I hadn’t planned on joining Congress in taking a recess during August, but apparently, I, too, needed a break from blogging. Ironically, though, the past month has been anything but uneventful. The Boobs (or “Foobs,” as some of us in the breast cancer community call them): The first week after my reconstructive surgery was rougher […]
Would you love to win a copy of Doc Scriven’s book, TheLoveCommitment.com? Fast-paced and told from a unique perspective, TheLoveCommitment.com is charming, provocative, and delivers to singles and couples looking for a thoughtful and exciting relationship novel. But be warned. TheLoveCommitment.com is not just a novel. It's also a blueprint by which romantic relationships can […]
I’ve received quite a few questions from friends related to my double mastectomy and delayed reconstruction (also known as the expansion process). Since clear information for non-patients is surprisingly lacking in this arena, I thought I’d do my part to remedy that. 1. Since your surgery was in April, you’re feeling stronger with each day, […]
The Internet is a large, open space where everyone has the ability to voice his or her opinion. What happens when that opinion is in support of abuse? A blog post last year addressed the hashtag that began trending on Twitter: #reasonstobeatyourgirlfriend (Gruber). Twitter says, "the # symbol, called a hashtag, is used to mark […]
It's time for a Friday Giveaway, and this is a great one! Are you familiar with reflexology? Reflexology is an ancient healing art of stimulating the feet that reduces stress and improves your physical well-being. Experts estimate that 80-90% of disease is stress related, and massage combats this stress by helping us relax. In each […]
Interested in dating more in 2012? Here are my top five tips, as shared earlier this month on The Tommy Show on 94.7 Fresh FM: 1. Don't feel embarrassed about letting someone know that you might be interested in him or her. Send an email to an intriguing online prospect, say hello to that cute […]
It’s Hump Day so let’s tackle a sex question from a reader: My boyfriend thinks since the first time we had sex was awkward, it means we may not be sexually compatible. His thoughts are causing issues in the relationship, as I'm very sexual, and it’s made our recent re-attempts for sex awkward, too. How […]
Formspring, I haven’t forsaken you! Question: My guy doesn’t go down. He did once for a very brief time, and I’m afraid that he doesn’t like my taste. I’m not interested in douching since it isn’t recommended by health specialists for causing Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). So what can/should I do instead? Answer: I’m sorry […]
Improv Boy was out of the picture, and I found my lineup in May to be rather thin. I needed to remedy that quickly! When Best Boy texted me about meeting for drinks on Friday night, I happily said yes. "Who's Best Boy?" you might be wondering. Umm…Best Boy is Mr. Exec's best friend. Yeah. […]
Improv Boy had just informed me that he didn’t want to come upstairs with me because he didn’t think we had a future together. I stood outside my building with a confused expression on my face. I kept waiting for the punch line. Me: Did I miss something? Improv Boy: Well, I really support your […]