To say that getting a dog is a huge responsibility is an understatement. From feeding, walking, and picking up after your furry friend to making sure he’s up-to-date on his vaccines and well groomed (with Warren London products, I hope!), he demands a lot of attention. Before rushing into picking out a pet, there are a lot of things to think about and to discuss as a family.
Johnny Weir and Victor Voronov. Photo: Bernadette Giacomazzo/PR Photos
By Sanetra Richards
The Sochi Olympian Jonny Weir and lawyer husband Victor Voronov are splitting after two+ years of marriage. According to UsMagazine.com, the fashionable figure skater announced the separation on March 19 through Twitter saying, “”It is with great sadness that I announce that my husband and I are no longer together,” he tweeted. “My heart hurts, and I wish him well.” In a February 2014 interview with Access Hollywood, Weir talked about his husband and their married life: “”My husband was actually in the closet until about a month before we were married. He comes from a very strict and judgmental world.” Weir went on to say, “Being married is an adjustment, and I’m such an OCD, solitary, confined person that it was very hard to open my life and my home and in some ways my closet to somebody else,” he continued. “We both are constantly fighting to wear the pants in the relationship.”
How do you know when to put an end to your marriage?
Bachelor Juan Pablo Galavis and Nikki Ferrell Shows Affection in Photo
By Sanetra Richards
It looks like The Bachelor starsJuan Pablo Galavis and Nikki Ferrell may be hitting some hard times. It’s been just a few months sinceThe Bachelor finished shooting, and the controversial celebrity couple have turned to Jim and Elizabeth Carroll, WE tv’s Marriage Boot Camp counselors, for some relationship advice. The duo, who have worked with other reality TV stars including Jenni Farley and Roger Matthew, Trista and Ryan Sutter, and Gretchen Rossi and Slade Smiley, spoke with Galavis and Ferrell earlier this week. According to UsMagazine.com, the Carrolls gave a brief synopsis of their talk with the famous couple, saying, “I think they have marriage on their minds, but I think what Juan did was a really — I mean, it wasn’t a very romantic fairytale ending — but I think what he did was very wise in the fact that he said, ‘You know, I want to go through conflicts with this girl. I want to do some problem solving. I want to see basically what the ugly side is before I jump out there and tell somebody I love them and just get married.'”
This celebrity couple are having some relationship issues. What are some ways to work on your troubled relationship and love?
Every couple goes through trying times. It’s how you handle these situations that can make or break a relationship. The next time you and your honey hit a rough patch, take a look at these five articles from our partners to help get you back on course:
1. Know your feelings: Are you beginning to feel unsure about your true emotions? Before trying to mend your relationship, take time to think if that’s really what you want to do, if you see your partner in your future. To help distinguish between love, lust, and infatuation, read this great article. (YourTango.com)
2. Communicate: Nothing will be accomplished if you don’t talk about your issues. Communication is easily one of the most important aspects of a healthy and thriving partnership. This idea holds true not only for romantic relationships but for friendships and family relations as well. Check out some of these talking points to get things moving in the right direction. (YourTango.com)
3. Don’t push him away: It’s tempting to want to “fix” your significant other and mold them into who you think they should be. What you might not realize, though, is that you’re actually hurting your relationship more than helping it. Appreciate your partner for who they are. (GalTime.com)
4. Recognize your bad habits: We all have annoying habits, and some of those behaviors may cause your beau to see you in a bad light. Being obsessive or too needy can instantly set off a red flag for him. Tone it down! Check out this article to see what other actions might make your guy want to run. (GalTime.com)
5. Plan a date night: We all know that having an established date night can strengthen your relationship — so start planning! Set up a routine and stick to it. If you’re both free on Thursday nights, use that time to watch movies or go out for a nice dinner. If you’re married with a children, hire a babysitter for the night and hit the town. Take a second to read how former Entertainment Tonight host Julie Moran looks forward to date night. (CelebrityBabyScoop.com)
What are some ways to fix your relationship? Tell us in the comments below!
