One Simple Thing That Makes Every Woman Happy
After talking with literally thousands of women, especially mothers, I can tell you - every time a woman has to badger a man to become more engaged, a little piece of her heart breaks.
After talking with literally thousands of women, especially mothers, I can tell you - every time a woman has to badger a man to become more engaged, a little piece of her heart breaks.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 08.22.2009 | Living
Today's stepmoms might not be accused of casting spells, but talk to any first wife about her husband's new wife and you'll likely discover a bubbling cauldron of resentment.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 07.31.2009 | Living
Perhaps the recession is giving us more than just a tough lesson in fiscal responsibility. Perhaps we're also getting a lesson in gratitude.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 07.20.2009 | Living
It's odd and a bit unsettling to see your sweet daughter reflected in the eyes of men. Just as it's odd to realize that the world now looks at you in a different way.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 07.10.2009 | Living
I love television. I truly love it. I wept when TiVo was invented, because it meant I could watch even more of it. Sophisticated people claim to be ...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 06.10.2009 | Media
Charles Darwin found a soulmate and spouse in his cousin Emma. Charles and Emma, provides an intimate glimpse into the Darwin's marriage and a life.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 03.29.2009 | Living
Why are we so willing to believe bad things about good people?
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 02.12.2009 | Living
In a grand full circle moment, America's first black president will walk up steps that were built by slaves.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 02.05.2009 | Style
Forget sex, communication, in-laws and the toilet seat wars. If you really want to stir up a hornet's nest inside a marriage, just bring up the subject of naps.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 01.30.2009 | Living
People say there are no atheists in a foxhole. I would also say there aren't too many atheists during an economic collapse.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 01.20.2009 | Living
Oprah's fat again, and - ahem, not to mention any names - but a few of the rest of us have porked up right along with her. America's favorite yo-yo ...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 01.15.2009 | Living
How are you supposed to make merry when you're worried you might be homeless by March? Forget searching for the perfect wine to compliment your Duck a la' Orange, or debating the merits of tinsel versus popcorn strands.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 01.09.2009 | Living
It's like a rock in the pit of your stomach, a cold clammy feeling that spreads up your gut and momentarily stops your breath. It's the awful moment...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 12.13.2008 | Living
Is she crazy, is she hormonal or is she finally shouting the truth? We're all familiar with the stereotype of the angry woman. A shrieking shrew who...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.22.2008 | Politics
I'm tired of all the fighting I'm tired of warring religious groups trying to kill each other in the name of God. I'm tired of pandering politicia...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.20.2008 | Living
As depressing as our collective and individual situations may be, the last thing we need to do is let our fear get the best of us. If you spend all day worried and anxious, guess who wins? The Fear.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.06.2008 | Living
The key to weight loss is swapping negative habits and self-talk with something more positive.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.06.2008 | Living
Why makes a man cheat? For the very same reason disgruntled office workers pilfer clips and people pout at family reunions: lack of appreciation.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 10.14.2008 | Living
The pressure may be subtle or it might be full-on war, but there's not a person alive who hasn't felt criticized by their in-laws. Whether it's your...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 09.20.2008 | Living
Don't you just hate it when the real you leaks out? Like that time when, after one too many sloe gin fizzes, you finally told your sister-in-law wh...
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 09.14.2008 | Living
I've noticed many husbands caught completely off guard when their wife announces that she wants out. So wake up guys -- wedded bliss takes work, and counselors are cheaper than alimony.
Lisa Earle McLeod | Posted 11.05.2009 | Living