A person never knows where he or she will find romance. It may be at school, at the grocery store, at a restaurant or bar, at a ball game, or even at work. Although it's wonderful to feel the rush provided by a new romantic interest, being in a relationship on the job can lead to several tricky situations. My advice - even though you may be interested in a special someone at work, do not act on impulse. Before you put on your best heels and spritz those
Does He Really Love You?
by Lori Sciame March 14th, 2025 | RelationshipsFlip through the pages of any woman's magazine, or peruse the relationship sites on the Internet, and you'll find dozens of essays on the topic of love. More specifically, many writers discuss in great detail what serves as proof that a man loves a woman. Some of the things discussed as signs of a man's love include:
- introducing a woman to his friends and family
- making room for her clothing in his closet
- inviting her to work events.
Three Friends to Cherish
by Lori Sciame February 28th, 2025 | RelationshipsBecause humans are social, we realize our full potential when we connect with others. It doesn't matter if a person is an introvert or an extrovert, relationships must given top priority - even if the actual number of relationships varies greatly from one personality type to the next.
As an introvert myself, I have fewer connections than many people I know, but these connections offer me everything I need to deal with the task of living (and loving) life. Read on to learn more
The Relief of Letting Go
by Lori Sciame January 3rd, 2025 | RelationshipsOver the past few months I've realized something - letting go of a dream unfulfilled can be a huge relief. My elusive dream involved my sister-in-law. Even after knowing each other for almost ten years, we never became close. Why, I wondered, couldn't we be picture perfect confidants, those who share coffee, share stories, and ultimately, share lives? What made being friends so difficult?
And then it dawned on me. I realized that just because my brother loves her, doesn't mean that becoming "sisters" would work for us. In
Is Forgiveness Possible?
by Lori Sciame November 15th, 2024 | RelationshipsDuring our lifetimes, we all experience great joy as well as deep sorrow. Sometimes, the sorrow can be caused when another either intentionally or unintentionally hurts our feelings. This happens not only between spouses, but between parents and children, and between siblings as well. Old hurts, even from years earlier, can cause one's stomach to churn and bubble when revisited in a memory. Sometimes, relationships may be broken seemingly beyond repair, but maybe forgiveness will salvage the bond.
Recently I lost my mother to cancer. Not only was