Does Facebook Break Up Marriages?

Do you know someone who's marriage became a casualty of a Facebook flame? Chances are, you do! According to a UK survey, more than a third of divorce filings last year contained the word "Facebook."


I recently wrote an article for Latitude News about the growing father's rights movement - Dads who feel the child custody and child support laws need updating. At the end of the article, divorce lawyer and House Representative Marie Sapienza mooted an interesting idea - mandatory pre-nuptial agreements.

Like the zen idea of contemplating your own death, contemplating the possible end of your union can put your partner into sharper focus, and put you both on the same page.

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With divorce on the cards for one in two marriages, sounds like that ole institution needs all the help it can get. Matter of fact, with so many couples choosing to live together, it's interesting that gay and lesbian people want to be married. They see a value in tying the knot, and will fight for the right to do it.

Quantum Fire debut

Sitting on Zeus' throne.

In Near Miss - a short story I published in the Across Town anthology by Columbus Creative Co-operative - the protagonist sews costumes for the vibrant arts scene in Columbus.

Last week, I was able to be part of that scene when Quantum Fire debuted at the arts festival Agora at Junctionview. Fire spinners with poi, staff and hoops, and fire eaters wove a play from Greek myth, with eye-popping flame effects from giant propane torches.

Although I didn't take part in Quantum Fire's first gig, my husband airbrushed my face, and created a headdress for me. I don't know whether I was Mrs Ninja, or an extra from Revenge of the Sith, but it sure drew stares and people asking: "Do you mind if I take your picture?"

I'm glad to hear that Quantum Fire will keep on smokin' with more performances in the pipeline. Over the winter, the troupe practiced their fire and hoop spinning techniques (unlit) at Via Vecchia Winery. I spent many happy evenings chatting with the artists - cross-pollination, I call it, while working on stories or just drinking wine and hanging out.

Next year, I plan to spend more time spinning the hoops and learning to twirl the staffs and poi. I feel inspired to "light up" at least once with Quantum Fire.