“Although I felt a bit of a loser, I joined an online dating agency.

I filled forms about my interests, my opinions and my personal goals – which was having a family – something I’d been too frightened to mention to my exes in the early days for fear of scaring them off.

But work and life demands often impose realistic limits on the amount of time new couples can spend together.

From unexpected work obligations on the weekend to sudden business travel demands, one partner’s professional goals and ambitions can impose stress on a relationship if the other partner expects a different level of availability.

When the kids aren't around, it's easy to want to sit and do nothing for a break.

But your marriage can easily fall into a rut if you and your spouse don't take advantage of those stolen moments with each other.

While the term has several meanings, the most frequent usage refers to two people exploring whether they are romantically or sexually compatible by participating in dates with the other.

Many of the workouts that are best for women are also good exercises for men. Not only will you two get to spend time together, you'll also get in better shape.

“I was 33, had just broken up with my boyfriend and was beginning to think I’d never have a family life.

I’d always been attracted to mavericks, handsome men, who – after a year or so – made it clear they had no intention of settling down.

They crave opportunities to be in each other’s presence, and miss each other in their absence.

This time together is healthy and necessary to cultivate a relationship and begin weaving two lives together.