When a person becomes widowed, they usually take their time to heal and move on. The pain and sorrow of losing a spouse can be devastating and take years to recover from. It can take a toll on an individual’s mental and emotional state. Choose your next. Image via Social Squares If this is you, and you’re wondering if you’ll ever be ready for a new relationship, here are five signs that may show you’re finally healing and prepared to love again. You no longer think about your late spouse all the time It’s been a few years since your spouse passed away, and you’re finally starting to ..read more

Pexels – CCO Licence If you are in a committed relationship, and you truly care about your man, you will undoubtedly want to make sure he knows that. Taking the time to regularly tell him you love him is a grest way to do thast, but it is certainly not the only way. Below are some really good ways you can show your man you care when he really needs to know how you feel: 1. Give him your attention Giving the man in your life your undivided attention from time to time, so that he can vent to you about work or share his hobbies with you, is a really good way of showing him you love him and you c ..read more

Dating can be tough at the best of times, but when you’re a single parent, it can be even more challenging, scary, infuriating – need I go on? Photo by cottonbro from Pexels This can, understandably, put a lot of women off even trying, but if you are a single mom, you have every right to be happy and find love, and as long as you are careful, there is no reason not to date. With that in mind, let’s look at some of the most common dating sidesteps single parents make so you can avoid them {if you choose to} and quite possibly, have a far better dating experience. Waiting too long ..read more

Being single can be a rewarding time in your life. Keep in mind that the possibilities are endless and there’s a lot to see and do, alone as well as together with someone special. Instead of feeling down or low because you’re not dating or married, you can embrace the situation for what it is. Now is the time to take good care of yourself and also put yourself out there and meet new people. Learn four things you must do when you’re single so that you remain happy, healthy, and optimistic about your future. 1. Practice Self-Care You must practice self-care and make your wellness a priority whe ..read more

Unsplash – CC0 License We all like the idea that our relationships will last forever. We want to find a wonderful person to spend our lives with. But then why do we have this notion in our minds when we know that so many people cheat and separate?  Many intellectuals put it down to the romantic revolution – a relatively new set of ideas that emerged in the 18th century. Romance took a positive view of love and said that people could be together for their entire lives, working through problems.  However, the roots of the idea that we should have one person forever probably go de ..read more

Moving in together is a massive moment for any couple, and should be one filled with excitement and happiness. However, there can be no denying that you will face some challenges along the way. Even if you have spent a lot of time under the same room, living together 24/7 is entirely new. With the right preparations and mindset, though, the transitional phase will be a lot easier on your minds. In turn, this will enable you both to focus on building a better life together. Here’s all you need to know about mastering the process. Focus On The Art Of Moving If you want this new chapter to be the ..read more

Image Location – CC0 Licence If you are looking for love as a single mom, or not even actively looking but not entirely ruling it out, it’s important that you sort out what is important to you. Figure out what matters to you and what you want for your children. The last thing that you are going to want to do is to meet someone who is bad match for you and your kids. Getting your priorities sorted now means that you can save a lot of problems down the line, and you will be able to rule out deal breakers and people that are not on the same page. Loyalty The first thing that you are going to nee ..read more

Friends and family can seem to have never-ending dating advice for the single mom, even if they have never experienced your particular situation. Everyone means well, but in the end, only you know when you are ready and how dating should look for you. Here are some ideas to consider as you begin to wonder if it is time to get back out there. Don’t Rush Everyone’s timeline is different. Your gut will tell you when you are ready to date. If getting to know someone over a phone conversation ties your stomach in knots because the thought of actually meeting them makes you a nervous wreck, maybe wa ..read more

For a single parent, finding the love of your life can be a joyous occasion. However, things can get complicated when this person lives in another country. Indeed, often the temptation is to ‘up sticks’ and move the family to live with them. However, before you do this, there are some important considerations to make. Read on to discover what they are.  Make sure you are sure  Before anything else, and before you even consider moving your kids halfway across the world, you need to know you are 100% sure that this is the relationship you want to be in. After all, spending time with s ..read more

Love is complicated. Sometimes it arrives when you least expect it, and sometimes, it doesn’t come no matter how hard you want it to. In the latter situation, you’ll have no other choice but to take the matters into your own hands. There’s a popular song by Phil Collins that says, “You can’t hurry love, no, you’ll just have to wait.” And while that lyric captures the hopeful nature of love, it doesn’t really do much for people who believe that love is actively sought out. Thank you to our partners for the assist on this article. Having love in your life is one of the most exciting adventures t ..read more