The holidays are meant to be shared with the people you love, and for Marcus Grodd and Lacy Faddoul, they did just that! According to Wetpaint.com, the Bachelor in Paradise couple spent their first Thanksgiving together in Faddoul’s home state of California. Both reality stars posted sweet pictures together on their Instagram accounts. Faddoul captioned one photo, “Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for those that love and support our little family. #family #friends #bachelornation.” Grodd then wrote, “Happy Thanksgiving Day from our family to yours! Hold your loved ones close #blessed #love #gobble.” From the background of the photos, we are guessing they were snapped in The Golden State, which also happens to be where the couple has been spending most of their time these days. This adorable pair seems to be powering through the holiday season joyfully!
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Something mystical occurs when a beloved arrives and touches our heart. We become mesmerized as if we’re under a spell, and we are deaf to all rational thought. We are cut off from cognitive reasoning and common sense as he slips his hand in ours. We blindly ignore the wedding ring on his hand, the calls from his kids during love making, and holidays alone as he spends time with family and friends.
On this week’s Single in Stilettos show, founder Suzanne Oshima talks to Ms. Solomon from TheDatingTruth.com about the five biggest dating mistakes that women make with men. Ladies, here are things you often do that are keeping you single: You think you can’t be beautiful and smart; you always have to prove a point; you lead with your credentials and accomplishments; you can’t give a good sound bite and tend to dominate the conversation; and you put down other women.
Lisa Haisha is a woman who can’t be stopped. Not only is she a life coach, motivational speaker, and author, but she also works with nonprofit organizations like Whispers from Children’s Hearts Foundation. Now, she is helping people discover the answers to life’s most soul-searching questions through Soul Blazing, her unique therapy method. In our exclusive interview, Haisha chats with us about all things celebrity couples and relationship advice!
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By Shannon Seibert
You may have graduated years ago, but college life is still just as fun! As a fun weekend date idea, head back to your alma mater with your sweetheart to check out a football game, watch a performing arts group, and visit your favorite university bar or restaurant.
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Question from Jane C.: This guy and I have been dating for a few months now, and everything is going great, but I sometimes get bothered by the way he interacts with other girls on social media. It will pop up on my Facebook Newsfeed that he’s liked a bunch of girl’s photos or commented on some girl’s picture. Should I read into this, or am I just being paranoid?
Suzanne K. Oshima, Matchmaker: When you’re dating someone exclusively, it just means that you’re not going to date other people. It doesn’t mean that he can’t be friends with other women or like their photos on Facebook.
However, that being said, his behavior could be inappropriate based on the type of photos he’s liking or commenting on. If the photos are innocent in nature, then I wouldn’t be so worried. But if the photos are sexy or provocative photos of the women and he’s making inappropriate comments, then it’s definitely a red flag that he may have a wandering eye. Not to mention the fact that it’s completely disrespectful to you! If the tables were reversed, I’m sure he wouldn’t appreciate you liking and commenting on photos of other men with their shirts off or flexing their muscles.
It’s not something that I would say you should break up over. However, it is something that you should keep an eye out for.
Paige Wyatt, Reality Star: The way people interact online can give you a good insight to their personality. In your boyfriend’s case, he seems to be flirty and outgoing. He doesn’t think twice when he comments on girls’ pictures or posts on their walls because that’s his personality. He probably doesn’t see anything wrong with it. His online interactions are completely innocent to him because he doesn’t think too deeply into them. Although it may not be a problem to him, it is for you. It’s important to be open and honest with your feelings and opinions, so let him know what you’re thinking. Otherwise, he may never change his behavior.
Robert Manni, Guy’s Guy: It’s called social media for a reason. People connect online and socialize. Unfortunately, a lot of guys raised on social media think the way to score dates is sitting in front of their laptops in their tightey whiteys and hitting on random women. And that could be the case here. Without knowing the parameters of Jane’s relationship, it’s easy to condemn this guy for blatantly flirting while he’s dating Jane.
If they’re in an exclusive relationship, Jane might ask why he’s so friendly with these other women. If he’s evasive or she doesn’t buy his answer, she has some choices. She can put up with it (not recommended), return the favor and also flirt online, or start dating other people — at least until he realizes what’s good for guys can be very good for the ladies.
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In this week’s dating advice video, relationship expert and E!’s Famously Single dating coach, Laurel House talks about what to do when you meet your partner’s parents.”There are several things you can do to make that greeting less stressful and actually fun for everyone,” she explains. “You just have to remember to keep the romance and connection alive.” Listen up to find out everything you need to know before your beau joins your family’s Thanksgiving table!
