Keep the Fires BurningWritten by Lisa Martin, PCC
The toys are put away, homework's done and kids are in bed. The lunches are made and dishwasher is on. You wash your face, brush your teeth, choose clothes for tomorrow and then collapse into bed beside your spouse. You lean over give your mate a perfunctory kiss and casually comment that your sex life "sure isn't what it used to be before kids"—and instantly fall asleep. It's a familiar scenario that finds its way into jokes and television sit-coms. Nurturing love, intimacy and romance can often drop to bottom of list for working parents. It is easy to understand how this happens. Leaving your love life to last may not intentional—it may just be result of a jam-packed existence. In a working parent's world there is always some event, commitment or task that you or your partner feel you must attend to before taking time for your romantic relationship. Keeping fires burning in your relationship calls for courage. Though this may, at first, seem like an odd statement to make, I draw attention to it because you have risked your love life by introducing new people into family mix. It's easier to revel in unquestioning need your children have for you than risk re-establishing your relationship with your partner on new terms. Regenerating passion, deepening intimacy and growing together in ever-changing dynamic of working parenthood is not necessarily easy but it can be done. Communicate lovingly Speak your truth…tactfully. Studies show number one deterrent to intimacy is lack of communication. The foundation of a satisfying intimate relationship is in knowing and understanding each other's desires and dreams. It is better to speak your truth honestly and gracefully, though you may feel like you're risking rejection, than to harbor anger and/or resentment towards your partner.
| | Tike Tech Double Trouble StrollerWritten by Hans Dekker
Having twins and strolling around park or shopping in mall is not a problem at all with Tike Tech Double Trouble Stroller. Both of your little ones will be comfortable while they ride in style. The 5 point harness system is great for keeping your children safe but also comfortable. It is designed so they can sit up and look out and explore with normal movement without feeling squeezed. When they are ready for a nap each seat reclines independently so one baby can nap while other is sitting up alert. The sun canopy of Tike Tech Double Trouble Stroller is really awesome. It is removable, has many different positions to ensure that sun does not glare on your babies and a transparent window. The canopy also protects your infants during all types of weather, cold, or rain. The very light weight aluminum frame is great for all terrains and road series tires when give both of your babies a smooth ride even on cobblestone walkways or uneven sidewalks. The large moon canopy is also wonderful for allowing your children to view sky and for you to take a peek while they are napping.
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