Mary Petramalo – FamilyToday https://www.familytoday.com Here today, better tomorrow. Thu, 14 Jul 2016 06:30:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.3 https://wp-media.familytoday.com/2020/03/favicon.ico Mary Petramalo – FamilyToday https://www.familytoday.com 32 32 Spark magic in your relationship in 7 days with these 7 ideas https://www.familytoday.com/relationships/spark-magic-in-your-relationship-in-7-days-with-these-7-ideas/ Thu, 14 Jul 2016 06:30:00 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/spark-magic-in-your-relationship-in-7-days-with-these-7-ideas/ Yes, you have the most amazing marriage.

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You are so lucky and blessed to be married to your sweetheart!

You got married because you felt the magic that money cannot buy. You got married because you found someone who completed you. You got married because you couldn't imagine a day without your soulmate.

Whether you have the most blissful marriage on the planet or your relationship could use a little help, this list is perfect for you.

These seven ideas are designed to spark that magic that can only exists between you and your love.

Continue to enjoy the magic of marriage.

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19 photos any REAL parent understands (no matter how good of a parent you are) https://www.familytoday.com/family/19-photos-any-real-parent-understands-no-matter-how-good-of-a-parent-you-are/ Mon, 27 Jun 2016 06:30:00 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/19-photos-any-real-parent-understands-no-matter-how-good-of-a-parent-you-are/ Here is the awesomeness of being a parent.

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Here is to every parent who has walked into a room and had the thought, "Why? Why me?!"

1. Why? Why does this happen??

2. Doing art David style

3. You get creative when trying to talk on the phone

4. Hiding doesn't make a difference

5. No piece of paper is clean, especially the one you want to use

6. Dining out be like

7. Bathroom breaks turn into ...

8. You

thought you were in control

9. Every meal

10. When this happens and you swear you aren't a horrible parent

11. And you need to make a very important phone call

12. Ehhem ... you don't need to wash your hair anyway

13. You were only out of the room for 15 seconds to get your phone, and ...

14. Well at least extreme hairstyles are "in" these days

15. Why?

16. The bathroom's natural state

17. The never ending story

18. Well ... it happens. First thought: "YUCK!" Second thought: "Ehh.. builds immunity."

19. You can't leave the two of them alone for a second ... at least one is trying to clean it up

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21 of the cutest ways to announce your pregnancy https://www.familytoday.com/family/21-of-the-cutest-ways-to-announce-your-pregnancy/ Thu, 16 Jun 2016 06:30:01 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/21-of-the-cutest-ways-to-announce-your-pregnancy/ These are seriously adorable.

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Here's to all those baby bumps!

1. The crafty way

2. The festive way

3. The active way

4. The clothes way

5. The bathroom way

6. The gamer way

7. The bling way

8. The food way

9. The button way

10. The superhero way

11. The car way

12. The cruel way

13. The music way

I love my job! #pregoannouncement #photoglife #vanillaiceBABY #hipsters

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14. The balloon way

15. The sandwich way

16. The football way

#pregoannouncement

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17. The skater way

18. The Starbucks way

19. The movie way

20. The candy bar way

21. The motorcycle way

Which ones have you used? Comment any new ideas!

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11 things you should absolutely avoid on your wedding day https://www.familytoday.com/relationships/11-things-you-should-absolutely-avoid-on-your-wedding-day/ Tue, 07 Jun 2016 06:30:01 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/11-things-you-should-absolutely-avoid-on-your-wedding-day/ Please, for the sake of humanity, don't make these part of your wedding day.

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Every girl has fantasized for hours about her dream wedding, wanting nothing more than the picture-perfect day. However, some things just don't go as planned.

Here's some advice from the well-seasoned. Avoid the following on your wedding day ... at all costs.

Taking pictures on a dock

Petting strange animals in your wedding dress

Having tooooo long of a ceremony

Wind. Enough said.

Having photo shoot catastrophes

Allowing your new hubby to try a new trick

Having stairs as part of your ceremonial walk

Including a drink tower at the reception

Starting your wedding night like this

Dooming all your bridesmaids to singledom

And, um ...

Ending your wedding this way

There are many more positive ways to make your special day memorable, so just leave these out.

