Baby-boomer Women have a unique perspective on family and relationships. How we nurture our friendships, relate to our husbands and children and handle new relationships are complex issues in our lives. Deciding whether to end a marriage or work through the problems can be particularly difficult for women at this stage, since no woman relishes divorce. Reading articles in this section may give Baby-boomer Women a different perspective and perhaps lead them to evaluate their personal relationships.

Sisters

No matter how much you love your husband or children, you are still going to need Sisters.

The Unexpected Caregiver

I had never seriously thought about joining the ranks of the 1 in 4 Americans who are caregivers.

Southpaw

Left-handed students are often among the best AND the worst in their class.

Lessons from Mom

My mother is always beautifully dressed; my sisters and I regularly steal her clothes.

Replace Fear with Trust

A broken trust is irreparable. Everything else can be fixed.

A Good Man is Hard to Find... Unless You Cook

Dating services in Chicago are as diverse as the city itself. There are at least 40 in the immediate area.

The Key

If you feel stuck in any area of your life, if you're not attracting the car, house, job, mate, or anything else you really want, it could very well be due to a lack of forgiveness.

The 13th... Lucky or Unlucky

The 13th of the month falls on Friday more often than
on any other day.

The Key to Real Choices

Sexuality was less something to be celebrated and felt than something to be practiced morally and antiseptically.

Dream Catchers

An aunt does all the store’s beaded earrings. My mother and I do all the dream catchers.

Birth Order

Your birth order affects your personality and nearly every aspect
of your life.

First Comes Friendship, Then Comes Marriage

I remember dating a guy who was nice in every way, but our senses of humor didn’t quite match up, and that was it: We were history.

Victorine’s Art of Seduction

I’d like to share these tips with you because they don’t simply relate to seducing a man.

Regional Guide to In-Laws

There are seven territories of in-law personalities in this great country of ours. Each has its own unique flavor.

Who’s Marjorie?

I am, you are, your sister and friends are.  She is all women who have reached this glorious time in their lives when anything is possible. 

Sword and Blossom -- Discovering a Love Story

The letters were from a British officer who had been sent to Japan to learn Japanese in 1904, written to his love.

Starting to Date Again

Is it too forward of me to offer him my telephone number?  What if he’s the type who would prefer to make the first move?

My Son is Getting Married!

I should be happy. So, why do I feel as if I had been kicked in the stomach?

The Future of Caregivers

Since all of us at some time in our lives will likely be caregivers or need a caregiver, we should plan ahead and avoid confusion at crucial times.

Are You Ready to Go Dancing?

With the advent of popular television shows such as “Dancing with the Stars”, ballroom dancing has taken off.

The Personal Side of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi

She thanks her family for helping her move "from the kitchen to the Congress."

Nurturing Friendships

Most of us take friendship for granted. We believe that friends are always there, whenever we need them.

Top 10 Secrets for Achieving Your Dream Retirement

Be ready for one of the biggest changes in your life.

Are You an “Empty Nester”?

The “empty nester syndrome”can affect parents in small towns or big cities. How you deal with it makes all the difference to your future happiness.

Romantic Love Can be Experienced by Everyone

Acknowledging that we can feel youthful at any age, it's not such a leap to accept that we can feel romantic love even in later life.

Coping with a Retired Husband

“I married him for better or for worse, but not for lunch” is a reoccurring theme among women who have newly retired husbands.

Memory Foam Mattresses Under Oath...The Truth and Nothing But The Truth

Within a short time of your body lying on the mattress, your body temperature will start to cause the memory foam to soften.

Emotional Affair Or Friendship?

What is the difference between a friendship and an emotional affair?

You’re Retired ... Now What?

Giving up the home where you’ve lived for many, many years may seem a little scary.

How Equitable is Your Relationship?

People are most content when they feel that their relationship is a fair one. None of us want to feel exploited by others; nor do we usually like to take advantage of others.

Finding Happiness in Your Treasure Chest

If you want to be happy, take the time to sit and think about your thoughts.

