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Sweet Words of Thanks to Your Love: Heartfelt Messages You Can Make Your Own
When you want to say sweet words of thanks to your love, sometimes your heart knows exactly what you feel but your mouth can’t quite find the right sentence. I get it. Gratitude is powerful, personal, and honestly… awkward to put into words. But those small, sincere thank‑yous are relationship‑shaping gold. Here’s how they work in real life — and a few heartfelt examples you can borrow and make completely your own. When you share sweet words of thanks to your love, something shifts in the relationship — and the research proves it. Why Sweet Words of Thanks Matter in Love Sara Algoe, an associate professor of social psychology at…
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Tips for Marriage Preparation You Must Know
Most people want to get married and at some point, they decide that they’ll commit. But, as a thirty-seven year happily married woman who has counseled unhappy couples, here’s what I’ve learned. When it comes to marriage and life, commitment is great. But preparation is where it’s at. I want you to be happy, too. So, I’m passing along what I know about how to prepare for marriage. Racing taught me this lesson early. My husband, Bobby Martin, and I formed a professional Top Alcohol Funny Car drag racing operation in 1991, culminating in an NHRA US Nationals Championship, a Division 3 Season Championship, and a national Top 10 ranking.…
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Scratch That
I sometimes have a foggy memory. Sometimes I can’t always remember the details, the dates, or the story. This story, though, I remember. I remember everything. I remember because it’s when I knew that I was my husband, Bobby’s, priority. Bobby, is a Car Guy. How do I know? Well, let’s see. 1. He forms instant, unspoken friendships with anyone driving the same make and model. Two matching cars pass on the highway and suddenly he’s waving like they’ve shared Christmases together. 2. He knows every gas station within fifty miles that sells top‑tier fuel. And yes, he has opinions about them. Strong ones. 3. For him, a car isn’t…
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The Artist Formerly Known As Prince Charming
This one’s for every woman who’s still waiting for her Prince Charming to show up. Maybe he just got lost and is too stubborn to ask for directions. Or maybe he doesn’t exist. But I can tell you who does exist—and believe me, he stands head and shoulders above His Highness. The Myth of Prince Charming When we’re young, we’re sold the idea of finding Prince Charming. He’s handsome, perfectly mannered, and probably rich. Then some of us get older and trade that dream for The Bad Boy. He’s mysterious, edgy, and thrilling—until we “fix” him and turn him into husband material. Spoiler alert: He doesn’t exist either. Who Does…
