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Observing how your parents interact could lead to an understanding of your own relationships

Who says a fairytale ending has to be when you walk down the aisle?

Breakups are rough in general. But still having to work with your Ex makes it worse.

If I had a quarter for every weird look I get when I tell people my husband and I live 2500 miles apart (by choice), I could buy myself a very nice handbag.

The usual responses are, “That must be SO hard!” or “How does that work?” Or, my favorite, “That’s interesting...” with a confused look.

It’s true. Our marriage is unconventional, to say the least. Joe and I have been married for 16 years and have known each other for over 20. We’ve been living apart for seven years. And yes, by choice.

Very few people truly understand the decision to live this way. But it’s a relevant topic... whether you live apart from your significant other by choice or by circumstance, it’s happening more and more in the world we live in. Military duties take spouses away for months – even years at a time. College or continuing education opportunities force couples to live apart. Careers often take precedence over living in the same household.

People generally understand (and accept) those “separated by circumstance” occurrences more than one by choice. Why would one consciously choose to live apart from the one they love?

Here’s my answer: two happy individuals make up a happy marriage, despite the distance.

Learn the warning signs in a relationship to know when your guy isn't ready to get serious.

Do you know a teen that is bullied or maybe is a bully? Learn how you can do something about it.

From lowering your disease risk to improving your mood, pets really can make you a better person.

Learn how to better communicate with your family's furry friend.

Cheating has always been frowned upon and deemed unforgivable, but infidelity is still happening at an alarming rate.

Recognizing the warning signs that you are dating the wrong person can help you determine an unhealthy relationship.

There is an emotional side to treating cancer that can be equally important through diagnosis, treatment and beyond.

Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder characterized by extreme swings in mood. How can family and friends cope?

Many women have trouble climaxing.  The things you need to do to help take control of your orgasm.

Communication is key in any relationship, but are you too tired and wired to talk to your partner?

The whirlwind romance can turn into a disaster if you don't play your cards right.