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10 Reasons to be Thankful on Thanksgiving, Despite Your Awful Divorce

That first Thanksgiving when you’re going through a divorce can be brutal. It’s hard to feel thankful when you’re trying to cope with your awful divorce, and all you can think about is that your marriage is over, your kids are hurting, finances might feel stressful, and the future is scary. But I know you … Read more

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15 People You Should Thank This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a holiday favorite for so many people…until you get divorced. Then Thanksgiving can become stressful and depressing and awful, especially that first year. If this Thanksgiving is your first Thanksgiving being separated, please know that you can still enjoy family and friends. What else can you do this Thanksgiving to make it a … Read more

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Alone On Thanksgiving? Tips To Making It A Great Day

Thanksgiving is a holiday that screams family, food, fun, and NOT being or feeling alone. But the reality is, some people will spend Thanksgiving alone. That might be because you are going through a divorce (or divorced) and you ex has the kids and your family lives out of town. That might be because you … Read more

Bringing Your New Love Home for Thanksgiving

In my Love Essentially column, published yesterday in Chicago Tribune Pioneer Press, I offer dating advice for those bringing home a new love to meet the family at Thanksgiving. My best wishes to all of my readers for a safe, happy holiday!!   Guess Who’s Coming To Thanksgiving Dinner?  by Jackie Pilossoph A table full … Read more