When I hear the phrase "well-oiled machine" I think of something smooth and efficient with little to no defect. But I also know it earned its reputation as a result of a lot of hard work by everyone involved with bringing the product to market. Take a BMW for instance. No matter the series, a BMW is a much-coveted vehicle that has set the standard for many others. But it didn't … [Read more...]
At Last! The Secret To A Happy Marriage Is Revealed
I was at a restaurant not too long ago and saw an older couple. Maybe in their late 70s or early 80s, there was an air of serenity about them that bespoke decades of life and love together. They ate in comfortable silence, but somehow I just felt they were conveying something beyond words. As they walked out holding hands, I couldn't help but wonder. What's their secret? We … [Read more...]
4 Healthy Ways to Change Your Marriage in 2018
Well, 2017 is almost outta here! It's been one heck of a year. When it comes to a fulfilling relationship with your spouse, 2017 either knocked your socks off or left you wanting. If you're one of the lucky ones, you and your spouse took on the world like Bonnie and Clyde. You were in this life together. Your relationship was untouchable and everyone around you knew it. Your … [Read more...]
Men, You’re Grown; Why Can’t You Tell Us What You Want in a Relationship?
Note: this post is a generalization and does not represent all men or all women. I recently hosted a real talk relationship series, and there was one proverbial question, which was asked repeatedly by female attendees: What do men want? We all know that there is a divide between the sexes. However, when it comes to relationships, there is a major disconnect that hinges … [Read more...]
Being Mary Jane Provides Singles with 4 Steps to Drama Free Relationships
The hashtag for this week's episode of Being Mary Jane was #BMJFinale but it should have been #NoMoreDrama for when enough is enough. Speaking of which, when do you say enough is enough? When do you fight for your happiness and not the acceptance of others? When do you allow yourself to say the truth in love to those around you and not feel guilty? When do you put … [Read more...]
Wives: Here Are 6 Things Every Husband Should Experience in His Marriage
Check here to read: Husbands: Here Are 7 Basic Things Every Wife Should Experience in Her Marriage One of the hardest things about marriage for men is the fear of the unknown. Everything from the horror stories of unhappy people to the negative portrayal of marriage in the media is enough to make many men never want to say "I Do." Having a wife who will protect his heart, … [Read more...]
How Guarding My Heart Got Me a Ring
I can't believe I'll be someone's wife in 3 weeks. At times, I find myself still in shock about what's happening in my life. I stare at my ring in amazement. Sometimes, I seriously and jokingly ask my fiancé "Where did you come from?" LAST YEAR I WAS SINGLE. Let that sink in. Those close to me know my story and witnessed how fast God moved when it was time. Key words: WHEN IT … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Slow Down Impulse Dating
All shopping addicts or impulsive folks can relate to the following dilemma. You're walking into your favorite department store (we won't single out just one) and you look for the items that you need and successfully approach the aisles for payment. Then, out of nowhere, something catches your eye at the end cap and it's something that you're thinking about putting in the … [Read more...]
Dating: 16 Ways to Show You Care without Selling Yourself Short
by Michelby “Coco” Whitehead When people begin dating, the possibilities, both good and bad, are endless. The early stages are usually pure bliss, and often times women struggle with figuring out what role to play and end up doing way too much, as if they were wives and not girlfriends. The female who thinks she is showing her appreciation by “being loyal” or “down” simply … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Get to Know the Person You’re Dating
Recently, I hung out with my first true love. You know the one. The guy you would have married if only you met him in your thirties and not your teens or twenties. The one you compared other men to a decade after dating. During our conversation, I revealed that I didn’t like scary movies. As a matter of fact, I hate them. I won’t watch anything starring Michael Myers, Freddy … [Read more...]
Mandatory Prerequisites: 5 Keys To Starting A Successful Relationship
We can give people plenty of tips and tricks on how to attract the opposite sex. Many are always looking for great ways to pull it off, but in that process they overlook some very important things. Most truly desire a successful relationship, but a good foundation has to be in place in order for that to happen. I'm not talking success, as in just staying together, because … [Read more...]