Can You Change the One You Love?

The beginning of a relationship is pure bliss.  Everything is adorable.   Our pet peeves and dislikes seem to fade away in the cloud of passion and excitement that fills our world.  She smokes? That’s ok, she has so many other great qualities.  He is a workaholic?  Not a big deal, he is powerful and successful.  She has 4 kids? They are so cute and so much fun.  Then six months down the road reality strikes.   You really hate smoking but never said anything.  You are lonely and are in desperate need of attention.  Deep down inside, you are not ready to take on additional children and it has become overwhelming.  What happened to the excitement, unconditional love and acceptance? …continue reading Can You Change the One You Love?