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COUPLE'S NET
Couples: Sex and Connection (Chicken or Egg?)I usually stay away from gender generalization because people are unique; additionally, gender-based comments are not useful to men or women. But in the case of...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Sep. 21, 2018Last comment by the_punnisher, on Sep 27, 2018 at 2:38 am | 2 comments | 8806 Views
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Couples: Three Categories of SexIn his book Passionate Marriage, David Schnarch describes the research of Donald Mosher regarding three categories -- or styles -- of sex (pg. 244-260). I find these...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Sep. 7, 2018Last comment by the_punnisher, on Sep 10, 2018 at 5:34 pm | 2 comments | 11865 Views
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Couples: My New Best Friend; Giving and ReceivingHere's my new best friend, Bixby. 
Hey readers, I've been busy the last couple of weeks. My husband had a concert in San Anselmo (he's a tenor in a...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Aug. 23, 2018There are no comments yet. 8522 Views
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Couples: Drop Your Keyboard!Talking with your partner and being understood may be challenging enough without adding in the complexities of technology. Body language accounts for 70% or more...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Aug. 10, 2018Last comment by Native to the BAY, on Aug 16, 2018 at 12:53 pm | 1 comment | 15507 Views
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Couples: Wanting, Yet Missing One AnotherA while back while I was waiting at the traffic signal by my office I saw a woman at the crosswalk. She wanted to cross Middlefield, a busy street. She turned away...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Aug. 16, 2018There are no comments yet. 7887 Views
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Couples: Tantric Sex and MenopauseTantric Sex and Menopause: Practices for Spiritual and Sexual Renewal By Diana Richardson and Janet McGeever I recently read Tantric Sex and Menopause...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Aug. 3, 2018Last comment by gualterio, on Aug 5, 2018 at 5:52 am | 1 comment | 11043 Views
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Couples: Emotional AffairsWhat's the difference between an emotional affair and a physical affair? How do you know when you're having an emotional affair? Are they both affairs? What...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jul. 5, 2018Last comment by Chandrama Anderson, on Jul 21, 2018 at 7:49 am | 2 comments | 9897 Views
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Couples: "A successful marriage is an edifice that must be rebuilt every day."- Andre Maurois I’m not sure that a marriage needs to be rebuilt every day, but it does need to be built every day. Are you thinking, “I don’t...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jun. 8, 2018Last comment by MaceyConrad, on Jun 28, 2018 at 4:19 pm | 8 comments | 9615 Views
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Couples: “True love is a decision between the head and the heart . . .. . . Not just one or the other.” - Ines Johns I saw this in a novel I’m reading. I like it because we don’t live in the world completely...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jun. 13, 2018Last comment by the_punnisher, on Jun 18, 2018 at 6:55 pm | 1 comment | 9167 Views
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Couples: Say Nice Things Behind Your Partner’s BackSaying nice things about your beloved behind his/her back is another way of putting positive energy into your relationship. You can even tell her you did so, and...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jun. 1, 2018Last comment by JLN, on Jun 7, 2018 at 1:02 pm | 2 comments | 8826 Views
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Couples: 1st Date --> Marriage or Not Date at AllI met a wonderful couple with a young baby this week. She told me that on their first date she told him that this was either leading to marriage or it wasn’t...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Apr. 26, 2018Last comment by joepumper, on May 14, 2018 at 8:43 pm | 1 comment | 10484 Views
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Couples: . . . “Joy is greater than sorrow,“ . . . “Nay, sorrow is the greater.”‘Some of you say, “Joy is greater than sorrow,“ and others say, “Nay, sorrow is the greater.” But I say unto you, they are inseparable....
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Apr. 19, 2018Last comment by ElaineB, on Apr 19, 2018 at 2:26 pm | 1 comment | 8659 Views
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"The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John GottmanDr. John Gottman is best known for the extensive couples research he's conducted over many years at his institute in Seattle -- fondly known as the "Love Lab."...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Mar. 23, 2018Last comment by Chandrama Anderson, on Mar 23, 2018 at 4:50 pm | 2 comments | 10989 Views
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Could You Be In An Abusive Relationship and Not Know It?The following article was shared with me and I think it's important for you to consider if you're in an abusive situation, even emotionally. The article is written...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Mar. 10, 2018Last comment by Andrew F, on Mar 17, 2018 at 6:31 am | 6 comments | 10756 Views
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Couples: The ABCs of LoveI came across a new book for you to read. Whether you are just starting out together or have been a couple for a while, whether you are doing well or struggling,...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 23, 2018There are no comments yet. 10517 Views
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Couples: Engaged on Valentine’s Day! Topics to DiscussValentine’s Day is popular for marriage proposals. It’s romantic and lovely and you’re glowing with happiness. Congratulations! I want to be...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 14, 2018Last comment by Chandrama Anderson, on Feb 19, 2018 at 4:08 pm | 2 comments | 17360 Views
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Three Years Since Mom DiedIt’s been three years since mom died. I still miss her very much. I also feel her love for me and mine for her in my heart so strongly that it transcends her...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jan. 26, 2018Last comment by David Verns, on Feb 5, 2018 at 2:22 pm | 5 comments | 9635 Views
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Couples: What’s Important about Valentine’s Day?I’m going to share some thoughts about what is and is not important about Valentine’s Day. This is not a complete list. Add your thoughts and ideas as...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 1, 2018Last comment by Chandrama Anderson, on Feb 1, 2018 at 3:52 pm | 2 comments | 11014 Views
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Couples: When Wrong Admit It; When Right; Shut Up“To keep your marriage brimming, With love in the loving cup, Whenever you’re wrong admit it; Whenever you’re right, shut up.” - Ogden Nash Why...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jan. 19, 2018Last comment by Sea Seelam Reddy, on Jan 24, 2018 at 4:01 am | 1 comment | 9635 Views
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Couples: So You Married Mom or Dad . . .. . . in the guise of your beloved. First of all, you’re not alone. Most people marry someone who is much like a parent. Often it’s the more difficult...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Jan. 12, 2018Last comment by Chandrama Anderson, on Jan 19, 2018 at 8:50 am | 2 comments | 10286 Views
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The 34th Annual Palo Alto Weekly Short Story Contest is now accepting entries for Adult, Young Adult and Teen categories. Send us your short story (2,500 words or less) and entry form by April 10, 2020. First, Second and Third Place prizes awarded in each category.