Bathroom Safety Tips for Your Family

Bathrooms are a particularly dangerous part of the home. It's a dangerous place for falls and injuries to occur.

Be a Gracious Receiver

We may feel embarrassed when we're at the receiving end of an act of kindness.

You Can Improve Your Relationships

Is there magic to what makes some relationships last longer than others?

Does Age Matter?

We all have different ideas as to what is acceptable to us. We don’t choose who we fall in love with, it just happens.

 A Living Will is an Answer to a Problem

Terri Schiavo was the face of an emotional struggle over the right to live and the right to die.

Home Security Systems Provide a Safe Environment for Family Members

While there are no guarantees, any home security system could scare away potential intruders.

A Little Goes a Long Way

Try making small, simple changes in your tired routines to inspire some fresh intimacy.

Effects Of Divorce - What Should You Consider When You're Thinking About Divorce?

People usually decide to get a divorce based on emotion rather than logic which can hinder their long term happiness.

Do You Know What Romance Is?

When we talk of romantic ideas we refer to all the little things that can keep the flame of love burning bright in our hearts.

How I Got Rid of the Green-Eyed Monster Called Jealousy

My suspicions when jealousy set in cost me broken relationships, distress and a deep plunge in my self-esteem and worthiness.

Understanding Conflict

Conflict can occur even in couples who have stable loving relationships.

Ending Relationships - Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Making the decision to stay or go is almost always a very painful and confusing time.

Falling in Love Is Not for Cowards

He's doing everything right, and you're pretty sure he's everything you ever wanted in a man.

In Divorce, Women No Longer Have All the Power

Now, divorce is more even playing field and men don’t automatically lose everything.

Are You a Potential Crime Victim?

How to reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

Who Should Relocate In A Long Distance Relationship?

It is a big decision that will change your life forever. You need to be very clear about your expectations.

Good Grief, What Good is it?

Emotions are feelings in motion. You can let them move on.

More Than a Birthday: Women Turning 50 Celebrate

I actually feel like it gave me a new freedom.

Reflections

I believe that we are different people at different stages of our lives.

Do You Want Trust Back in Your Relationship?

Trust is the belief that a partner has your best interest at heart.

Aging and Friendship

A big bank account won’t make up for loneliness in your old age.

Judging People

The assumptions we make about people can cause us to behave a certain way toward them.

How to Use the Power of a Smile

When you project a smile, the other person can’t help but smile back at you.

Five Important Details in Developing Rapport

Leaving a nice part of yourself like a compliment is a good memory for the other person to recall.

Defrazzle with “Hug Therapy”

According to some research, we need about seven hugs a day to be healthy.

Have You Made Time for Friendship in Your Schedule?

If you have become too busy for friends, why has this happened?

Time for Connection

Gretta and David fell deeply in love in their mid 50’s.

Does Your Life Lack Meaning?

Loneliness is the primary feeling when we want to connect with another and the other is unavailable.

The Argument Women Can't Win

All of a sudden the entire dynamic of the conversation has changed.

Be Exactly Who You Are!

Changes, no matter how big or small, are not appropriate if they are for someone else.

A Little Patience Goes a Long Way

Losing patience only hurts ourselves and won’t speed up the process.

Anger -- Lose Your Cool and Look Like a Fool

What makes anger so dangerous is that it can occur so quickly we’ve lost control before we even realize it.

Tomorrow's Happiness Begins Today

Happiness is a state of mind and not the size of your bank account.

Infidelity: Stop the Pain!

Follow this prescription and find healing for your condition.

Five Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd

If you want to stand out from the crowd, there are ways within the power of almost anyone to do so.

Turning Strangers into Friends
You can use your immediate surroundings or the weather as a basis for a few starting remarks.

Home Security - Eight Things You Must Do to Deter Burglars

Most home break-ins are crimes of opportunity.

How Good of a Friend Are You?

Having the courage to defend a friend at the risk of alienating yourself from the group, is an admirable quality.

Avoiding Accidents in Your Kitchen

Never leave a cooking pot unattended. It is easy to forget if you’ve gone to answer the door or the telephone.