Love & Dating

So…We ARE Dating!

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood, dating, relationships

Just a few days ago, I was ranting and raving about how I wasn’t sure whether or not my (now) boyfriend and I were really dating. We’d been going out and seeing a lot of each other, but I wasn’t sure if it was official or not. So here’s the update!Read More »

So – Are We Dating?

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood

I recently went through a really tough breakup. You may have guessed that by my “Breakup Survival Guide” – and there’ll be more dating/lifestyle stuff soon, I’m sure, because hey, a girl’s gotta vent.Read More »

Breakup Survival Guide

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood

Wow. Breakups. Nothing sucks worse than that. Killing puppies, getting laid off…they’re all manageable when you’re not newly single. And it’s five times worse if you’re the one getting dumped, right?

First, take a deep breath. You’ll get over it and move on, I promise. The stuff I’m about to tell you will make you feel a lot better and move that process along. Here’s your guaranteed (actually, nothing in life is guaranteed) breakup survival guide. Read it and get on the road to recovery!Read More »

Halloween With Your Honey

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood, halloween, Living in style

Halloween is a lot of fun no matter age you are, and it doesn’t really matter if you’re single or taken. You can have a blast either way! But if you are taken, there are plenty of ways to include your spouse or loved one in your Halloween events and activities. Many are best done in groups, anyways, but you can drum up a little spooky fun of your own for you and your sweetie. Here are some ideas!Read More »

What To Do When You Meet the Parents

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood

So you’re pretty serious, huh? Your boyfriend (or girlfriend!) has invited you over to family dinner to meet the parents. It can be terrifying, I know. But remember that his or her parents are, at the end of the day, just people. Sure, they’re older than you are, but they had to meet the parents once, too. Don’t be completely scared of them, and keep reading for some tips on how to handle meeting mom and pop for the first time.Read More »

When “Forgive and Forget” Doesn’t Work

in category of Love & Dating, Jordan Alexis, relationships

No relationship is perfect, but “forgive and forget” seems to be the golden rule for keeping the peace in marriages and intimate relationships – until now. A study presented at the American Psychological Association's annual conference last week says that this may not be the case. Arguing through relationship problems can actually be healthier than forgiving your significant other in some cases.Read More »

Outdoor Activities for You and Your Partner

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood

Summer is on its way out for most. The weather may remain steamy for a while, but loads of us are heading back to school, and others are getting a heavier workload as we head into the pre-holiday seasons. So, no matter what reasons you may have for soaking up the last little dregs of summer, I’ve got a great list of things for you and your (beau, significant other, hunnybunchkins, and other embarrassing terms of endearment) to enjoy together.Read More »

Can Astrology Help You Find Love?

in category of Love & Dating, astrology, Melissa DeLara

When Robert Pattinson recently became single, I was curious to find out if we would be compatible. We don’t exactly share the same social circle, so I consulted an astrology website and was somewhat dismayed to find out that, because I am a Libra and Rob is a Taurus, our compatibility ranks at the tepid “Just Friends” mark. To be honest, I’m not really into Twilight anyway. But now I’m wondering if astrological compatibility should be used to help us find love—or be used simply for entertainment.Read More »

Fun Ways to Bond with Your Significant Other

in category of Love & Dating, Abby Lee Hood

Relationships should be fun, and your partner should be your best friend. Oh, you already know that! You should always work on making your significant other your best friend, and spicing things up now and again is a great way to do that. My boyfriend and I have made up a list of sorts of things we’re going to try together. I thought I’d share our thoughts on each, so you can determine if you’d like to try one as well!Read More »