We’re only three weeks into the current season of The Bachelor, and tensions are already high. It seems as if one luck contestant, Lesley M., made Bachelor, Sean Lowe, want more after their initial meeting. Lowe toured Lesley to the Guinness World Records Museum. As the tour approached its end, Chris Harrison popped out of nowhere and explained the point of the date. According to UsMagazine.com, the two love birds would kiss on screen for 3 minutes and 16 seconds. Huffintgton Post reports that the couple enjoyed a rooftop dinner after.
How can a kiss help you determine if your partner’s ‘the one’?
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Photo: Tony Madison / PRPhotos.com
By Meghan Fitzgerald
Kim Kardashian wishes to be legally single again. She wants to commit herself to her current boyfriend and baby daddy-to-be Kayne West. According to People, Kardashian is done with all of the rumors and wants to settle down in life with someone who is worth her love. Her retort to rumors that her marriage to Kris Humphries was all for press is, “…that staying married for the sake of the public’s opinion is what really would have been fraudulent,” according to Hollywood Life.
What are some reasons to start dating before your divorce is finalized?
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By Kimberly James
With the recent announcement of Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy’s marriage coming to an end, “soon-to-be divorced” becomes their current relationship status. This transition period of deciding to no longer be together to a finalized divorce can be a lengthy and emotional time period. Similar to the limbo period between heaven and hell, the waiting for closure can create a place of purgatory for even the strongest of people.
It would be very easy to spend this time in mourning for the death of a relationship. Although this is a normal and healthy process to acknowledge the ending, it’s also a time to recognize a new beginning. This time can be used for self-improvement and re-evaluation. Although painful and unexpected, Jennie Garth used the transition time before her divorce to Peter Facinelli finalized to focus on her children, new work projects and on improving her health and fitness. Finding healthy outlets to transfer emotions to is not only beneficial to healing, it’s a way to reconnect with life.
While falling out of love, there are various ways to start the process of falling back into life:
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by Marina Sbrochi for GalTime.com
10 Love Resolutions to Make to Yourself
Here we are at the beginning and end of a year, all in one. That means it is time to set some resolutions. Maybe you’re thinking, “Oh, no! Not me! I don’t do resolutions.” Not to worry. We’re not talking about anything that has to do with a weight scale or bank account or de-cluttering that junk drawer in the kitchen. This is the year you can really focus on yourself and build great habits to take good care of you every single day.
The New Year is always that time to let go of the old and stagnate parts of your life to make room for the new and exciting ones. With all the spine-tingling sensations coming your way, now is a good time for you to start a new relationship. This does not mean that you dump your current relationship to find a new one. Rather, view this as making a new start with your current partner. To create a memorable 2013, filled with an invigorating romance to last well beyond the year, here are five steps to lead you to a “new” relationship:
It was definitely a “rockin’” night for Taylor Swift and Harry Styles on New Year’s Eve. The swooning duo celebrated the evening in Time Square with an official kiss that was captured by a witness’ fuzzy photo, which has now gone viral. Swift, 23, was in New York City to perform “I Knew You Were Trouble” and “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” that Monday night on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest. With millions of people watching that night, Swift and Styles’ New Year’s kiss was a romantic moment seen round the world.
What are some ways to welcome the New Year with your partner?
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by Terri Trespicio for GalTime.com
…unless you’re a vampire
In the final scene of Breaking Dawn, Part II (trust me, this is hardly a spoiler), our immortal lovers make out in a field of daisies, promising they will love each other forever. As the scene fades to black, the word “forever” burns across the screen.
Scott Disick and Kourtney Kardashian. Photo: BRJ/MiamiPIXX/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Courtney Allen
Hollywood just may be the one place where the phrase “love is a battlefield” is an understatement. The land of fortune and fame is the forefront for some of the most scandalous relationships and splits we’ve ever witnessed.
