Arlene Nisson Lassin
Bio
A longtime writer, journalist, and Blogger, Arlene lives in Houston, Texas with her husband and family. Visit her Hot Flashes Blog (hot topics with a wink and a nod to that time in life!) at www.arlenelassin.com
Stories (5/0)
- Top Story - October 2017
Lingering Effects for Houston's Flooded — Trauma, Grief, and LossTop Story - October 2017
As you have no doubt heard, thanks to 24-hour-a-day news coverage at the time, the city of Houston suffered the most catastrophic rainfall recorded in United States' history this past August—the result of Hurricane Harvey. The Hurricane did not "directly hit" our city, but spread its outer bands of rain directly over us.
By Arlene Nisson Lassin7 years ago in Humans
How to Keep a Long Distance Relationship
Ok, you have just accepted that dream job in another city, and now you want to know if a long distance relationship can work, because the most important thing you are leaving behind is your partner. Yet, dating long distance can heat up your relationship as a couple or even with your life partner. Why? Because absence absolutely does make the heart grow fonder. I am living proof that it can work. Just follow the simple steps below to learn how to keep a long distance relationship red hot.
By Arlene Nisson Lassin7 years ago in Humans
Ways Being Single Is Good for Your Health
If you are newly single there is good news in that studies show that it's a GOOD thing; so let's discuss the many ways that being single is good for your health. If you just ended a relationship it probably doesn't feel so great right now. You are examining your life ready to embark on a solo journey, and want a healthier attitude about it. You are ready to socialize but you aren't quite ready for another relationship. Here's something guaranteed to make you feel a whole lot better - a list of the ways being single is good for your health.
By Arlene Nisson Lassin7 years ago in Humans
Hurricane Harvey Heroes Step In to Save Precious Memento
To most people, Elsa, the princess from the Disney movie Frozen, is just another memorable character in an animated movie. For Maya Sacks, age 6, and for her mom, Julie, she represented hope for a future in the home they loved, and the return of normalcy to their lives.
By Arlene Nisson Lassin7 years ago in Humans
- Top Story - September 2017
What NOT to Say to a Flood SurvivorTop Story - September 2017
Houston, Texas has just endured a flood and weather event of historic proportions in Hurricane Harvey. Survivors are fatigued and battered, stunned by their losses. If you know someone affected by this, you may long to reach out to comfort and reassure. Don't do that unless you can be truly empathetic.
By Arlene Nisson Lassin7 years ago in Humans