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Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness How to date your spouse: 2 of 39
Regardless of how passionate you may have been as a newlywed, all relationships inevitably fall into a rut at some point. It may last for a few weeks, a few months or even a few years, but during that time you begin longing for the romance and fun of your dating years.Think you'll never be able to relive that? Think again. Da... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays First birthday party ideas: 2 of 21
For the first couple of years, nearly every achievement becomes a milestone. Your baby is learning so much and developing into a little individual. And you, as a good parent, are there to celebrate each new accomplishment. Lists of firsts are documented, pictures are snapped, video cameras roll out the footage to bring smiles... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women Ideal gifts between $0 and $20 for women: 2 of 11
It doesn't take hours pondering gift ideas and anxious moments awaiting her verdict to determine the perfect gift. In fact, it's much simpler than the average man may think. First, stop overanalyzing. Every woman is different, yes. But you know this woman intimately. You've spent hours communicating with her, listening to her... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: How my husband makes me happy: 6 of 19
I was told on my wedding day that once I returned from my honeymoon, I would stop believing in "happily ever after". That reality and responsibility would seep it's way into my marriage and that gratifying pleasure just from being near each other would eventually fade.Yet after nearly eight years, that hasn't come to pass. Se... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Intimacy Sensual gift ideas for your spouse: 1 of 3
Once in a while it's nice to spice up your love life with a sensual surprise. The pursuit of such a gift is as much a thrill as receiving one, and the memories it creates are long lasting.There are several things to keep in mind when purchasing such a present. First of all is your lover's interests. By this point you should k... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life What should a husband do to make his wife happy?: 45 of 99
Living happily ever after isn't as easy as the classic storybook ending foretells. It takes dedication, love and ultimately a lot of work from both partners to make it last. Not to mention that navigating a woman's emotions and desires can at times seem more complicated than solving a calculus equation.But whether your wife p... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to host a Caribbean theme party: 3 of 6
A Caribbean themed party is quintessential to every summer. To make yours memorable, attention to detail is key.First, pick your location, date and time. Having a pool nearby is desirable to better set the scene. If you do not have one in your back yard, consider relocating the event to a community clubhouse, private beach or... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to host an elegant tea party: 3 of 6
While an afternoon tea used to be a stylish parade of social graces, this elegant pastime has slipped quietly into the folds of time as our increasingly busy world cultivates around us. Though it is no longer commonplace, it does take it's place amidst the time honored traditions resurrected from time to time for the enjoymen... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Giving (Other) Tips for ordering flowers successfully: 2 of 4
There was a time in history when ordering flowers was a form of art. An expression as articulate as words themselves where color, type, and even the number ordered played a vital role in what was said. You walked down to your street corner florist where their knowledge on the subject was abundant and their eagerness to partic... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Care How to enjoy bathtime: 2 of 3
The perfect bath has been long sought after to finish a hard day at work or cap off a stressful week. But what constitutes such a thing is based more on the individual's experience and the atmosphere being sought after than a recipe to be followed for perfection.Mine came one Valentine's Day, amidst a myriad of little surpris... More..