Women will talk to each other about absolutely raw physical experiences, such as giving birth, so why is masturbation usually off the table? I’m a healthy, sexual woman. I’m not ashamed to discuss my sex life with people I’m comfortable with. In fact, talking about sex with my close female friends was something of a […]
What’s the point of being intimate with someone if you’re just going to check out? Over the last decade, I’ve surrendered to some humbling realizations. I almost can’t believe that I am now living a fulfilling life with a beautiful family that I helped create. But I am. Before this time in my life, though, […]
I realize that my answers to these questions could shape my daughter’s entire attitude toward her own body and self-image because I am, essentially, her living role model. I knew the day would come. The dreaded moment when my daughter would question the things I do in the bathroom, in front of the mirror, or […]
Marriage is not a destination. It’s one small thing that can happen in the larger journey of a relationship. “When you get married, you’ll be a great husband…” “When you get married, I’ll be so proud of you…” These are not statements I’ll be making to our children. Why? I think we need to start […]
You realize how much effort it really takes to be in a successful, faithful marriage or long-term relationship. It takes guts and constant communication. It takes two. It’s give and take. It’s all about commitment. Those are a few of the slogans I’ve heard people use in regards to relationships and marriage. While I agree […]
