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Ellie's Guides To...

• Teenagers, Smartphones, and Mental Health
• Believe in love and romance – but stay realistic
• Take a break from life
• Public display of affection has a time and place
• Love people for who they are, not how they look
• Body art isn’t everyone’s cup of tea
• Forever Friends
• Cheated on you? With a friend? Double bye-bye!
• Rein your partner in by telling them you’re feelings
• How other people spend their money is NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!
• Shared responsibility makes for a lighter load
• Change your expectations to minimize your disappointment
• On Affairs
• See yesterday’s post – it’s all about SEX!
• When the sex is bad, it’s all you talk about; when it’s good, it’s all you think about
• Preparation helps when change is inevitable
• Self-care is imperative to give the best of yourself
• Manners maketh man (and woman) – Shakespeare’s Hamlet
• On Music and Love
• Be straight forward rather than playing games
• Don’t get overly invested in your children’s relationships
• Work hard, but make time for play
• There’s nothing wrong with children having imaginary friends
• MYOB – Mind Your Own Business
• Loving Again
• Without a guide book, the best parent is one who observes and cares
• Some people change drastically after marriage
• Facial and body hair is personal; no judgements
• When plans change, go with the flow and make the best of it
• Ask questions before jumping to conclusions
• On Joy
• Don’t let relationships hold you back from living your dream
• Temper tantrums can be tamed with time
• An adult who constantly hurts himself needs medical attention
• A spouse who separates their partner from their family is controlling
• Trust your gut and get medical advice
• On Forgiveness
• Trust that your partner loves you for you
• Your history is your truth. Own it
• In-law issues can be the worst!
• My ex wants to rekindle….. I’m not sure
• There’s nothing better than supportive family members
• Moving in together – for better or worse!
• Work together, as a family
• Good deeds and happy endings…..
• Change takes time; be a patient patient
• Holding a grudge isn’t good for anyone
• Learn when NOT to mix business with family
• Giving Support
• Family who are close usually stick together

Recent Today's Column

• Teenagers, Smartphones, and Mental Health
• Believe in love and romance – but stay realistic
• Take a break from life
• Public display of affection has a time and place
• Love people for who they are, not how they look
• Body art isn’t everyone’s cup of tea
• Forever Friends
• Cheated on you? With a friend? Double bye-bye!
• Rein your partner in by telling them you’re feelings
• How other people spend their money is NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!