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Funny, Funny, Funny, What Money Can Do
There is an old Dean Martin song describing the love-hate relationship people have with money. While it’s “Funny What Money Can Do,” it’s certainly not humorous when it comes to the effect it can have on marriage. We have addressed in previous articles how couples and families go through periods…
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Mommy Holiday Stress
Kathy, I feel guilty and confused. We have always alternated holidays, but it’s getting to the point that I’m starting to dread the packing of the presents, side dishes, and the kids’ toys and diapers. I hate the mall. Sometimes I wonder what it would be like to start our…
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Filling Up The Nest: Life and Sex After Pregnancy for Dad
Thomas expressed his fears, confusion and frustration in being a parent: Kathy, having the baby has brought so much change to our lives. How do I know I’ll be a good dad? We never used to argue very much and now I find we get into power struggles about…
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Empty Nest: Ambivalent Emotions When Kids Leave Home
Penny (not her real name) was a vibrant mother of four. She expressed confusion, selfishness, anxiety and shame regarding her mixed emotions when her daughter left home. Kathy, we took our daughter to school last month and I’ve found myself getting more depressed ever since. It’s confusing though because I’m…
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