How to tell if your relationship is ready for your first vacation

Ah, the first vacation as a couple. It’s a tried and true milestone of a relationship. And the post-first couple’s vacation break up…is less of a milestone and more of a dead-end. But, it’s pretty tried and true. Read more

What to do When Meeting His Friends Doesn’t go Well

Meeting your new guy’s friends is a huge deal. Not quite as big as meeting the parents, but it’s definitely on the same relationship marker spectrum. It means he’s proud of you and wants to show you off to people who are important to him. And he should be. You’re awesome, woman! But, that first friend meet isn’t always smooth sailing. I’ve heard friend horror stories that will make even the worst mother-in-law stories look like fairy tales. Here’s what to do when things go awry in the friend department. Read more