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Can you fall in love with someone by observing them in these 14 different situations? https://www.familytoday.com/relationships/can-you-fall-in-love-with-someone-by-observing-them-in-these-14-different-situations/ Thu, 26 May 2016 06:30:00 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/can-you-fall-in-love-with-someone-by-observing-them-in-these-14-different-situations/ Love at first experience?

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Psychologists have been intrigued with the question, "Can you make two people fall in love?" And can you expedite the process? Psychologist Arthur Aron conducted a study in which he devised 36 questions that would create a vulnerable atmosphere, and wouldn't normally be asked so quickly in a relationship.

If love can be fostered through specific questions and learning particular details about one another, what happens when you actually see each other in certain situations?

Some people feel the need to date for years before they get married, while others can't wait to tie the knot.

No matter how long it takes, it is really about the process of getting there. Coming to know each other — strengths and weaknesses — is a journey that is taken as you pass through different experiences with each other and talk about your lives.

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54 phrases of affirmation your husband needs to hear from you https://www.familytoday.com/relationships/54-phrases-of-affirmation-your-husband-needs-to-hear-from-you/ Tue, 24 May 2016 06:30:00 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/54-phrases-of-affirmation-your-husband-needs-to-hear-from-you/ Not only does he need this, but you need it too.

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It is incredibly easy to get into the flow of life and just live day after day doing and saying the same things. However, it is vitally important to mix life up and enjoy every bit of it you can. It is important to let your husband know how much you love and appreciate him.

Make sure when you give him a compliment it is sincere. Never give a fluffy compliment just to give one because he can tell when you really mean it. It is important to mean what you say and allow him to feel the sincerity in your voice.

Here is a list of phrases of affirmation to help you think outside of the box and come up with new ways of saying how much you love your guy.

Most of all, just enjoy the small things and take advantage of every moment.

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Can you guess these animals based on their eye? https://www.familytoday.com/family/can-you-guess-these-animals-based-on-their-eye/ Mon, 23 May 2016 06:30:00 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/can-you-guess-these-animals-based-on-their-eye/ It's trickier than you think!

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Alright, let's see how well you know your animals. Once you guess, click "show answer" to have the animal revealed to you.

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QUIZ: Will you have a boy or a girl? https://www.familytoday.com/family/quiz-will-you-have-a-boy-or-a-girl/ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:46:38 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/quiz-will-you-have-a-boy-or-a-girl/ Blue or pink?

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The books are filled with legends and house-wife tales of how to predict what gender your unborn child is. Some seem pretty believable, some seem like the biggest hoax. The following questions are some of the most popular prediction tactics. Find out what if you will be having a prince or a princess!

After the quiz, if you want more information check out this article from Today.com.

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QUIZ: What does your hair color reveal about your personality? https://www.familytoday.com/family/quiz-what-does-your-hair-color-reveal-about-your-personality/ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:56:04 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/quiz-what-does-your-hair-color-reveal-about-your-personality/ I'm a dirty blond, and it couldn't have been more right!

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There are a million studies that have been done on color and psychology. Color Meanings has done many of such studies. For example, they have found that when a girl wears a certain color it makes her more attractive. Or when a company uses a specific color for their website or logo, this automatically and subconciously conveys meaning to the onlooker.

For instance, I went on a date last week and I wore red— which makes you appear more attractive to the opposite gender. Smart move, I know. Today, I am wearing a blue top because I have a very interview later. This color subconciously helps the person I will be interacting with feel loyalty, strength, wisdom and trust.

Your eyes are taking in millions of colors every minute that causes us to feel certain emotions or feelings. Then depending on what we feel we act accordingly. It's quite fascinating.

This same source has done a study on what your natural hair color reveals about your personality. Its a color you see on yourself daily. How does this affect who you are?

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11 undeniable signs he is ‘the one’ https://www.familytoday.com/relationships/11-undeniable-signs-he-is-the-one/ Fri, 20 May 2016 06:30:01 +0000 http://www.famifi.com/oc/11-undeniable-signs-he-is-the-one/ Stop with the guessing game.

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No one wants to admit dating is one fatty game. But it is a little more serious than "LIFE" and actually affects your life on a day-to-day basis (and definitely your future and your children's futures).

Dating gets a little daunting, especially when you are at the point with someone where you either tie the knot or go find different fish in the sea.

If you're wondering if your guy is your "one," wonder no more. Find peace and discover if you should share vows by looking for these signs.

Use these signs and find your man, your "ONE."

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