Ok, Divorced Girl Smiling, here’s a biggie: I’m having an affair. How bad is that? If both parties are in unhappy marriages, but kids are involved, no one is leaving yet (no one feels they can.) So folks are cordially kind on a day to day basis i...

Wait till you read this comment I received from a man wondering if lack of sex in marriage is because he hasn’t “earned it.” For almost all of the 25 years we have been married, I think that subconsciously, I have spent the entire time tryin...

In the lyrics of her hit but controversial song, “Dear Future Husband,” Meghan Trainor demands from him: dates, flowers on their anniversary, being treated like a lady, being told she’s beautiful, apologies after every fight, his time, and a ri...

This was a heartbreaking question to receive. A divorced dad is asking advice on how to handle custody issues: When we got divorced I had a very demanding job and gave in to her terms. I was trying to be nice. Now I want to see my kids more and sh...

Here is a question I received from a guy who says lack of sex in marriage is becoming an issue: Jackie, How important do you believe sex is in a marriage? I love my wife but this one to two times a month is really getting tough.   How impor...

Jackie, Can you give me relationship advice? What would be a good response to in-laws (both parents and siblings) who feel it is their place to comment and ask questions about the relationship, and place judgment on me because I am not doing or being...

Jackie, I need some dating advice. I’ve been on a handful of dates with a woman, who my gut says is a truly sweet, genuine woman. We’ve had great dates, talking, laughing etc. for hours on end.  I’ve expressed to her that I want to see her...

Jackie, need some divorce advice. I’m recently divorced however still living with my ex, not by choice. My question is, do I need to divulge that info on a first date? How do I handle that situation without feeling like a loser?   I’m goin...

Advice for guy trying to get back with ex girlfriend: Jackie, I am trying to get my ex back, who says she wants to move on. She said she would possibly talk to me later on. Does this seem hopeful or is it just nice words? We have been together for...

Jackie, Have you had anyone tell you that they were able to fall back in love with their spouse? We are doing counseling but it isn’t easy. Not sure you can give me advice, but anything would help me now.   It’s very hard for me to answer ...