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Sharing a Roof, and Money, With Adult Kids
Once you’ve decided to welcome an adult child home, then it’s time to set ground rules, says Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of “Your Turn: How to Be an Adult.” Start with a candid conversation about what each party expects. “Get clear … Continue reading
Emotional challenges
Emotional challenges. After losing a loved one, going through a breakup or becoming an empty nester, our items can become laced with deep sentiment. Working through these feelings can make it very hard to access your executive functioning skills. “A home … Continue reading
Fun Things to Do on Your Anniversary
Enjoy an At-Home Spa Day Skip the spa and give each other relaxing massages. It’s a fun, intimate activity that you’ll both love. Take Some Pictures Hire a professional to your photos. Pick a meaningful location to snap a few … Continue reading
A Clean Sink
Before I decided to leave forever, I cleaned the dishes in your farm sink. I stood there and washed each item. Even your roommate’s mess. I thought of our years together, how you continually left me, then wanted me back. … Continue reading
Fun Things to Do on Your Anniversary
Have a Cook-Off at Home For an economical option, one person cooks dinner, and the other’s on dessert duty. Whoever’s recipe turns out best doesn’t have to do the dishes. Plan to Make Each Other Homemade Gifts That means no expensive jewelry … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 