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Archive for January, 2010

Why I Chose to Become a Marriage and Family Therapist

January 16th, 2010 by Laura M. Brotherson

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Since I was asked to write my story about why I chose to become a Marriage and Family Therapist for one of my MFT courses, I thought it might be of interest to share here.

My Hopes in Becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist

My sincere hopes for becoming a therapist are to be a source of strength, hope and empowerment to individuals, couples and families as they uncover their innate capacity to be the best they can be, and to experience the greatest joy and fulfillment possible in their lives. I seek to be an instrument in the lives of those I might help.

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Yay for Date Night!—Quotes & Resources

January 15th, 2010 by Laura M. Brotherson

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It’s Friday night. Do you have some plans for date night with your spouse?! It need not be expensive, just something to give you a chance to reconnect after a long week. It’s also great for emotional foreplay for both husband and wife! : )

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Couples Photos Win Romantic Getaway

January 11th, 2010 by Laura M. Brotherson

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Win a Romantic Getaway to The Anniversary Inn with Your Favorite Couple Photos.

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Send us your favorite couple photo for a chance to win a FREE one-night stay at the beautiful Anniversary Inn of your choice, in the suite of your choice! (Valued up to $289.)

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Which Cruise Lights Your Fire?

January 8th, 2010 by Laura M. Brotherson

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Okay people! So, if you were to come on our 4th annual Couples Valentine’s Cruise next February 2011, which of these destinations would get your vote?!

  1. Mexican Riviera — Possible Ports: Los Angeles; Cabo San Lucas; Mazatlan; Puerto Vallarta; Acapulco
  2. Eastern Caribbean — Possible Ports: Florida; Bahamas; St. Maarten; St. Thomas; Grand Turk Island; San Juan
  3. Western Caribbean — Possible Ports: Florida; Grand Cayman; Roatan, Honduras; Cozumel, Mexico; Bahamas; Jamaica; Belize; Costa Maya, Mexico
  4. Southern Caribbean — Possible Ports: San Juan; St. Thomas; Dominica; Barbados; Grenada; Aruba; Tortola; St. Kitts; Barbados

Stay tuned as we bring you additional details about our upcoming 2011 Couples Valentine’s Cruise. To whet your appetite check out the fun fotos and info from our past Couples Cruises.

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