Ryan Seacrest and MK Nobillette. Photo: Michael Becker / FOX
By Louisa Gonzales
MK Nobilette made headlines early on during this season of American Idol when she became the first openly gay contestant. Of the attention on her sexual orientation instead of her singing skills, she says, “I was definitely a little taken aback at first, but I get that it plays a role. I’m a singer, and I’m also gay. I felt like it was important to address that. I’m very proud of it and open about it.”
George Clooney and new girlfriend vacation in luxury islands. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos
By Sanetra Richards
George Clooney took new girlfriend Amal Alamuddin ,36-year-old, to the luxury island of Seychelles, which is located close to Southeast Africa. According to UsMagazine.com, the two were spotted on March 13th sipping drinks while walking along the beach. However, this is not the first time Alamuddin and Clooney’s names have been mentioned together. In October, rumors began to circulate about the pair when they were seen in London. At the time, Clooney was dating model Monika Jakisic and considered Alamuddin “just a friend,” said a source to Us. From the looks of it, the duo could possibly be official. A source also revealed “he does like having her around.”
How can vacationing with a new partner solidify your relationship?
Juan Pablo Galavis and Nikki Farrell. Photo: Juan Pablo Galavis/Instagram
By Sanetra Richards
Playing it cool seems to be what Nikki Ferrell is doing. The Bachelor season 18 winner is not letting the outside opinions bother her relationship with Juan Pablo Galavis. According to UsMagazine.com, the 26-year-old’s ex, Ryan Dill, spoke of her unusual actions in a recent issue: “Knowing her like I do, I’m surprised Nikki acted like everything was fine during After the Final Rose.” Dill went onto refer to the post-finale show when Ferrell informed host Chris Harrison that Galavis has not professed his love, saying, “She normally wouldn’t take that s–t from a guy. The Nikki I know would have slapped him and walked out.”
What are some ways to know you’re being yourself in a relationship?
Jason Aldean and Ex Jessica Ussery. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Louisa Gonzales
Jason Aldean is dating whom? That would be Brittany Kerr, the woman he cheated on his wife, Jessica Ussery, with back in September 2012. UsMagazine.comconfirmed that the pair has been dating since Aldean filed for divorce from his wife back in April 2013. It was in 2012 that the country singer got caught with the American Idol alum, to which the music artist admitted and publicly apologized shortly after via a Facebook post. Aldean was with his wife Ussery for almost 12 years and the ex-couple have two children together. After the scandal, the ex-lovers tried to work things out, but eventually parted ways. Aldean and his new lover Kerr were spotted on Friday, March 14, at Aldean’s performance at Amphitheater at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama.
What are some ways to avoid drama in your relationship?
On this week’s Single in Stilettos show, the Professional Wingman Thomas Edwards shares his advice for a woman trying to figure out if a guy likes her in the early stages of dating. Here are just a few of the signs that he recommends you look for: his actions match his words; he acts nervous around you; he makes future plans with you; and he tries to get physically close to you. Watch the video above for more great tips!
Mandy Moore and Ryan Adams. Photo: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos; Sylvain Gaboury / PR Photos
By Louisa Gonzales
Mandy Moore and long-term partner Ryan Adams marked their fifth wedding anniversary with a huge celebration on Sunday with family and friends. The star posted pictures of the evening’s festivities on Instagram, with everyone looking lovely and in smiles. According to People, everyone who attended the party dressed up for the monumental occasion, with the guys wearing ’50s looks and the gals wearing party dresses along with fun accessories. Moore,29, herself sported a sombrero, while her good celebrity friend Minka Kelly wore a clown bow-tie. The fashionable couple got engaged back in 2009 and are now happily married. Moore even posted a photo of her marriage certificate the week before with a caption that read, “The best 5 years…”. Congrats to the married couple!
Juan Pablo Galavis and Nikki Farrell. Photo: Juan Pablo Galavis/Instagram
By Louisa Gonzales
The Bachelor stars Juan Pablo Galavis and Nikki Ferrell may not be ready to get hitched themselves, but that doesn’t mean they can’t celebrate their friends’ big day! The celebrity couple recently attended a wedding in Dominican Republic. According to People.com, Ferrell, 27, posted a picture of the twosome on Sunday, standing in front a spectacular view of where the wedding festivities took place. The reality TV stars were first introduced on The Bachelor season 18 and have been together since the former Venezuelan soccer player presented Ferrell with his final rose on the finale episode, which aired on March 10th. Sources say that the celebrity couple is happy that they don’t have to hide their relationship and love anymore, even though Galavis is hesitant to commit to his new girlfriend.