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It’s that time of year to give thanks for all the good fortune we have in our lives. Whether it be a successful career, good health or a great family, there’s no better way to celebrate Thanksgiving (or strengthen your relationship) than by acknowledging your partner, lover or spouse. We tend to overlook the person who matters most to us, and that’s why we’ve come up with 10 ways that will show your sweetheart how grateful you are that they’re in your life:
On this week’s Single in Stilettos show, founder Suzanne Oshima talks to Duana Welch, PhD, author of Love Factually: 10 Proven Steps from I Wish to I Do!, about why you can’t make a man fall in love with you. Usually, if a woman asks the question, “How can I make a man love me?,” it’s because the relationship is one-sided. It’s impossible to make a man see you as his perfect match if he simply doesn’t have feelings for you. Remember that love is reciprocal — you can’t make him love you if he doesn’t!
If there’s ever a time to step away from the hustle and bustle that life throws at you, it’s the holiday season, which begins with Thanksgiving. For those of you who love plopping down in front of the television with family and friends to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, you owe all the bliss and excitement to John Piper, Vice President and Creative Director of the Macy’s Parade Studio.
Piper is happily anticipating the new Thomas the Tank Engine balloon that will be featured in this year’s parade. He says we’ll be “going from being a train on the tracks to a train flying high in the sky!” The creative craftsman says that his team works year-round to prepare for the parade, and it took about eight and a half months to build Thomas.
Relationship Advice for Enjoying The Thanksgiving Day Parade with a Loved One
The handyman believes that the parade is an exceptional opportunity for couples to build long-lasting traditions. Sharing his best relationship advice, he expresses, “The parade is a celebration of our culture; it’s a celebration of our time. It brings together giant characters floating in the air. There’s something for everybody to enjoy, so enjoy it with somebody who’s special to you.”
It’s no secret that love is in the air during the holiday season. In our exclusive interview, Piper reveals, “Of a team of 200 people…3 couples have gotten married who have met each other inflating balloons!” He also happily proclaims, “You never know who Thomas might bring together for the first time and set them on track for a long relationship.”
Togetherness is the biggest blessing that the parade brings to families. “I look at the sidelines as I’m working, and I see nothing but kids — it doesn’t matter how old they are; they’re all kids!” he explains. “They’re all just in awe about what they’re seeing and experiencing together.”
Be sure to catch Thomas the Tank Engine and the other amazing balloons during this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, airing on Thursday, November 27th at 9 a.m. on NBC!
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By Shannon Seibert
Sure, Black Friday sales are tempting, but they can also be super crazy. Going shopping in that chaos can flare some tensions between you and your sweetheart. The overwhelmingly massive crowds and lines might test the limits of your relationship and love. So consider this piece of dating advice: Spend this weekend inside with your love, tracking the deals online and planning shopping trips for calmer days. Embrace your inner child and prepare your lists for Santa Claus too.
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By Maggie Manfredi
Walk this way! According to People.com. Fifty Shades of Grey star Jamie Dornan has a blaring insecurity — his walk. On The Graham Norton Show, the actor explained that he learned to walk on his tiptoes instead of heel-to-toe. If he was a mailman or an accountant this might not matter, but production crews on sets started to notice and Dornan had to fix his step. Not even Christian Grey can be perfect.
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5 Ingredient Fix host Claire Robinson knows a thing or two about the fear of hosting Thanksgiving dinner and how to deal with it head on! Plus, she offers relationship advice that will heat up the kitchen this holiday in our exclusive interview with her .
Exclusive Interview: Claire Robinson’s Best Holiday Cooking Tips
“It stresses everybody out — the veterans are stressed too!” she says of holiday cooking. In our celebrity interview, the Food Network star advises us to forget the pressures of a full household and stick to the staples. “You have to remember what Thanksgiving is all about,” she shares in our celebrity video exclusive. “To me, that is the easiest way to get that pressure to start to release and enjoy your time in the kitchen a little more.”
Of course, we had to ask the chef about the best desserts for the Thanksgiving season too. “Pumpkin is always the classic, but put a little bit of chocolate in there,” the celebrity chef suggests.
Robinson also chatted about a cause close to her heart: Unilever’s projectSunlight, which helps create a brighter future for children. “There’s one in five children in America actually struggling with hunger,” she reveals. “That’s 16 million children.” She encourages people to participate this holiday season by purchasing Unilever products; the proceeds will fund projectSunlight.
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So many women struggle with the first step when it comes to dating: how to meet a great guy. You can’t just do one or two things and expect the right man to come along; you need to put yourself out there in a variety of ways if you really want to find someone special. On this week’s Single in Stilettos show, founder Suzanne Oshima talks to dating coach Tripp to answer this elusive question. If you want to meet men, he recommends that you: go out more; try online dating; make eye contact and smile; compliment him; and always look your best.
