Tag Archives: Divorce

Two People

Posted on August 8, 2011 by judefay

Princess Diana caught the hearts of many when she said, “There were three people in this marriage from the start.” Anyone who had ever lived with someone whose attention was focussed elsewhere was able to relate to the comment. It … Continue reading →

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Relationship Contracts

Posted on July 25, 2011 by judefay

In every relationship and in every interaction of every relationship there is a contract. Sometimes the terms of the contract are explicit, sometimes they are not. Whether made clear or not, each party brings to the relationship their idea of … Continue reading →

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Death and Disappointment

Posted on April 12, 2011 by judefay

Disappointment – Who hasn’t experienced it? The job we wanted that went to someone else? The creative urge that faded before it reached it’s apex. The family member who lets us down. Life is full of disappointments, large and small; … Continue reading →

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Differences in Relationships – How do You do Yours?

Posted on April 5, 2011 by judefay

When you have a difference of opinion with someone in your life, how do you deal with it? Do you blame the other person for their narrow mindedness? Do you dismiss them as wrong? Do you tell yourself it’s not … Continue reading →

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Decisions, decisions, decisions

Posted on March 21, 2011 by judefay

Meat or fish? Shoes or boots? Walk or get the bus? Sometimes decisions are straightforward, made with little or no struggle. But sometimes it’s not so easy. We can weigh the pros and cons, and see what looks like the … Continue reading →

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When Someone Close To Us Is Ill

Posted on March 14, 2011 by judefay

I watched the young man as he helped his mother to sit down at the table opposite me in the hospital cafe. While his hands and movements were gentle and caring, his eyes avoided making contact with hers, and his … Continue reading →

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