This celebrity couple loved celebrating their friends’ big day. What are some ways to get wedding ideas from someone else’s festivities?
Savannah Guthrie and Michael Feldman secretly tied the knot this past weekend in a private ceremony. According to People, the couple said their “I do’s” in front a small gathering of family and friends, about 80 to 90 people. The NBC anchor Guthrie, 42, and Feldman, 45, told their quests to keep their marriage a secret until Guthrie could reveal the information herself on air during the Today Monday morning. That wasn’t the only surprising news the lovebirds revealed that day. After the pair broke the news of their plans to keep their marriage hush-hush until the right time, they told quests, while the NBC News “Special Report” music played in the background, that they were expecting. Sources reported after the big news, every one of the guest “jumped” to their feet in excitement. This will be the romantic mates, who first met and began dating in 2008, first child together.
What are some advantages to keeping your wedding under wraps?
CupidsPulse.com Executive Editor Lori Bizzoco recently met up with Blood, Sweat and Heels reality TV star Brie Bythewood at the New Yorker Suite at the Carlton hotel, located at 88 Madison Avenue between 28th and 29th. The gorgeous 1,050 square foot penthouse includes a separate bedroom and living spaces with beautiful decor, as shown in the celebrity video interview above. …Don’t miss the rest! Click here for more.
Disappointed woman laying down and thinking. Photo: fabianaponzi / Bigstock.com
By April Littleton
When a relationship goes sour, sometimes it’s hard to pick up the pieces and move on. You can be sad for days, weeks and even months. Don’t let the relationship blues get the best of you. Cupid is here to help:
Aaron Paul and Lauren Parsekian. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Sanetra Richards
Love is floating around and there is no stopping it. Breaking Bad actor Aaron Paul is on nothing short of cloud nine paradise with his wife, Lauren Parsekian. The two are almost at their one year anniversary and are still keeping things fresh. At a recent screening, Paul told People, “I fall more in love with her every day. Being married to my wife is incredible.” The 34-year-old went on to say, “”I tell her every day that I love her, I’ve got to. If you marry someone, you have to let her know how much you care and I do that as often as I possibly can. She really is the best wife and she should know that.”
What are some important things to tell your partner every day?
Ben Briley quickly became a fan favorite on American Idol this season during rush week when the judges couldn’t decide between him and Neco Starr to advance to the top 13. They put the decision in America’s hands, and Briley was voted to move forward. From his southern drawl to his love for everything Tennessee, he might seem like the token country singer, but one look at the 24 -year-old’s YouTube channel, and you’ll quickly learn that he enjoys music ranging from John Mayer to James Taylor.
If you haven’t already, now is the time to build a bucket list. Not only is it a great opportunity to write down your hopes and dreams, but it can also be a good tool to help couples bond. Check out these five articles from our partners for some inspiration:
1. Travel: Why stay in your hometown when there are unlimited possibilities beyond your backyard? Make a list of places that you’ve always wanted to visit and refer back to it when you need a break from your everyday routine. It can be to a fishing hole that’s 20 minutes down the road or a city adventure on the other side of the country. Check out this article to help fulfill your wanderlust. (YourTango.com)
2. Try something new: If you’ve always wanted to be a vegetarian (even if only for a week or two), try suggesting that your partner do it with you. You can support each other and help one another through the tough spots (like that Sunday morning craving for bacon). Who knows, maybe you’ll even decide that this lifestyle works for you. After all, there are many benefits to leading a vegetarian life. (YourTango.com)
3. Change it up: Everyone wants to change something about themselves at one point or another, and it doesn’t have to be drastic to make a noticeable difference. Start off small and switch your hair color! Check out these latest celebrity hair color trends for ideas. (GalTime.com)
4. Grow a garden: Gardens are a great way to dive into a new hobby and enjoy healthier, fresher foods. Planting can be an awesome bonding experience for couples or, if you have children, for families. Everyone can help plant seeds and watch the plants spring up from the dirt. For tips on growing your own delicious foods, look no further than this post. (GalTime.com)
5. Get inspired with a celebrity bucket list: Heidi Klum tries to live her bucket list each and every day, and she’s always adding activities to it that she can do with her kids. Want to know how she does it? Click through to read what she had to say! (CelebrityBabyScoop.com)
Tell us what’s on your bucket list in the comments below!
