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This Family’s House Was Targeted With Hatred. So They Turned It Around In A Surprising Way

Posted On: August 25, 2025

After their home was vandalized with anti-LGBTQ+ graffiti, a family in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, turned the hateful message into one of love and pride.

Becky Willems woke up on the morning of August 11th to a text from her son, Sam, who found the words “family of f**s” spraypainted on their garage door as he left for work.

At the suggestion of their neighbor, rather than "fighting fire with fire", The Willemses painted over the anti-gay slur and added hearts and rainbows so that the message on their garage door now reads “Proud family of 2SLGBTQ+.”

The community’s response to the hateful message has been overwhelmingly positive.  “We are proud of who we are, we’re proud of ourselves as a family and we’re proud of the 2SLGBTQ+ people in our family, in our community, and within our friends,” Willems told CTV News.

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Supreme Court Formally Asked To Overturn Landmark Same-Sex Marriage Ruling

Posted On: August 18, 2025

Ten years after the Supreme Court extended marriage rights to same-sex couples nationwide, the justices this fall will consider for the first time whether to take up a case that explicitly asks them to overturn that decision.

Kim Davis, the former Kentucky county clerk who was jailed for six days in 2015 after refusing to issue marriage licenses to a gay couple on religious grounds, is appealing a $100,000 jury verdict for emotional damages plus $260,000 for attorneys fees.

In a petition for writ of certiorari filed last month, Davis argues First Amendment protection for free exercise of religion immunizes her from personal liability for the denial of marriage licenses.

More fundamentally, she claims the high court's decision in Obergefell v Hodges -- extending marriage rights for same-sex couples under the 14th Amendment's due process protections -- was "egregiously wrong."

The petition appears to mark the first time since 2015 that the court has been formally asked to overturn the landmark marriage decision. Davis is seen as one of the only Americans currently with legal standing to bring a challenge to the precedent.

It's important to note that the Lower Courts have dismissed Davis' claims and most legal experts consider her bid a long shot. A federal appeals court panel concluded earlier this year that the former clerk "cannot raise the First Amendment as a defense because she is being held liable for state action, which the First Amendment does not protect."

If the ruling were to be overturned at some point in the future, it would not invalidate marriages already performed, legal experts have pointed out. The 2022 Respect for Marriage Act requires the federal government and all states to recognize legal marriages of same-sex and interracial couples performed in any state -- even if there is a future change in the law.

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Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Devin Dwyer, abcnews(dot)go(dot)com
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If You Truly Understand These 10 Things About Relationships, You're A Rare Gem Of A Person

Posted On: August 10, 2025

Widely known as one of the best books on relationships is Dr. George Pransky’s Relationship Handbook, originally published in 1991.

A lot of the advice still applies, even if it may confuse younger generations.

It's helped many couples sidestep common challenges in all relationships, including platonic ones, so they could enjoy the thrill of a powerful and long-lasting connection.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Alex Mathers, yourtango(dot)com
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Couples Who Truly Love Each Other Use These 7 Phrases On A Regular Basis

Posted On: August 04, 2025

In a relationship, words convey many meanings. They can be direct or subtle. They can show love or hate. The tone of voice of the person saying the words can promote harmony or hostility. To recast a maxim that's going around these days, "Words matter."

To improve your communication skills and nurture your relationship, there are certain phrases couples should feel comfortable saying, as they are ones spoken by couples who genuinely love each other. 

Here are seven phrases couples who truly love each other use on a regular basis.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Laurie Israel, yourtango(dot)com
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5 Surprising Reasons Most Women Feel Zero Regret About Their Divorce

Posted On: July 28, 2025

Many people believe that women deeply regret divorcing their exes, but, with a few exceptions, this is not the lived experience of the large majority of women.

The overarching fact is that most people move on without regret after ending their marriage.

Here are five surprising reasons most women feel zero regrets about their divorce.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Samantha Rodman Whiten, yourtango(dot)com
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Innocent Behaviors That Are Actually Cheating In Disguise

Posted On: July 21, 2025

Cheating isn’t always as obvious as physical intimacy with someone else. Many behaviors that appear innocent on the surface can actually represent forms of emotional or psychological infidelity that damage relationships just as deeply as physical affairs. These subtle betrayals often fly under the radar because they masquerade as normal social interactions or innocent friendships, making them particularly dangerous to committed relationships.

The challenge with these seemingly innocent behaviors lies in their gradual progression and the ease with which they can be rationalized. What starts as harmless interaction can slowly evolve into emotional intimacy that competes with or replaces the connection between romantic partners. Understanding these patterns helps couples recognize potential problems before they escalate into relationship-ending betrayals.

Here are 11 seemingly harmless actions can destroy trust and damage relationships.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Tega Egwabor, rollingout(dot)com
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10 Unexpected Realities Of Getting Divorced That Everyone's Afraid To Be Honest About

Posted On: July 14, 2025

There are a few unexpected realities of getting divorced it wouldn't hurt to know as you sever your former "forever" relationship.

  • It will affect your child
  • Don't use friends for legal advice
  • Make your divorce agreement as detailed as possible
  • A new partner will be a new adjustment
  • A new partner may change your ex
  • It takes time to adjust to all the changed
  • Be aware of imputed income
  • Separation should be separation - period
  • It's more common to do 50/50 custody these days
  • Spending time together might be awful

No one can truly prepare you for divorce, but before you decide to end your marriage, talk to divorced people and educate yourself. That way, if you do take this road, you will be prepared as best as possible, for better or for worse.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of popsugar, yourtango(dot)com
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Why Couples Who Communicate In These 8 Ways Stay Together Forever

Posted On: July 07, 2025

In all aspects of life, communication is key. But in marriage, if there’s a breakdown in communication skills, it can bring the whole thing down. As such, couples need to have effective communication. Unfortunately, that’s usually a lot easier said than done.

Here are some simple communication tactics to help keep the love alive.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Fatherly, yourtango(dot)com
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