But finding love is not the problem for these celebs; it’s keeping it. For many, passionate romances and ‘I do’s’ end as suddenly and tragically as their last. But luckily, every love story has a different ending… and some endings turn into new beginnings. These four celebrity couples came armed the second time around on the battlefield of love and came out on top:
Winner of Cosmopolitan’s 2012 Bachelor of Texas, Don Vaughn is more than just a hot body with gorgeous dimples. He’s also a neuroscientist, a musician, a model and, more importantly, a man with a big heart. Originally from San Diego, California, Vaughn was a “huge nerd” growing up and found his first love in high school: science. With little attention from girls, he spent much of his spare time learning music and figuring himself out. Fast forward to today, his hobbies have stayed the same, but some things have definitely changed.
After winning the title of Bachelor of Texas, Vaughn was automatically nominated into the Bachelor of the Year competition, going up against some of the hottest men in America, one from each of state. Ultimately, the winner was Mr. Louisiana. Even so, Vaughn is very grateful to have been considered at all and wouldn’t change anything about his experience. “The world has ways of working things out; you don’t always get what you want. I’m happy with everything that happened.”
Glee creator is singing with joy! On Dec. 24, E! News confirms that Ryan Murphy and his husband David Miller have welcomed their first child — and what a name?! Son Logan Phineas Miller Murphy was born at 9:47 am, measuring at 21 inches long and weighing a good 6 lbs., 6 oz. The couple quickly sent out a birth announcement of baby Logan photographed in a Christmas stocking to their family and friends. This past October, Murphy had mentioned to The Hollywood Reporter that he wants to start a family very soon. “I think I’ll be incredibly fun and overwhelmed and all about manners.”
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan-Tatum. Photo: KM/FAMEFLYNET
By Jennifer Ross
On Christmas day, Channing Tatum posted a picture of himself holding Jenna Dewan-Tatum’s baby bump. People’s Sexiest Man Alive had just announced earlier this month that he and wife are expecting their first child. The picture was posted on Tatum’s WhoSay page with the comment, “Merry Christmas.” The day before, on Christmas Eve, Dewan-Tatum, 32, tweeted to her fans, “Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you all!! Hope you are having fun with loved ones! Xox.” When first talking about starting a family, Tatum, 32, told People, “The first number that pops into my head is three, but I just want one to be healthy and then we’ll see where we go after that.”
What are some ways to get involved in your partner’s pregnancy?
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By Jennifer Ross
It was Christmas in LA for Rihanna and Chris Brown this year. On Dec. 25, the returning duo celebrates Christmas together at the LA Lakers vs. New York Knicks basketball game being held at the Staples Center. An eyewitness tells Usmagazine.com Rihanna, 24, and Brown, 23, were “laughing and chatting.” Also, they seem to look “happy together.” The attire for the evening is all black, with Rihanna bearing her midriff and Brown wearing a leather jacket. Although Rihanna and Brown have spent more time together lately and tweeted photos showing them together, Rihanna still considers herself single. On Dec. 18 she tweets, “Being single sucks.”
How do you know when to give your ex a second chance?
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By Jennifer Ross
People’s newest celebrity blogger Beverley Mitchell starts her blogging with big news. In her debut writing, Mitchell, 31 announces that she and husband Michael Cameron are expecting their first child in April. Mitchell is best known for playing Lucy Camden on the TV show, 7th Heaven. As an added bonus, she also claims that they will have a baby girl! In describing her feelings over getting pregnant she writes, “We were not trying, but this magical little accident has already enriched our lives so very much… we are thrilled to be welcoming a beautiful baby girl into our family! And yes, she has already stolen my husband’s heart.” Meeting back in their college days, Mitchell and Cameron have been together for 20 years and married for just four years. As unborn baby continues to grow, Mitchell is happy to blog her experience every step of the way. “I am so excited for this crazy adventure and I am honored to have the opportunity to share it with you.”
How do you prepare for a baby girl versus a baby boy?