The leading man of The Bachelor season 18Juan Pablo Galavis can’t seem to catch a break! The reality TV star recently posted a photo with winner Nikki Ferrell, and the caption read, “We are FREE @nikki_ferrell…” after the reunion show. The response to this declaration about his relationship and love wasn’t kind, but Galavis isn’t going to let it bother him. According to UsMagazine.com, the 32-year-old former soccer player later shared the quote, “Throw me to the wolves, and I’ll come back leading the pack.”
The Bachelor star Juan Pablo Galavis received some mean comments on his Instagram post. How do you keep outside influences from affecting your relationship and love life?
Taylor Swift is far from believing Justin Bieber is a good luck charm. According to UsMagazine.com, the 24-year-old songstress has dropped Selena Gomez as a friend after the Disney starlet rekindled things with Bieber. The “I Knew You Were Trouble” singer is disgusted by their relationship. During the summer, tweeted a birthday post to Selena, referencing her as “the closest thing I’ve ever had to a sister.” However, this is not the first strike. The source also claimed that Gomez used Swift’s good friend Ed Sheeran as a rebound last June to ruffle Bieber’s feathers. “After Selena pulled that move, Taylor started distancing herself,” said the source.
What are some ways to help your friend make good relationship decisions?
Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Louisa Gonzales
Could former lovebirds Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have reunited? That’s the question on everyone’s mind after Bieber’s surprise performance at Scooter Braun Projects Sunday Funday Showcase during 2014 SXSW in Texas on Sunday, March 9, with Gomez in attendance. According to UsMagazine.com the 20-year-old singer dedicated one of his songs just for Gomez on stage on Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden. Fans captured Bieber telling the crowd his next song, 2012 hit, “As Long As You Love Me” was for his “baby”. The on-again, off-again couple, according to insiders didn’t stop at showing their affection during the concert, afterwards they hung out together in the beer hall, being very friendly and affectionate with each other.
What are some ways to show you love your partner publicly?
Katharine McPhee and her husband Nick Cokas separated nine months ago, but now it seems the couple may be trying to work on marriage. According to People, a close friend of the pair says they are trying to work things out. The duo has been spending time together and was recently spotted out in Los Angeles walking their dogs. There was initially a lot of controversy surrounding their separation, because just 5 months after the ex-lovers announcement of their split, news broke about McPhee’s affair with married man, director Michael Morris. Morris is married to actress Mary McCormack. However after everything, McPhee and Cokas remained close and now it seems they’re hoping to start fresh.
What are some ways to seek help with your marriage?
Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez. Photo: Marco Sagliocco / PR Photos; Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Louisa Gonzales
Could ex-flames Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have reignited their passion? It looks like a definite possibility. According to People, the on-again and off-again couple were seen meeting up for breakfast up in McAllen, Texas and were later spotted shopping. One of the workers at the Don Pepe’s McAllen restaurant reportedly saw the two come in and indulged in some PDA. The singing starlet is reportedly in town to perform in a concert scheduled on Saturday at the Hidalgo State Farm Arena.
How do you know whether to get back together with your ex?
Heather Locklear. Photo: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos
By Louisa Gonzales
Richie Sambora proves just because you’re no longer with former partner, doesn’t mean you stop being attracted to them. According to People, Sambora raved about his ex-wife Heather Locklear, while he attended friend, Ray Parker Jr’s, ceremony for his star on the Walk of Fame on Thursday in Hollywood. The rocker reportedly couldn’t stop complimenting her, and even said, “…she looks better than ever.” The ex-couple divorced back in 2007, but Locklear, 52 and Sambora are still close friends. Even though it took years for them to get to a good place, the Bon Jovi guitarist said focusing their efforts on their 16-year-old daughter Ava, helped them to let go and move on to where they are now.