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.
The Cost of Freedom
Across the globe we hear the common refrain that "freedom is priceless," and yet in my world there really is a price attached to gaining freedom-- a [...]
The Ostrich Syndrome
Over the years, I've seen so many people suffer from this problem-- they try to hide from reality by digging their heads in the sand. Do they [...]
Are you a watcher or exhibitionist?
No, I'm not talking about sex today-- instead, I'm referring to how you use Facebook, Twitter, etc. Lately, there seem to be two distinct camps: 1) those [...]
The Emotional Ups & Downs of a Divorce
When you are going through a divorce, there are times you will be up, and times you will be down. It's an emotional roller coaster ride, and [...]
Don’t Underestimate the Importance of Date-Night
We all get tied up during the week with work and child-rearing obligations, but to keep your connection alive with your significant other it's important to make [...]
Emotional Rollercoasters
The first seven years of my career as a divorce lawyer, I focused on the business-side of the break ups-- then I went through my own divorce, [...]
Trips Down Memory Lane
We all get nostalgic every now and then, but nothing forces us to take a trip down memory lane like a move. After my divorce, I lived [...]
Embracing Change
In the business world, you either keep evolving or you become extinct, it is that simple. It has been the same in the animal kingdom for centuries-- [...]
Embracing Equal Rights
This week, President Obama made history by being the first-ever to mention gay rights in an Inauguration Speech. It was such an amazing moment to share with [...]
How Do We Develop Our Kids’ Social IQ?
Cathi Cohen's book "Raising Your Kids Social IQ" is such a great resource for all parents! We re-aired the segment on this a couple of time. Here is [...]
Avoiding Disappointment on Valentine’s Day
In 2013, I am embracing the mantra that we are each responsible for our own happiness. I refuse to let others rain on my parade. With this in mind, [...]
Staying Positive– it’s more than just an attitude
Most people who know me consider me a pretty upbeat, energetic person, and yet if you delved into my life story there are plenty of moments when [...]
Why do some opt for a litigated divorce?
Most people want to avoid court and minimize their legal fees-- but it takes two willing parties to agree to work through their issues outside of court. [...]
The Dark Side of Divorce
Tonight on Making It Last, I get to discuss the nasty part of my job-- litigation. Unlike in Collaborative cases or my mediated divorces, the cases that go [...]
Celebration of Life Ceremonies
Six months ago, by total serendipity, I ran into Donna Vincent Roa at Starbucks one lovely afternoon. She gave me a copy of her book, "The Ultimate [...]
Packing Up The Red Tent
I haven't read the Red Tent in a long time, but it is a book that I will always cherish-- it's about the importance of sharing stories, particularly [...]
College Tracks- this non profit rocks!
The stats are in now in for 2012, and two of my tv shows last year were in the top 10 most viewed for Montgomery Municipal Cable. Not [...]
Gay Marriages Finally become Legal in MD
Today is a momentous day-- not just for gay couples in Maryland-- but for all of us that care at all about justice and equal rights. Three [...]
NYE Past & our Resolutions for the Future
New Years Eve, here we are again. The last four decades, I've enjoyed this holiday in many wonderful places, including Barcelona, NYC's Times Square, Boston, DC, and Miami. Some have been very [...]
What is a life coach?
Life coaches are a growing trend among my peers-- these are professionals that can help you focus on the areas of your life you want to improve. [...]
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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.
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