We do a lot of partner work in karate class and it got me to thinking, what does being a good karate partner teach me about being a good marriage partner? Be generous with the do overs Karate: Last night I was working with a lady who is still getting used to the way you position your hands for certain self defense moves. If she made a mistake I’d call a do over and let her try again. I gave up a couple of my turns so that she could do the moves over and over and remember the feel of …
Ask Millicent: We Must Be Awesome Because Our Guests Never Leave
Dear Millicent, I have a family member, let's call him Uncle Frank. Uncle Frank doesn't know when to leave. He will stay at our place long after all our other guests have left, completely ignoring all subtle hints about the lateness of the hour like pointed yawns and comments about having to get the kids to bed. He'll make himself comfortable, and continue to raid our liquor cabinet until 2AM if we let him. How do I politely tell him to GTFO and not cause an international …
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Here at Life in Pleasantville we understand the term "Domestic Bliss" should often be re-coined "domestic-just-kinda-survivng-at-this-point." While we all strive to be the best parents, partners, friends (and lovers) we can be, let's be honest; it's hard to even keep our hair brushed each day. It's not even about the almighty buzzword "balance" anymore because you can't balance 307 chores and still get a meal on the table every single evening without sacrifice. Enter your new friend, …
