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So to celebrate the beginning of the weekend I'm going to go ahead and spill out a sneak peek for all of you.
Enjoy! Love, Melissa Dilan. Note: Keep in mind that it is an unedited and unpolished fraction of a scene!

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You won't believe what happens soon after that. Stay tuned for more news and have a great weekend! Scroll down to check out more exciting things on the right side of the blog!
 
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Homeless man Ken Goslin (1963 - 2011) RIP. (The Tennessean)
Ken Goslin, a homeless man from Tennessee will be buried in a tie dye shirt after passing away this last Wednesday, according  to The Tennessean. The cause: brain cancer. Ken Goslin died in the company of his friends at the short age of 48, but most of his adult life might not have seemed too short, since he had been struggling for a long time with homelessness. Even when the cancer had taken away his ability to speak and walk, Ken Goslin was still able to communicate with everyone else through writing and texting! Last April he was interviewed for the same source; and that's when Ken Goslin confessed that he was a believer and that he knew that he was here for a reason.

Not only I think that Ken Goslin came to this world to show us that being a believer can keep  souls strong but he also came to remind us that faith is something that we can lean on and live for, even when our hopes can sometimes seem to be down.

We will be able to feel with intensity  scenes from a character who becomes homeless on the novel. Ken Goslin confessed that what helped him fight was faith, but what purpose  did the character lived for  when faced with homelessness? Find out when you read the story!

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Getting back together with an ex. Photo: Picture Group
Getting back together with an ex boyfriend... Kate Von D just did!  Kate Von D and Jesse James recently  proved to the world that getting back together was actually an option for them as a couple, and so they actually got back together and the engagement ring is back on! The official story broke yesterday when People announced that Jesse James had confirmed during an interview the rumors that got spread everywhere about Kate Von D and Jesse James getting back together! The couple broke up last month reportedly because distance was causing a strain in their relationship.

Generally speaking, does getting back together with an ex boyfriend can be actually a good idea? Does getting back with an ex boyfriend ever work? What do you think? Did you ever end up getting back with your ex boyfriend and the relationship got stronger or did it go downhill again? Share your views today!
 
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Do love hate relationships work? Do love hate relationships last?
Do love hate relationships work? Romantic  love hate relationships can be really complicated and get much even worse if all issues aren't been addressed for the sake of working on a solution to finally make the relationship work out. A love hate relationship can begin at any point during the relationship, but on the most part a love hate relationship gets its name for various reasons. In the case of a romantic love hate relationship, a lot of the times yes, they're in love, but the couple is also very sexually attracted to each other and due to that and other reasons such as really wanting to work everything out, they stay together. What do you think? Do love hate relationships work? Let's take a look at this unedited and unpolished teaser  from the novel:
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Do love hate relationships work? Do love hate relationships last?
Do you think that this love hate relationship will work or last? Now, what do you think about that the fact that Elizabeth stood back up from the bench and walked right back in? Now that is an example of a love hate relationship. Wait until you find out what happens next when you read the novel! That was just a small teaser of everything that you will be able to live and experience when you read Life is Like a Box of Chocolates: An Inspirational Novel. Now, do love hate relationships work? Do love hate relationships last? If you think that you are in a love hate relationship you might think that there could be a solution. You're right, there might be a solution to it, if taken care of on time! Both need to sit down and discuss what are the things that make up the hate part of the relationship and work on them; keeping in mind that it won't be easy because relationships in general require a lot of effort and commitment. The important thing is to stay positive and try your best, it can work out! However, if on the long run it doesn't work then it will be naturally evident to understand that it's probably time to put an end to the love hate relationship. Have you ever been in a love hate relationship? Can you make a prediction of the love hate relationship portrayed on this teaser? Share your views!

