done, they had created the foundation for the changing face of America. It's scary to think that just a few decades ago, interracial couples went to jail for their love. We should be thankful for the courage the Lovings have shown. Click here to read the full article.Labels: celebrity, holidays, news, romance
Interracial Marriage Pioneers
Forty years ago Tuesday, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mildred Jeter (a black woman) and Richard Loving (a white man), overturning laws prohibiting interracial unions. Mildred, who took Richard's last name after they got married spoke with the Associated Press about this historic event. The Lovings were living in segregated Virginia when they got married and quickly found themselves in jail. When all was said and done, they had created the foundation for the changing face of America. It's scary to think that just a few decades ago, interracial couples went to jail for their love. We should be thankful for the courage the Lovings have shown. Click here to read the full article.Labels: celebrity, holidays, news, romance
Invest In Your Wife
 If you were worth billions of dollars, would you give your wife a couple million to help her start a business? Sergey Brin, a co-founder of Google has married Anne Wojcicki and according to SEC filings invested $3.9 million in her business 23andMe. 23andMe's website says by encouraging individuals to learn about their own genetic information, the company will create a common, standardized resource that has the potential to accelerate drug discovery and bring personalized medicine to the public. Sounds like a worthwile cause for the new, ultimate power couple! Click here to read the article in NY Times. Labels: money, news, resource, romance
Invest In Your Wife
If you were worth billions of dollars, would you give your wife a couple million to help her start a business? Sergey Brin, a co-founder of Google has married Anne Wojcicki and according to SEC filings invested $3.9 million in her business 23andMe. 23andMe's website says by encouraging individuals to learn about their own genetic information, the company will create a common, standardized resource that has the potential to accelerate drug discovery and bring personalized medicine to the public. Sounds like a worthwile cause for the new, ultimate power couple! Click here to read the article in NY Times. Labels: money, news, resource, romance
Invest In Your Wife
If you were worth billions of dollars, would you give your wife a couple million to help her start a business? Sergey Brin, a co-founder of Google has married Anne Wojcicki and according to SEC filings invested $3.9 million in her business 23andMe. 23andMe's website says by encouraging individuals to learn about their own genetic information, the company will create a common, standardized resource that has the potential to accelerate drug discovery and bring personalized medicine to the public. Sounds like a worthwile cause for the new, ultimate power couple! Click here to read the article in NY Times. Labels: money, news, resource, romance
Some Date Night Ideas
 Yahoo! Personals has 27 date ideas. They seperate them into categories for "artistic types", "charity givers", "sports lovers", "travel buffs" and more. Some of the date ideas include: attending an art show, watch a minor league game, racecar driving school and more. Do you have unique dating ideas that you'd like to share with the other readers? Go to our message board and start the conversation. Get the full list hereLabels: entertainment, romance
Some Date Night Ideas
Yahoo! Personals has 27 date ideas. They seperate them into categories for "artistic types", "charity givers", "sports lovers", "travel buffs" and more. Some of the date ideas include: attending an art show, watch a minor league game, racecar driving school and more. Do you have unique dating ideas that you'd like to share with the other readers? Go to our message board and start the conversation. Get the full list hereLabels: entertainment, romance
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