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By Jennifer Ross
After giving birth on Sept. 27, Megan Fox and husband Brian Austin Green have yet to release a photo of baby Noah. However, Fox is willing to give us a visual image. In an interview on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, Fox says, “He looks, I would say, 70 percent like Brian… recently he’s been getting chubbier and everyone’s like, ‘Oh, he’s so chubby — now he looks like you.” Jokingly, she can’t decide if that is a compliment. According to UsMagazine.com, Fox then claims that she has Reese Witherspoon to thank for indirectly helping her to deliver in secrecy. “She went into labor the day before I did, and all of the paparazzi followed her to Santa Monica. So when I went into labor, I went to Cedars [Sinai Medical Center in L.A.], and nobody cared or knew I was there. So I got in and out. I left the next day and nobody knew. It was a big secret for three weeks.” The word got out when Fox posted a comment about baby Noah on Facebook. “We are humbled to have the opportunity to call ourselves the parents of this beautiful soul.”
What are some reasons to keep your labor under wraps?
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By Jennifer Ross
For the second time, Kristen Stewart is publicly apologizing. This time, however, her apology is addressed to the world. Several months after publicly apologizing over her cheating scandal, the Twilight star tells Newsweek, “I apologize to everyone for making them so angry. It was not my intention.” Although she has been the most hated and loved topic of interest since her infidelity with her Snow White and the Huntsman director Rupert Sanders, Stewarts says, “It’s not a terrible thing if you’re either loved or hated.” Even so, her main concern, besides reconciliation with boyfriend Rob Patterson, is working on her talent. “I don’t care [about people’s opinions]…It doesn’t keep me from doing my s———.”
What are some of the main repercussions of cheating?
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan-Tatum. Photo: KM/FAMEFLYNET
By Jennifer Ross
It appears Channing Tatum has made magic with wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum. A rep for the Hollywood couple confirms to UsMagazine.com, “Jenna Dewan-Tatum and Channing Tatum are pleased to announce that they are expecting the birth of their first child next year.” The couple met in 2006 while both were on the set of Step Up and were married just three years later in Malibu, CA. Regarding whether the pregnancy was planned, an source says, “It was a total surprise.” The Magic Mike star, 32, is planning on taking time off next year to be with his pregnant wife and baby-to-be. When asked earlier this year of having a family by Usmagazine.com, Dewan-Tatum, 32, said she would want a family with Tatum but isn’t sure when it will happen. When it’s meant to be, it will happen.” Guess she doesn’t have to wait much longer.
What are some ways to decide when to have your first child?
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale. Photo: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos
By Jennifer Ross
With her long list of accomplishments, Gwen Stefani claims her biggest moment is having a family with husband Gavin Rossdale. The couple just celebrated their 10-year anniversary, a huge accomplishment in the music industry. In an interview with Vogue, published in the January 2013 issue, the No Doubt lead singer describes her lasting marriage as, “It’s pride. You feel proud. There are just so many rewards that come with it… It’s like these wars that go on and then you kind of get through to the other side, and it’s like, ‘Wow.’” The glue to their marriage — their two children, sons Kingston James McGregor, 6½, and Zuma Nesta Rock, 4. “Having kids takes the whole relationship to another place. It is the ultimate collaboration.” From success at work to at home, Stafani, 43, sometimes can’t believe anyone can be this lucky in life. Every day I’m like, ‘Really? Are you serious? Thank you, God. This is too good.’”
How does raising children bring you closer together as a couple?
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By Courtney Allen
‘Tis the season to be jolly, especially with the one you love. Take advantage of this year’s exciting end with your significant other by spreading holiday cheer the best way possible: by giving back. Show thanks for everything in your life, including your sweetie, by bringing fortune into the lives of others. Here are five great ways for you and your honey to wrap up the year right:
Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy. Photo: Janet Mayer / PR Photos; Teach/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Jennifer Ross
Sources confirm, Bethenny Frankel is not happy with husband Jason Hoppy. On the third season of Bravo’s Bethenny Ever After, the theme seems to be a whole lot of fighting. Now, sources tell UsMagazine.com, things are much worse. “Things have gotten even more strained in recent months. They’re fighting a lot.” With the feuds escalating to what they are, the self-made mogul, 42, and businessman Hoppy are spending more and more time apart. Recently, Hoppy spent the day golfing while Frankel hosted her Skinnygirl’s Christmas party. Also, Frankel escaped in late November to a girls’ getaway, therefore, excluding Hoppy, 41. What’s a major reason for all the arguments? A source says it’s the differences in career ambition. Bethenny is said to be “very focused” while Hoppy is “not driven.” But don’t count these two broken up yet; Frankel still “wants to make it work. “
How do you know when to call it quits in your marriage?
Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris. Photo: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos
By Jennifer Ross
It looks like these two love-birds are back at it again. At 86 years-young, Hugh Hefner is engaged again to Crystal Harris. To make it official, the couple took to Twitter to announce the news. Playboy’s founder tweeted, “I’ve given Crystal Harris a ring. I love the girl.” Soon after, the 26 year-old fiancée posted pictures of her ring, calling it “my beautiful ring.” With all these announcements going around, what wasn’t mentioned at all was a wedding date. However, sources reveal to People the wedding will be on New Year’s Eve at the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles, which was the same wedding plan after their first engagement. In 2011, Harris called off the wedding days before the big day. Then, both Harris and Hefner bad mouthed each other; Harris calling Hefner a two-second man and Hefner stating he “missed a bullet” when the wedding was called off. Hopefully, these two can leave 2011 in the past.
What are some things to be careful of in an on-again off-again relationship?
Jenna Bush Hager and Henry Hager. Photo: Diane Cohen/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Jennifer Ross
After several months of secrecy, ex-first daughter Jenna Bush Hager and husband Henry Hager announce that they are expecting their first child. In an exclusive interview with People, the Today’s Correspondent exclaims, “We’re so excited. We can’t wait.” That’s exactly how the rest of the Bush clan feels about the new addition, set to arrive next spring. The first grandchild for former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush, the Bush’s called into Wednesday’s Today Show to publicly congratulate their daughter and son-in-law. “We’re both really thrilled. We’ve been looking forward to being grandparents for a long time and we’re very excited about it,” says Laura Bush. The former President added, “I’m fired up…I could barely contain the news.” When it comes to buying gifts for baby Hager, the Bush family will have to choose neutral colors. The proud parents-to-be are waiting to learn the baby’s gender.
How do you prepare your relationship for a first child?
Cory Monteith and Lea Michele. Photo: Juan Rico/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Jennifer Ross
It is not surprising that when actors have chemistry on-screen, feelings can keep rolling after the director screams “cut!” The lines between fiction and reality can get blurry with all those hormones raging. No matter how professional an actor claims to be, when it comes to love, sometimes you just can’t fight the resistance for too long. For many TV fans, the reel-to-real romance is exactly what they want. Take a peek at some of Hollywood’s romantic couples, on-and-off screen.
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By Jennifer Ross
Now that the word is out that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is expecting their first child, family and friends are excited and concerned. A royal source tells People, “There is a real excitement but obviously people are anxious about the Duchess.” On Dec. 6, the Duchess, 30, was released from the hospital, after being treated for a severe form of nausea, known as hyperemesis gravidarum. Prince William, 30, and the Duchess were hoping to keep the pregnancy a secret until Christmas, had she not become ill. But how were the royal family, including Queen Elizabeth, notified about the pregnancy? A source reports that Prince William informed the Queen, Prince Charles and Prince Harry about the great news just before his wife was hospitalized. Friends were informed by the public announcement. Incredibly, the pregnancy was planned for new baby to come into the world without stealing the spotlight from the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee or any foreign tours. Majesty editor Ingrid Seward says, “Kate is probably one of the most organized [royal] women we’ve ever known.”
What are some ways to announce your pregnancy as a couple?
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By Jennifer Ross
Country music stars Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert are definitely into having a very merry Christmas time. It not only is a holiday they love to celebrate, it is their “light at the end of the tunnel.” In the Dec. 3 issue, Lambert tells UsMagazine.com, “We can stop rushing around and just be together.” Going back to his childhood days, Shelton loves “to decorate” for the holidays and choose “food out of magazines” for his 29 year-old bride to make. Also, Shelton, 36, asked his talented singing wife to accompany him in a duet on “Home” for his NBC special, Blake Shelton’s Not So Family Christmas. Without hesitation, Lambert was more than willing to contribute. “I’m glad to be a part of it. I loved watching him sing with Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson. He was so comfortable with the biggest divas on the planet!”
What do you do if your partner isn’t a fan of the holidays?
