Should I Change My Name After Divorce?

Should I Change My Name After Divorce?

Jackie
Divorce

Why do women take their husband’s last name? Are you familiar with the word Coverture?

It means:

noun

  1. 1.

    LITERARY

    protective or concealing covering.

  2. 2.

    HISTORICAL•LAW

    the legal status of a married woman, considered to be under her husband's protection and authority.

I never really wanted to change my name when I got married the first time around but I did. From that point forward I didn’t feel like myself. I felt like I was “his”, meaning my then husband.

Cleaning out the basement the other day I came across my old wedding album and a bunch of feelings came with it. I kept it around until my daughter got older in case she wanted to keep some of the pictures.

She doesn't btw so it's en route to a landfill.

Nasal Rinse Neti Pot

Nasal Rinse Neti Pot

Jackie
Heath

I first learned about nasal irrigation 20 years ago when I was battling chronic sinusitis a.k.a sinus infection. My daughter, who was a toddler at the time, was also struggling with sinus infection after sinus infection and I was desperate for relief for both of us!

A friend told me about the Neti Pot and from that point forward, I’ve been able to stave off sinus infections for both of us. I suggest it to EVERYONE as a way to fight allergy season and cold/flu season.

Here are five benefits of a saline nasal wash, such as a neti pot.

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Gifts

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Gifts

Jackie

Gift-giving is a powerful way to show love and appreciation to our teenagers. It's not about buying expensive items, but rather about showing them that we care about them and want to make them feel special. When we give gifts, we communicate to our teenagers that we were thinking about them, and we took the time to choose something that we thought they would like. Click to read more…

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Acts of Service

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Acts of Service

Jackie
Parenting

"True greatness is expressed in serving. Acts of service freely given from parents to teenagers are true expressions of emotional love", says Dr. Chapman in his book The Five Love Languages for Teenagers. This post is about how parenting is all about acts of service. How we serve them can have a lasting effect on our kids during their teen years and beyond.

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Quality Time

5 Love Languages of Teenagers - Quality Time

Jackie
Parenting

It's so hard to find time with our teenagers being so busy. If they're driving, that's less time spent together. They have friends they want to hang out with now, school activities and possibly a job. We have to plan those moments and really key into them to show them how much we care.

The Squatty Potty Saved My Butt

The Squatty Potty Saved My Butt

Jackie
Heath

Let's talk shit about poop! Many people have toilet issues so let's have an open conversation about it! The problems some people have, and one solution that has helped my toilet issues become a thing of the past.

I'm Not Raising A "Good" Kid

I'm Not Raising A "Good" Kid

Jackie
Parenting

Have you ever said to your son or daughter "Be a good boy (or girl)"? I remember a few nuggets like these from my parents, also "Children should be seen and not heard". Do you agree with these concepts?

Is Your Child Bullied?

Is Your Child Bullied?

Jackie
Parenting

What do you do when you know your child is getting bullied? As parents, we feel helpless. Sometimes we feel all we can do is support them, teach them how to defend themselves and hope for the best. Warning: this story is NOT about tolerance and turning the other cheek.

Things I Want In A Life Partner

Things I Want In A Life Partner

Jackie
Relationships

I think it's important to know what qualities you want in a person you are going to spend your life with right? When you really think about it, that means every day, day in and day out...for 50 + years. Geez, that's a lot of life to live with someone who doesn't embody qualities you love, respect and admire.

Who Cleans The Toilet?

Who Cleans The Toilet?

Jackie
Relationships

I hope you're talking about these things BEFORE you get married. These are real life things that can cause resentment in a relationship if people go into it with unfulfilled expectations. I encourage people who are either newly married or planning their wedding day to get into the discussion of “who will clean the toilets…?” and load the dishwasher, and mop the floors, and pay the bills, and chauffer the kids, etc. 

Should I Medicate My Child for Depression?

Should I Medicate My Child for Depression?

Jackie
Parenting

My experience with my daughter's depression. I was hell-bent on not medicating her. I was refusing her treatment for what I would eventually find out is a serious illness and could have cost me her life. Read our story and decide what is best for you and your child.

Why It's Okay To Spend Time Alone

Why It's Okay To Spend Time Alone

Jackie
Women

Are you afraid to ask for some time to yourself? Do you feel you have to constantly care for your family or it may appear you don't care about them? This post will help you find moments throughout your day when you can take some time for yourself. You may even work up the nerve to ask your family for a much-needed day off.

Finding Your Child's Passion

Finding Your Child's Passion

Jackie
Parenting

I've spent most of her life trying to help my daughter find her passion. She went from art classes to ballet classes to soccer and horse riding and nothing ever kept her interest. Until she found something that shocked me!

Children and Chores

Children and Chores

Jackie
Parenting

This post is about why doing house chores helps children become more successful in their future. Chores are a way to bring your family together and create much needed bonding time with your children. Chores encourage independence, confidence, and teach life-long skills.

Overcoming Depression and Anxiety

Overcoming Depression and Anxiety

Jackie
Guest Bloggers

Guest Blogger Bonnie McConaughy writes about her battle with depression and anxiety that started when she was a child. Her passion for becoming a writer helped her through the difficult times and she found the strength to fulfill and live her dreams.

A Guide to Coming Out

A Guide to Coming Out

Jackie
LGBT

"Coming Out" - a sort of 'How to' guide from a teen for teens (and preteens) and heck anyone who is realizing they are attracted to their same gender. My lesbian daughter Claire shares her experiences and gives advice on how to finally be free by telling everyone you're a lesbian, gay or bisexual.

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