When it comes to the biffle bible, it is safe to say that the commandment, “Thou shalt not date a friend’s ex” is at the top of the list. Friendship is based on trust and honesty and so are monogamous relationships. However, it is always important to follow your heart and to do the things in life that make you happy, so is there an exception to this rule? Possibly, but handle the situation with care. There are many factors and steps to take into consideration before you proceed.
“Fabulous” hardly begins to describe Derek Warburton, a celebrity stylist, media personality, and master of all things fashion. He has dressed the likes of Beyoncé Knowles, Jessica Alba, and numerous Victoria’s Secret models. His love for New York City street style translates into the artistic chicness of his styles, and he has a keen eye for popular trends. Warburton has a slew of tips to offer to the everyday gal, including dressing for day-to-night or planning an outfit for an office party. In our exclusive interview, we chatted with the style guru about holiday fashion as well as fun looks and date ideas for the rest of the year!
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By Shannon Seibert
While you may be tempted to feast this holiday season, you and your love can both benefit by choosing healthier options. As a pre-Thanksgiving weekend date idea, spend the weekend prepping for the holiday with healthy versions of your favorite meals and planning a winter workout regimen.
At home, you may be the independent woman who fixes that leaky faucet by herself and lights up the grill without a second thought. At work, you may be the boss who oversees a team of employees and keeps everyone in line. While these two roles show off your strength, in order to make a guy fall in love with you, you need to be willing to assert your…weakness.
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Sadly, it has been confirmed that another Bachelor couple has split. After speculation that there was trouble between celebrity couple Nikki Ferrell and Juan Pablo Galavis, Ferrell confirmed the celebrity breakup. According to E! Online, the split happened over her birthday weekend. The pediatric nurse revealed, “We were just going back and forth through texting. He was questioning the relationship, and I was questioning it back. I sent him a message saying, ‘We should fight for this. We should work this out.’ And he didn’t respond.” That’s when the 28-year-old posted her angry message to Instagram. She confessed, “In hindsight, I probably shouldn’t have done that. I’m a tad bit impulsive.” Regardless, the two still have love for one another. Ferrell said, “Who knows what the future holds, but at this point in our lives, it’s not working for either one of us.”
Celebrity couple Nikki Ferrell and Juan Pablo Galavis were pretty upset about their celebrity breakup. How can you stay positive when ending a relationship?
On this week’s Single in Stilettos show, founder Suzanne Oshima talks to writer, speaker, and author Zan Perrion about the best way to start a conversation with a man. He’s worked with thousands of men and really knows what they want from women. The problem, he says, with women approaching men to start a conversation is “they’re damned if they do, and they’re damned if they don’t.” If they don’t say hello to that cute guy in the corner, they go home alone because he’s not doing his job and being the man. But if you do make the first move as a woman, even if the relationship works out, you may forever be holding up his end of the bargain. Listen up for more great dating tips from Perrion!
With the impending winter chill, finding a fashion-forward and sensible outfit for date night can be challenging. The holiday season of snuggly sweaters and booties is approaching quickly, giving you the perfect opportunity to share your winter fashion expertise all over social media. If you’re already posting your adorable attire on the web, you might as well get paid for it. So our gift to you this holiday season is the newest form of social commerce in the digital age: tagspire.
Whether it’s the new girl in your office or the cute barista at your local Starbucks that knows how to make your Caramel Macchiato just right, we all get crushes sometimes! The question is, how can you get your devoted to notice you so you can make that transition from crush to significant other? Cupid has some advice:
In the latest celebrity news, Britney Spears Day recently occurred in honor of the singer — reaffirming her lyrics, “She’s so lucky. She’s a star.” In addition, the pop star has confirmed that she’s half of a new celebrity couple! According to UsMagazine.com, “Britney Spears got her own day (aptly named ‘Britney Day’) in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Nov. 5, and to celebrate, she opened up and confirmed that she does indeed have a new boyfriend.” The lucky fellow is none other than producer and writer Charlie Ebersol, son of Dick Ebersol, the co-creator of Saturday Night Live.
Celebrity couples find all kinds of ways to announce their relationships and love. How can the rest of us announce the news to our family and friends?
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By Shannon Seibert
If your honey loves baseball, celebrate the final weekend of the sport by gearing up for the game. To get in the mood and get ready for your favorite team to win, watch movies like A League of Their Own or The Bad News Bears or watch reruns of legendary games. Bonding with your partner over America’s favorite pastime is a great weekend date idea that he will appreciate. Plus, it’ll strengthen your relationship and love.
