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COUPLE'S NET
Are You Having Sex?Talking with your partner about sex might lead to more sex, and better sex. What’s only in your head about your sexual intimacy? (As distinct from emotional...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Sep. 9, 2022There are no comments yet. 8653 Views
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What Do You Get Out of Being Stubborn?Oxford Languages defines stubborn thus: “having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Oct. 1, 2022There are no comments yet. 7567 Views
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“If We Have a Disagreement, We Argue Each Other’s Side of it as Well as Our Own.”“We decided long ago to become each other’s staunchest allies . . . If we have a disagreement, we argue each other’s side of it as well as our...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Nov. 12, 2022There are no comments yet. 7908 Views
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“One should never criticize oneself . . .. . . when there are always so many other people willing to do it for you.” -Robert Barclay Well said! If you are in situations in which you’re...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Nov. 4, 2022There are no comments yet. 7003 Views
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Our First Anniversary in my Husband’s RetirementToday is my anniversary. When we married, we decided that our anniversary would be the Saturday after Thanksgiving, instead of the date of the Saturday those many...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Nov. 26, 2022There are no comments yet. 7716 Views
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“Mom always told me, whenever you’re feeling . . .. . . sorry for yourself, the best cure is to do something nice for someone else.” - Unknown Doing something nice for someone else can be a way of life;...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Dec. 10, 2022There are no comments yet. 7649 Views
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“Right” Way vs. What You Grew Up WithI’ve written about whether you want to be “Right” or whether you want to be happy. This is a twist from there. Most people instinctively think and believe...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Dec. 17, 2022There are no comments yet. 8096 Views
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Appreciating Holiday Letters/Emails that Include ChallengesI received two holiday emails this year that surprised and pleased me. The couples/families that sent them both included challenges that they’ve faced this...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Dec. 24, 2022There are no comments yet. 6805 Views
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Fierce LoveWhen I am advocating for my husband while he’s in hospital, I refer to it as ‘Fierce Love’. I will do pretty much anything for him while he cannot...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 18, 2023There are no comments yet. 3917 Views
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“Together, they were screwing this conversation up . . .. . . faster than it was taking to have it.” My clients often question/comment on the amount of time it takes to communicate better. I always tell them the...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 25, 2023There are no comments yet. 3775 Views
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Pry Me Off Dead CenterReaders: Please focus on how these words affect you. How they call to you. Or completely miss you. Or go over your head. Let these words sink into you over time....
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Apr. 21, 2023There are no comments yet. 3384 Views
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Are You Exerting Power You’re Not Aware Of?Power can be overt or covert. If you grew up in a family where you were expected to comply (which means it was generally not discussed, and there were consequences...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on May. 4, 2023There are no comments yet. 3094 Views
TIM TALK
High-tech solution for snoringAs one of many middle-aged men who wrestle with sleep apnea, I was flat out impressed to see the Iphone app that my friend Jim Knudsen, a fellow suffer, shared...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 29, 2012There are no comments yet. 14741 Views
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The right call on the Eastside planFour members of the Pleasanton City Council made the right call last week when they decided to continue planning what should happen on the east side of the community. Senior...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Mar. 11, 2014There are no comments yet. 13116 Views
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Barbara Mertes served students well for decadesLas Positas College and its parent district lost the services of long-time trustee and retired dean Barbara Mertes this week when the board accepted her resignation. She...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Dec. 23, 2014There are no comments yet. 13578 Views
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Trustees talking new calendar againNew Pleasanton school trustee Mark Miller will have the opportunity to change the direction of the board tonight when trustees face two key actions. The one that...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 13, 2015There are no comments yet. 13207 Views
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Expensive legislation pending in SacramentoThe Democrats in the state Legislature are preparing to double down on some very expensive programs. Last week, Gov. Jerry Brown issued an executive order that...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 5, 2015There are no comments yet. 12610 Views
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Legislature debates spending tax windfallIt takes a real political insider with a commitment to dig down into the weeds to follow some of the machinations in Sacramento, Washington D.C. and with various...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jun. 11, 2015There are no comments yet. 12009 Views
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Wise shift by SummerhillThe decision by Summerhill Homes to switch its planned apartment complex to for-sale condominiums is good news. Pleasanton needs more variety of housing options...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jun. 23, 2015There are no comments yet. 12551 Views
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Bonilla announces no re-match in Senate raceAt this point, there will not be re-matches for the seats representing the Tri-Valley in either the state Senate or the Assembly. This week, Politico reported...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Oct. 15, 2015There are no comments yet. 11623 Views
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2023 guide to summer camps
Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.
