No, no, not the kind you see in movies or hear about in stories but the kind who might be sitting beside you right now.

You might be one and you don't even know it.

At St. John’s Riverside Hospital, innovative techniques open the door to safer, more efficient treatment for many patients previously contraindicated for gynecologic surgery.

I grew up in many churches, as a child I enjoyed going to church.

I would sometimes go to one church on a Saturday and then another on a Sunday.

I liked to listen and look at preachers.

Anyways, in all of those churches there was one message , "Do not be unequally yoked".

I like writing about the good people I meet, because sometimes I think we forget that there are still genuinely good people among us.

I was taking in a taxi yesterday when the driver pulled aside to buy a drink from a street vendor...without missing a beat he turns to me big grin on his face and asks- "Yuh want something or wha?".  I returned the smile, but did not accept the drink.  My belly was full already!

Had to share this...

 I am always amazed by the fact that so many people believe that no matter the condition of the relationship they are in it is a 'blessing' from God, that this man/woman who wipes the floor with them was chosen for them by God.

We are so often afraid to be happy, or think we do not deserve be happy that we find the most ridiculous explanations to stay in relationships that leave us unfulfilled, and hurt.

You don't have to stay in abusive relationships

Polyandry: The Rarest Form of Marriage

Polyandry in Tibet

Polyandry is a rare form of marriage where one wife may take two or more husbands. The Tibetan, Toda, Sherpa, and Marquesan are the only four societies worldwide that practice polyandry today [hmm, really?]. There are two types of polyandrous unions: fraternal and non-fraternal. Fraternal polyandry occurs when multiple brothers share a common wife, and non-fraternal polyandry occurs when co-husbands are unrelated to one another. So why did polyandry become the age-old tradition instead of monogamy or polygyny? In order to address this question, we shall turn to the Tibetan case of fraternal polyandry and explore its kinship practices, economic concerns, and presence in serf society.

I believe in giving my best, if I am too tired of doing something, or too tired to do something, I stop...I rest.

Ask someone if they love you, and you might get a quick yes...ask them if they love themselves and   you might get a half baked- "Of course!".

It always amazes me that so many people believe that growing up with one parent is the worse thing that could happen to a child.

So many of us have been raised by just our Moms , or our Dads and have turned out to be remarkable people.

People despise  single parenting so much that they would rather see a child be raised by two bitter people who have not an ounce of love for each other. They would rather be in abusive situations than take on the 'shame' of being alone.

The older I get, the more I realize that the world is becoming filled with zombies.

I am beginning to think that I have a 'vacation blog'.  Teaching is a demanding job and being as introverted as I am it drains me...

I love my job! Seriously, I love my job!

The news came- "a woman was killed last night".

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It never ceases to amaze me that most people believe you must pick a side. I would support anyone I think is in the right but ultimately I support what is right. If both parties are in the wrong it is never a toss up between who I like more; it becomes a matter of appealing to reason, and creating a win-win situation.

Win-win situations are never easy to come by because as I said before people are always looking to be sided with...everybody wants to be the victim.

10 toxic types you shouldn’t date

By Dave Singleton

Five toxic male archetypes for women to avoid:

1. Peter Pan. At first, you’re confused; he’s over 30 and (physically, at least) looks his age. And yet, there’s something about him that reads “college dorm” and “secretly wearing green tights beneath his Dockers.” You’ve found Mr. “I’ll never grow up,” otherwise known as Peter Pan — someone who can handle the superficial issues life throws at him, but don’t dig too deep looking for a strong connection, commitment, or an equally mature partnership from him. Toxicity permeates the relationship when you’re the only one who stays grounded, spinning your wheels, and wondering why you can’t land him the way you’d hoped to while he flies off to Neverland again. He’s fun, but if you think that will translate into a long-term relationship, you’re only kidding yourself. 

Related: Is he the wrong man for you?

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The world is a confusing place and boy girl relationships simply make things worse. :)

Ok ignore the smiley face I am quite serious.

I have been listening to Pink's "Just Give Me a Reason", and every time I play it the line "we're just bent, not broken" sticks with me . The song goes on to say "we can learn to love again".

I believe though that there are two things you cannot force- love and compatibility.

Now before I ramble on and on the question is this- "When do you consider a relationship bent and not broken?

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Healthy Breakfast Tips: Avoid These Morning Mistakes

• Heavy Vaginal Bleeding — Excessively heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding is a common symptom. Women describe soaking through sanitary protection in less than an hour, passing blood clots and being unable to leave the house during the heaviest day of flow. As a result, some women develop anemia, also known as a low blood count. Anemia can cause fatigue, headaches and lightheadedness.
  
  If heavy bleeding interferes with your everyday activities or if you develop anemia, you should see your doctor to discuss fibroid treatment options.
• Pelvic Discomfort — Women with large fibroids may feel heaviness or pressure in their lower abdomen or pelvis. Often this is described as a vague discomfort rather than a sharp pain. Sometimes, the enlarged uterus makes it difficult to lie face down, bend over or exercise without discomfort.
• Pelvic Pain — A less common symptom is acute, severe pain. This occurs when a fibroid goes through a process called degeneration. Usually, the pain is localized to a specific spot and improves on its own within two to four weeks. Using a pain reliever, such as ibuprofen, can decrease the pain significantly. However, chronic pelvic pain can also occur. This type of pain is usually mild but persistent and confined to a specific area.
• Bladder Problems — The most common bladder symptom is needing to urinate frequently. A woman may wake up several times during the night to empty her bladder. Occasionally, women are unable to urinate despite a full bladder.
  
  These symptoms are caused by fibroids pressing against the bladder, reducing its capacity for holding urine or blocking the outflow of urine. Treatment for bladder problems can provide great relief.
• Low Back Pain — Rarely, fibroids press against the muscles and nerves of the lower back and cause back pain. A large fibroid on the back surface of the uterus is more likely to cause back pain than a small fibroid within the uterine wall. Because back pain is so common, it is important to look for other causes of the pain before attributing it to fibroids.
• Rectal Pressure — Fibroids also can press against the rectum and cause a sensation of rectal fullness, difficulty having a bowel movement or pain with bowel movements. Sometimes, fibroids can lead to the development of a hemorrhoid.

It is important for you to be in a job that you love.

Why embark on a career path simply to make others happy? At the end of the day you will be the one getting out of bed to go to this job, not them.

No job is easy, but doing something you like ensures that when the days get rough you will be able to 'smile at the storm'.

Many are in jobs that reward them financially but at the end of each day they feel drained and hate the fact that tomorrow is going to find them at the same desk. Money isn't everything.

If the job you are in makes you miserable, get out.