Love

Relationship advice from successful couples

Whitney Coy — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Anyone who’s ever been in a long-term relationship knows it’s not always easy to make one work. In fact, sometimes it’s just plain frustrating. Yet the world is full of happy couples, more in love today than ever. So how do they it? We went straight to the source to find out.

Get inside the mind of a romance writer

Aly Walansky — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0700

Whether you are a fan of soaps or bodice-ripper novels, chances are you see smoldering hookups and wonder if you are doing something wrong. Maybe — or maybe you just need to learn from the experts!

What to do when your ex upgrades

Natasha Shankar — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

Did your besties ever cuddle with you after a breakup and go on about how your ex could never do better than you? Mine did. Boy, were they wrong.

Survey says: 63 Percent of women would reject a jumbotron proposal

Melinda Bokel — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:00:00 -0800

Getting engaged is one of the most joyous occasions anyone can experience, especially during this time of year. However, in a recent survey by David’s Bridal, women confess that their beaus didn’t meet their expectations when it came to diamond size and proposals.

Our favorite love quotes From '80s movies

Melinda Bokel — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:30:00 -0800

Even if you don't quite remember the '80s, we've got you covered. Some of the greatest love quotes came from this era, and we're proud to present to you our sappiest selection.

15 Love quotes from rap songs

Jeremy Piccirillo — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:15:00 -0800

There's nothing like a good rap song to get you in the mood for a night out. But do we really ever think of rap songs as love songs? It's so easy to get caught up in the catchy beats and the addictive hooks. If you can put those aside and really listen to the song, behind the catchy beats and the addictive hooks there are some very romantic lyrics that can turn out to be very useful this Valentine's Day.

9 Things celebs have said about love

Robert Soares — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:15:00 -0800

Who doesn't love cute quotes about love and romance? Let's roll out the red carpet for these famous celebrities and their thoughts on love!

TiVo users compare their love lives to Mad Men's Don Draper

Kristyn Burtt — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:42:00 -0800

Get ready for Valentine's Day with some revealing and interesting results on TiVo users' love lives and how they compare with current TV shows.

The truth about love… and autism

Allison Ziering Walmark — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0800

As Valentine's Day approaches, we can all learn a little lesson about love from a 7-year-old boy with autism who knows how to love with his pure heart and soul.

How to celebrate your first Valentine’s Day together

Mckenna Bailey — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:00:00 -0800

The first Valentine’s Day you share with your new sweetie is always the hardest. Do you make it a big deal or treat it like nothing special? What kind of gift is appropriate? We’ve got you covered — here are some ideas for you and your boyfriend to have a great first Valentine’s Day together.

Festive Valentine's Day kitchen gifts

Gabrielle Melendez — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 05:34:00 -0800

Try something new this Valentine's Day and surprise your loved one with more than just a card and candy. Here are some lovely gifts to make your special someone red in the cheeks!

Do you have to forgo a career to have a real relationship?

Kortney Tenaglia — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 05:00:00 -0800

There was a man who once said you can’t have a successful relationship and family life with two career-minded people. As women, we often like to have our cake and eat it too. Sadly, the universe isn’t always on our side, especially when it pairs the ambitious and the stubborn together. So, can it work?

Fierce women: The power of a soft warrior brings happiness

Kimberly Wagner — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 03:00:00 -0800

I never wanted to be a wimpy woman. I’ve always been drawn to strong women—aren’t you? A refined strength has an alluring appeal. I love to see a fierce woman in action. Nothing fazes her. She’s indomitable, determined and a passionate force. When given a challenging assignment, she boldly goes for it and doesn’t let anything stand in her way. She’s fierce.

Holiday shopping made easy with a registry

Nancy Lee — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 06:09:00 -0800

Oh no! The holiday season is here, along with all of the hassles that come with it. Not to sound like a Scrooge, but is there anyone who enjoys waiting in long lines, fighting for a parking space or racking their brains to find that perfect holiday gift for the boss’s wife? Well, you don't have to anymore. Here's why.

Holiday survival guide for couples

Elise Stephens — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Going home as a couple for the holidays? For most of us, this is tough, no matter how you slice that pecan pie. A little advance planning will increase your enjoyment and protect your mental sanity. Roll up your sleeves and make room for some more fun and relaxation this season with you and your man. Here's how...

Music review: Taylor Swift's 'Begin Again'

Natasha Shankar — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:52:00 -0700

Texture — Taylor Swift knows texture. She can describe details and make her struggles vivid, and successfully does so with the heartwarming track "Begin Again."

Note to my future husband: You're optional

The Coquette — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0700

I am a picky b****. No doubt you are too. Lucky for us, we get to be. We belong to a lucky generation of independent women who don't have to spend their early 20s in a mad dash to get hitched to the nearest breadwinner. It took three waves of feminism, a few landmark pieces of legislation and a massive cultural shift toward gender equality, but tying the knot is no longer a prerequisite to leading a stable and happy life. Husbands are optional these days.

Crazy in love: Don't let it swallow you whole

Elise Stephens — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0700

You two just had a great first and second date. He wants to see you again and your world is tumbling upside down: Your focus is gone at work and you keep burning your dinner when you cook because Cloud Nine has swept you up, up and away! Unfortunately for you, the world doesn't go on hold at times like these.

"Be a little slutty" and other things your husband won't tell you

Jen Ross — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0700

OK ladies, I set out to do a real 60 Minutes type of hard-hitting expose. What do our men want to tell us — but don’t, either out of fear, or well, fear. Let’s face it — men are not the best communicators. So to help with that, I provided some helpful husbands with unlimited amounts of alcohol and all they could eat meat. The result is enlightenment for all of us.

Women on top, men on bottom: Is your boyfriend a lap dog?

Carolina Onda — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:00:00 -0700

According to Hanna Rosin, author of The End of Men, gender roles in society have changed. Taking a look at the third meaning, as a dog is a man’s best friend, men are becoming a woman’s best friend. A lap dog is not just a small dog or an eager partner — it is a man who will do anything for his woman.

Making new friends as an adult

Margeaux Baulch Klein — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 16:27:00 -0700

In grade school, making friends was a snap. You looked around the classroom, located a kid whose jumper you liked, bonded over a shared hatred of math, and voila -- you were BFFs, or at least BFs until the next grade. After college, however, making new friends becomes increasingly difficult.