Tag Archives: communication

No Visitors Yet

My wife recently passed away and I am doing OK. Several of my wife’s senior children keep wanting to come and visit me. How do I politely say no without hurting their feelings? When they have come before, I was … Continue reading →

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No Aromas, Please

I recently spent the night with an old friend. We had a 50-year anniversary visit. We are thrilled to be reunited. My friend went out of her way to make me welcome and comfortable in her home overnight. That included … Continue reading →

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Communicate honestly

Instead of lashing out in anger, I’d write my spouse a letter explaining why I was hurt and put it on his desk,” recalled Valerie Wilson Wesley, a Manhattan author married for 51 years who penned a dating column when … Continue reading →

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Marriage

“What happens on your wedding day is insignificant compared to what happens every day thereafter.” Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on to others as I embark on this … Continue reading →

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Visit or Call Loved Ones

The sweetest holiday memories are often spent with those we love. Take time to spend with loved ones you don’t get to see or talk to often. If you live far away, schedule a phone date with them. Positively Purging-I … Continue reading →

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