2012 is the Year to Improve Relationships!

January 1st brings an opportunity for fresh starts and new beginnings. Common resolutions for 2012 include getting a better job, losing weight and reducing stress. These can all be worthy goals, however it makes sense to include improving relationships on that list as...

Life IS a picnic for GLBT people and those who love them!

Life may not always feel like a picnic if you are GLBT, or love someone who is, however, this Sunday in honor of GLBT Pride month there IS a picnic – and it is a free event open to everyone. Sunday June 19, 2011 Twin Cities Pride is hosting the Pride Picnic. It is...

Families with Mental Illness: You are Not Alone

I had the opportunity to see the touring company of the Broadway musical Next to Normal last weekend. Next to Normal is about a family struggling with mental illness; the Mother has a diagnosis of Bipolar disorder with delusional episodes. While only one family member...