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Very little has been said about Casey Anthony's single mom status and what could have happened or not happened if there was a father involved in little Caylee's life.  

I'm not even suggesting marriage here, but just a father involved enough to know that their child could be in…

So, the truth finally comes out.  After 25 years....Real all about here!

Married in 2005 wedding, Millicent & Gary

1.  How has your relationship changed since you been married?

Since I have been married, my husband and I are alot closer. We share alot more of ourselves with each other, we are at ease to let go of feelings, emotions that we…

Dear S2S in Marriage,



My girl and I have been together for a long time and we have two kids. It just seems like now, we just don’t interact and go out as much as we use to. When I go out, it always seems like I have to hang out with my boys. What tips can you give me to…

Q: I am very excited about my wedding, but a little nervous about marriage. What is one thing I can do to prepare for marriage?

--Denise H.



A.  It’s difficult to plan for every aspect of marriage.  Sure, we may plan when we want to buy a house or start a family. But in order…

Not if women have anything to do with it.

Even though 72% of black children are born out of wedlock, according to recent statistics, women have more power than they think. Although premarital sex is a societal norm, women who abstain from sex before marriage will not risk having an…

The Lindseys (married MYBDD 2007 wedding)

1.  How has your relationship changed since you been married?

My relationship between my hubbie & I has changed drastically, which is a…

Growing up in a single family home is challenging for both parents and children. When one parent has to do all of the work, each day can be exhausting.

The Martin Family (Marry Your Baby Daddy Day 2007 couple)

1.  How has your relationship changed since you been married?

We have gotten better as a couple in regards to how we handle things in our…

Unwed parents who feel like a family are more likely to become one legally through marriage than those who simply co parent.

Since nearly 72% of black children are born to unwed parents, according to recent statistics, there is much focus toward family bonding. While this won’t happen…

The media loves a story.

Perhaps that is why they spend so much more time focusing on the celebrity babies born to unwed parents than they do on the babies born to couples who are married. After all, when they write about an unwed mother who has just given birth, they get the added sensation of…

I'm about to share my secret weapon with you, and it involves how I got my man to marry me after seven plus years of dating. Okay so maybe I'm exaggerating a bit here, but I'm convinced that this recipe combined with the sexy pumps worn while preparing said recipe, ultimately led to him getting down on bended knee. Perhaps it was because he was already knocked to his knees by these…

Dating shouldn't stop once you're in a committed long term relationship. I think dating your partner is essential to keeping the relationship fresh and exciting however, when you fall into a relationship comfort zone and factor in children,…

Nah, I'm not talking about those sweet little nothings whispered lovingly into your ear by your significant other. I'm talking about the cumulative effect of outside influence on your relationship from friends and family and even

strangers who seem to find strange satisfaction in putting the pressure on,especially in public situations. You know what I'm talking about. You and your man are at a wedding having a…

Often, couples and singles come to me for guidance and clarity because they are worried. They are worried their…