Cover photo: Nancy le Coutre, left, has been best friends with Antoinette “Toni” Klima for more than 50 years. Inset: At Toni’s wedding in 1968,
Month: February 2011
Not in the mood?
It’s certainly not an easy thing to talk about, but women – just like men – can experience sexual issues that interfere with their relationships,
Honest words about love and motherhood
“Mom.” I’m a mother. The change does not happen the instant you read the plus sign on the home pregnancy test or even when the
A full, rich history to savor
On the first day of Mrs. Phillips’ private kindergarten in 1965 (there was no public kindergarten at that time) in Oxford, Mass., I watched a
A fresh perspective on blind dating
In two months, I’ll be watching my only cousin on my dad’s side, the one who is like a sister, walk down the aisle as
The Long View — Accountability starts at the top
Let’s set aside for a moment the “kissin’ cousins,” “soul mates” and others we cherish in this love-buzzed month of February. To them go the
Bridging the love gap
I am gaining a new appreciation of the phrase “madly in love.” It seems that the world of love and romance has taken on new
Fitness Focus – The dynamic duo
It can be confusing with the ever-changing information regarding fitness and what is best. One thing that remains consistent, however, is that exercise is indeed
Before you say, ‘I Do’
For many people the thought of a prenuptial agreement leaves a bad taste in their mouths. Images of rich old men trying to keep their
Different women, same heartfelt compassion
Compassion, according to psychotherapist Beverly Engel in Psychology Today magazine, “is the ability to understand the emotional state of another person or oneself. Often confused
