Regina DeMeo, known affectionately as GenXSmartie, hosts a blog about relationships, and it covers dating, marriage, parenting, modern family dynamics and divorce as seen from the very personal perspective of a divorced divorce lawyer.
What Changes Do You Most Want To See?
Usually, those people that are motivated to re-marry do so within 2-5 years of their divorce, but alas not all of us feel the need to tie [...]
What Do You Like Most About Being Single?
After a decade of being single, I've been reflecting a lot on what I have enjoyed most about being on my own the last 10 years, and [...]
What Skeletons Are In Your Closet?
In light of the whole Ashley Madison scandal, I am sure millions out there are now counting the days until their secret is revealed, especially those that [...]
5 Signs Your Relationship Is Dysfunctional
Are you wondering if your situation normal? Lots of people ask me this question, and honestly I no longer know what is "normal" but to me the [...]
Is Your Wedding Budget Realistic?
If you have been through this drill once before, then these numbers won't surprise you, but if you are getting married for the first time, prepare yourself [...]
Do You Feel Like It Is Groundhog Day?
Remember that 1993 movie with Bill Murray, where he keeps waking up and the day keeps repeating itself? If you are stuck in a vicious cycle, it [...]
Are You Looking for A Roadmap?
Once upon a time, most of us knew exactly what was expected of us and we yearned to meet those expectations: get an education, find a good [...]
Are You Trying To Negotiate With The Devil?
Some people just cannot be reasoned with, they simply will not budge. The art of compromise is not part of their emotional tool box- so it's either [...]
What Is “Ours” Versus “Yours” or “Mine”?
This is a question that plagues me every day-- either in my prenup consults or with those about to embark in the divorce process. Explaining the law [...]
Are You Challenging Yourself Enough?
If you are feeling a bit bored, or complacent, and you are tired of the same old, same old then it is obvious you need to challenge [...]
Are You Making Some Bad Decisions?
Realizing something is wrong is half the battle, so cut yourself some slack. If you don't feel like you are at your best, work through those feelings [...]
What’s The Hardest Thing You Have Ever Done?
What is the hardest thing you have ever done? If you can't narrow it down, think of your top 5. Now, up to this point, here is [...]
What Is Your Achilles Heel?
We all have a weak spot, that is what makes us human. Sometimes we see them clearly, but other times we may be blinded by our emotions, [...]
See How Far We Have Come?
Twenty years ago, while I was in law school and no states in the country recognized gay marriages, we barely debated the issue of gay marriages, in [...]
What Are You Worried About?
Unless you are a child, whose every possible needs and wants are taken care of, everyone worries about something. As young adults, most of us worry about [...]
5 Tips for Those About To Tie The Knot
During the height of wedding season, I spend a lot of time each week talking to couples not just about matrimonial law and the benefits of having [...]
Do All Your Disagreements Turn Into Arguments?
It's normal to disagree--we simply don't all see things the same way, both figuratively and literally. A great recent example is the whole debate on Youtube about [...]
How Needy Are You?
Forget material needs for a just second, and let's talk about emotional needs. We all have vastly different emotional needs, and part is based on how we [...]
Do You Feel Like The Sky Is Falling?
When you are free falling into an emotional abyss, it may very well feel like the sky is falling. This is normal when you suffer a sudden [...]
Are You Stressed About Moving?
If you are in the process of moving, regardless of whether it is for a good reason or a rather sad one, try to cut yourself some [...]
Let Me Help You!
I am committed to providing stellar legal services at a reasonable price-point. Together with my clients, I strive to develop a legal strategy that works within their budgets tailored to meet their needs regarding a either a prenup or postnup, or separation/divorce cases involving child support, alimony, custody and/or property division. Flat-fee prenups and separation agreements are available upon request.
Office: 7960 Old Georgetown Rd, Suite 3B, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 240-396-4373
Email: rdemeo@markhamlegal.com