My mornings begin with a hot cup of coffee and a couple of articles pulled from my “favorite bloggers” file. This morning my selection included Michael Hyatt. Michael is the Chairman of a Christian publishing company. Michael takes time from his busy life to maintain a personal blog focusing on “intentional leadership.”

I’ve been a huge fan of his style and philosophy.

If you are going to lead well, you must be thoughtful and purposeful about it.

This morning’s choice“Why Speaking Well of Your Spouse Is So Important” resonated with me on a couple of levels. At this end of Michael’s article he asked, “How have you seen this play out in the lives of those who’ve lead you?”

This is the one example of someone I know vocalizing a protective hedge around their marriage:

Several years ago I had the opportunity to work with an executive in the pharmaceutical industry. It was because of him, I learned to set the bar higher when it comes to what I need and want from relationships.

I wasn’t but two paragraphs into Michael’s article when my mind turned to Ken. I remember every class or meeting he and I participated in, he’d always refer to his wife as his ‘lovely bride.’ Ken and his bride have been married for 30+ years. I’ve never forgotten the tone in his voice, the look on his face or the way they interacted with one another.

I had lost touch with Ken, his bride and their son a few years back, but thanks to Michael’s article, I found him on Linkedin and sent a connection request.

Isn’t it amazing how people come into your life with a purpose? As busy as I should be today, I felt the need to take a little ME time and read – the first piece I read connected me with someone who left a lasting impression in an area of my life I tend to need it most.

To continue the effort of Michael, share an example of how you’ve witnessed a great leader vocalizing and affirming their role as a spouse or friend.

As adults, we need to teach YOUNG GIRLS the difference between:

A man who FLATTERS her and a man who COMPLIMENTS her

A man who SPENDS MONEY on her and a man who INVESTS in her

A man who views her as PROPERTY and a man who views her PROPERLY

A man who LUSTS after her and a man who LOVES her

A man who believes he is GOD’S GIFT to women and one who remembers WOMAN is GOD’S GIFT to MAN

And then we need to teach OUR YOUNG MEN to be that kind of MAN

I read a version of this on Facebook this morning – it was too good not to pass on

According to a team from the Women’s Health program in Australia, females who rate their sex lives highly have more energy and an overall better psychological outlook than those who have sex less than twice a month.

Researchers analyzed sex lives of almost 300 females aged from 20 to 65 to reach the conclusion.

Lead researcher Dr Sonia Davison, said "We found that women who were sexually dissatisfied had lower well-being and vitality.

"This finding highlights the importance of addressing these areas as an essential part of healthcare, because women may be uncomfortable discussing these issues with their doctor."

As over 90 percent of women in the study reported their sexual activity involved a partner, and was initiated by the partner at least 50 percent of the time.

Sexual medicine expert Dr Irwin Goldstein said: "This emphasizes the role and importance of sexual health in women’s overall health and well-being."

The study has been published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine.

So now I’m thinking every time I hear a woman say she’s sick, not feeling well or is lacking energy – I’m going to think “I know what you’ve not been doing!”

While on the flip side of that thought – well, I won’t even go there!

Writing is usually a form of personal therapy that allows me to deal with things that bug me. I’ve been bugged for a couple of days now and in attempt to make myself feel a little better – I have carefully assembled this collection of MAN BASHING Quotes and boy! do I feel better

disclaimer: this is not directed at all men – just my husband – love him, just don’t like him much right now.

If you have a quote you’d like to add, drop it in the comment section – I’d enjoy having you participate

MALE BASHING – HUSBAND BASHING – GUY BASHING QUOTES

A boy makes her woman jealous of other beautiful girls. A Real Man makes beautiful girls jealous of his woman.

Next time you say “women belong in the kitchen” keep in mind that’s where all the knives are ; )

There will never be true equality until men have to wear jockey shorts with under-wires that lift and separate.

Men aren’t dogs. Dogs are sweet, loyal, and love you unconditionally. They’re more like cats. Roam everywhere and only come home when they want something.

Men! Now there’s one thing duct tape can’t fix.

Men are proof that women can take a joke.

Ladies, we’ve been lied to! They said “women mature faster than men” this lead us to assume men would ACTUALLY mature someday. Not!

I don’t need a man to solve my problems – I just need one that won’t become a problem.

I know one thing about men. When you stop worrying about what they’re doing, they start wondering what your doing.

Dear Men,if you are going to criticize a woman’s figure or any other aspect of her appearance please make 100% sure that you are Brad Pitt or Johnny Depp.

Dating service: your application has been rejected due to answer #6-what do u want in a man? A bullet is not an acceptable answer.

Thinks men should come with side affect warning…

Behind every smart, successful woman is a man that doesn’t know what the hell is going on.

Men should be tagged like cattle…Green for single, Red for taken and flashing for dumbass.

Translating male speak. “I can’t find it” actually means, since it did not just fall into my outstretched hands i have no clue where it could be.

Real men will promise you nothing, but give you everything.

Girls when it comes to guys – 1 Rule Applies: Don’t Chase, Just Replace.

Lord, please let me remember that not all men are scum sucking pigs..

A man should know when not to push your buttons… but then again they should know how to use their brain as well… yeah not likely!

Really feeling the need to teach people how to breathe under water today

Feels the need to reach out and touch someone today… a 2×4 should do the trick.

Today is brought to you by the letters W, T and F

Was not born with enough middle fingers to make it through today.

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There – that feels a little better!

Do you have anything to add?

As I make my re-entry into the single scene, websites and products targeting singles tend to catch my eye a bit more than they used to. One that caught my eye was The Boyfriend and Girlfriend Applications.

Everyone is invited to download and printout the application form and use them to their heart’s content. Saves you time and money, right? Instead of an endless chain of first dates or dating for several weeks to get enough info on the other person to determine whether the relationship is worth pursuing, you’ll achieve it with one simple request. Talk about efficient.

The application is so thorough, it will require you to list your Relationship Background and possible References! Talk about a game plan!

If for no other reason, take a look through it even when you’re not at all interested in perusing it – at the very least you’ll be amused. And if any of you have used it, can you tell me if it works?

Girlfriend Application

Boyfriend Application