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Are Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds dating? Photo: AdMedia
Every nasty divorce is never good and healthy, but as people always say, there's a light at the end of the tunnel so now that Sandra Bullock has finally being able to rebuild her life in such a positive way after adopting her son, do you think that she has finally found love after such a nasty divorce? Read now: Are Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds dating?
Do you think that Sandra Bullock is in love again? What is your opinion on nasty divorces (subject touched in the novel)? How far do you think a former couple can go when it comes to a nasty divorce?

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I'm trying to work as fast as I can,but I want to make sure that each scene gets replenished with enough meaning, and when necessary, all the drama that we all like to hear about! Here's my latest word count upate: 
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A total of 38, 052 words as of 8/16/2011.
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Russell Armstrong suicide - (From: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) photo: FilmMagic
So this morning TMZ (in addition to other sources) reported that Russell Armstrong suicide was described as the scene of Russell Armstrong being found hanging in his own bedroom at Mulholland Drive. People reported though that it was at his friend's house. Read the full story of Russell Armstrong suicide right here. Now what is behind the Russell Armstrong suicide? TMZ also reported that his wife Taylor had filed for divorce last July, and check this: she claimed that Russell Armstrong had committed domestic  violence against her (one of the main topics of Life is Like a Box of Chocolates: An Inspirational Novel). Is there a connection between Russell Armstrong suicide and his possible abusive tendencies prior to his death?

I found this really good thread on WikiAnswers. The thread answers the question: If an abuser commits suicide, does his/her partner should feel responsible? Check the responses here. In summary though, the answers reflect how there's a huge chance that an abuser commited suicide as another way of controlling his / her victim. But why would they do this if they're already going to be dead? Apparently some think that this is caused also as a result from the abuser's deteriorated mental state.

Check out this excerpt from: helpguide.org: Do abusers commit suicide?
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Do abusers commit suicide?
Now I'd like to hear from you. Do you think that Russell Armstrong (if he was really an abuser) committed suicide as a result of a psychological disorder that could have been carried by any typical abuser or just because Taylor Armstrong left him? Maybe it was something else! Let's remember that an autopsy and toxicology test is still in process. What do you think about this case?
 
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Top 3 signs that a relationship is going downhill!
How do you know if your relationship is going downhill? There are so many ways to figure out but this time I'm going to surprise you with my top 3 signs that your relationship is going downhill: (Note: Of course, not just because any of these events occurs only once means that your relationship has already going downhill, but if it becomes repetitive, then at least that's a good reason to get worried!

Signs that relationship going downhill # 1: Belated confessions:
Your partner might make you a confession that you think you should have known out about much earlier during the relationship. When you ask why he/she didn't tell you before, you will most likely hear: "Because I knew you would get mad at me." Lack of communication can be a relationship's biggest enemy ever!

Signs that relationship going downhill # 2: Your partner becomes unreachable:
Your partner might have been pretty good at answering your phone calls, text messages, or emails, but lately you've been noticing that he rarely ever answers your call, or responds to text messages / emails as quick as he used to. This dramatic change in pattern can be a red flag!

Signs that relationship going downhill # 3: Change in behavior:
When you first met your partner he/she used to be really attentive and affectionate. Now, he / she shows up late to come see or meet you and sex starts happening a lot less often. When you bring up the subject, he / she gets defensive. This type of change in behavior should definitely not be ignored and might be a sign that something is not right in the relationship.

Check out this unedited and unpolished Life is Like a Box of Chocolates, An Inspirational Novel sneek peek:
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Is this a sign that a relationship is going downhill?
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Are these signs that a relationship is going downhill?
Wait until you read what happens inside the bar and what the female character Elizabeth learns also about Tyler. Do you think that she cuts him off right on the nasty act? Other than that, will Tyler actually prove Elizabeth wrong when it comes to her assumptions and actually be a man of his word?

