It seems that almost weekly in the SF Bay Area, there is a story splashed across the headlines that details a relationship abuse horror story.  If a woman is beaten or otherwise seriously abused by her husband or...

 It must have occurred to anyone who has watched Dancing with the Stars this season that Bristol Palin seems to be such an innocent child, one wonders how in the world this girl got herself pregnant?  The &ldquo...

 Have you ever experienced this scenario?  A random stranger, man or woman, smiles at you and says, “I love your shoes!”  Or someone comments on your haircut and asks you for your stylist’s...

Politeness has become a thing of the past, we sometimes think.  How many gentlemen still open doors for a lady?  Even a woman with a stroller and baby might find it difficult to get a little help opening...

Generally, when someone mentions that a friend or co-worker has been diagnosed with breast cancer, people become sad, shake their head, and things come out of their mouths like, “Oh my God!  She’s always been...

It’s that time again; the holiday season is upon us. You can observe people on the street as they see the decorations being put up and into store windows; many start to shake, shiver and go into checkbook...

This month, October, is Breast cancer awareness month. I have to speak from a personal point of view when breast cancer is the subject.  So let me share my family history involving breast cancer with you.When my grandmother...

Most people would respond with a resounding "Yes!" when asked if the holidays add stress to their relationship.  Why?  The hectic schedule of family get-togethers, balancing work, kids and social events all put added stress...

Shay just returned from a three-week stay in Paris, France.  She brought back photos, video footage and great stories from Paris for the San Franciscan. Paris can be an obsession.  Some Californians, especially Bay Areans, are...

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