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Unfortunately, death threats are a tool that an aggressor can use because he or she can't just accept that his / her spouse is seeking a divorce. The death threat concept can be quite similar when someone files for divorce due to death threats. However, they're both completely different. Let's take a look at both of these death threat / divorce cases:

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Could there have been death threats from William Dembie? - ChronicleOnline
You won't believe this! Jail guard (corrections officer) William Levy was charged with domestic violence (subject touched in my novel) and murder for stabbing his wife to death last Thursday (according to this report).Shortly after the murder,  William Levy calls the authorities to confess his crime! His wife Holly Dembie was found behind his home. The saddest part of all is, that a 4 year old will not have his mother anymore and Midview Schools  will be now be also mourning the loss of a great, special needs children worker. Holly Dembie's aunt: Diedre Ashmun said that she wasn't unsure why William Dembie killed his wife but that in fact they were having marital problems. Diedre Ashmun also informed that Holly Dembie had been consulting a divorce lawyer and that she had confessed to her aunt Diedre that he was abusive to her. Due to the possibility that William Dembie was abusive to his wife before killing her, do you think that Holly Dembie could have possibly been a victim of death threats after husband learned about her interest in getting a divorce? Sometimes some people  just can't live with the fact that someone wants to divorce them and they're capable of doing anything, like you will be able to see in Life is Like a Box of Chocolates: An Inspirational Novel. Wait until you find out what the agressor does once he finds out his wife wants to divorce him.


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Daniel Baldwin divorce / death threats case.
Now let's take a look at the Daniel Baldwin divorce / death threats case. According to dailymail.co.uk, Daniel Baldwin had filed for divorce after he claimed that his wife Joanne Baldwin had been attacking him with death threats. Now this death threats case is quite different from the one mentioned above because William Dembie had just learned that his wife wanted to file for divorce. What really happened in the death threats case between Daniel Baldwin and Joanne Baldwin? Now check this: the story doesn't end there. As many of you know, TMZ also reported recently that Daniel Baldwin went to court last Thursday to dismiss his restraining order! And there's even more to this alarming story: Both Daniel Baldwin and Joanne Baldwin filed the documents to dismiss the Daniel Baldwin and Joanne Baldwin divorce petition! This divorce and death threats case makes a lot of people worry more about this possible Daniel Baldwin and Joanne Baldwin reconciliation due to the fact there are even more details to this shocking story. The same day that Daniel Baldwin got a restriction order against his wife due to the claimed death threats, Joanne Baldwin  was arrested for violating her probation for driving under the influence. According to the reports, Daniel Baldwin expressed on his restraining order docs that his wife would scream at her children and throw objects around the house. He also claimed how she punched him numerous times, pulled a knife on him,  and how she even threw a phone on his face. Daniel Baldwin was granted custody of their children but now it seems like he wants to save his marriage. Do you think that he's doing the right thing? Do you think that Joanne Baldwin deserves another chance? Share your views!

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Can a long distance relationship really work? Take a look at this unedited sneak peek of Life is Like a Box of Chocolates: An Inspirational Novel and you tell me: do you think that this long distance relationship will really work according to this couple's daily activities?
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Can a long distance relationship work? / Can a long distance relationship last? / Can a long distance relationship really work?

Now, by the time that the book comes out then you'll definitely know what exactly will happen, but back to the sneak peek:
  • Do you see any efforts from both sides? If so, are the efforts being performed equally by both?
  • Do they seem to be really into each other?
  • Do they seem to be already head over heels about each other?
  • Do you see commitment from both of them?
  • Can you be able to spot any signs of mutual trust or is this this still too little information?
  • Can you predict whether they'll end up getting married or living together?
So, can a long distance relationship work? They definitely can. Can a long distance relationship last? Long distance relationships can absolutely last, although it's up to each individual to keep the relationship alive and in good standing. Being part of a long distance relationship can be hard work, but for as long as both feel like they are truly in love, and for as long as there is commitment and loyalty, the long distance relationship can be taken to unimaginable new levels! According to Wikihow,  statistic reports reflect that 2.9% of marriages in the US were classified at some point as long distance relationships. Share your long distance relationship story and views! Do you personally think that a long distance relationship can really work and last?

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