tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27552158538164390222024-02-19T01:33:13.016-07:00Knowing Your RolesChelseahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11758779727189037412noreply@blogger.comBlogger99125truetag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-9327757931137666852013-08-04T17:02:00.000-06:002013-08-04T17:02:12.742-06:00LDD's Weekly Recap: July 29th - August 4th<div data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="text-align: center;">
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> Another
week, and another month, is in the books! July was an exciting month
for Learning Domestic Discipline, and we're excited about what August
has in store as well. If you missed anything this past week on the LDD
blog, we'll get you all up to speed. Let's recap the new content from
the past seven days.</span><br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-15-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-15-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 15"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 15</strong></a> <span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">-
In this week's Mailbag Monday, we answer questions about getting over a
first love and finding a new domestic discipline partner and helping an
HoH learn more about the domestic discipline lifestyle. Chelsea also
talks about not finishing med school and whether or not she regrets that
decision.</span><br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/spanking-vs-hitting/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/spanking-vs-hitting/" target="_blank" title=""Spanking" vs. "Hitting" - The Great Debate"><strong>"Spanking" vs. "Hitting" - The Great Debate</strong></a> <span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">-
Do "spanking" and "hitting" mean the same thing? I (Clint) break down
the definitions of the two words and offer my opinion on the differences
between the two. What do you think? We'd love to hear your thoughts
on the debate, too.</span><br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-august-kickoff-edition/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-august-kickoff-edition/" target="_blank" title="Five Things Friday: August Kickoff Edition"><strong>Five Things Friday: The August Kickoff Edition</strong></a> <span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">- A very, shall we say, <em>interesting</em>
"tantrum" video is making its way around the internet, information
about the LDD Retreat, and a big personal announcement are all a part of
the latest edition of the Five Things series.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">A new month brings a new Couples Challenge here at Learning Domestic Discipline. Do you have the courage to do the</span> <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/august-couples-challenge-confessions/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/august-couples-challenge-confessions/" target="_blank" title="August Couples Challenge: Confessions"><strong>August Couples Challenge</strong></a><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">?</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Just a shade over two weeks remain to vote for the LDD Retreat dates! Stop by the Retreat Site to</span> <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank" title="LDD Retreat Voting Page"><strong>cast your vote</strong></a><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">!</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">All free LDD downloads and all LDD eBooks are available in one convenient spot -- the new Downloads Site!</span> <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/products/" href="http://learningdd.com/products/" target="_blank" title="The LDD Downloads Site"><strong>Come check it out</strong></a><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">!</span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> Learning
Domestic Discipline has plenty in store for the month of August, and we
hope to have you along for the ride. Onward we go into a brand new
month! Enjoy your upcoming week. :)</span><br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png"><img alt="LDDSignature" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2526" data-mce-src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" height="81" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" width="400" /></a>Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-23234702248123185972013-07-28T18:03:00.001-06:002013-07-28T18:03:36.922-06:00LDD's Weekly Recap: July 22nd - 28th<div data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="text-align: center;">
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We
hope you all have had a wonderful week. The past seven days have been
very productive here at Learning Domestic Discipline. We've launched a
new entity to the site, and we recorded a new podcast! We hope you're
enjoying the new features of the site. If you haven't had a chance to
see what's new, let's get you all up to speed with the latest happenings
at LDD.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-14-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-14-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 14"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 14</strong></a>
- We touch on gender roles in domestic discipline and the different
dynamics in the lifestyle, we discuss our favorite foods, and we talk
about what things we'd gather if we only had 5 minutes to gather them in
a dreaded apocalypse situation. </span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/download-site/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/download-site/" target="_blank" title="The Download Site Has LAUNCHED Plus A Brand New Podcast!"><strong>The Download Site Has Launched And It Features A Brand New Podcast!</strong></a> </span><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">-
The day of the Download Site launch has finally come! All of LDD's
downloads are in one convenient place, and all of our eBooks are once
again for sale! We're offering Grand Opening coupons on all LDD eBooks,
too! The new "Additional Punishments" podcast covers the corner time,
bedroom time, and removing privileges punishments, so stop on by the new</span><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> <strong><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/products/" href="http://learningdd.com/products/" target="_blank" title="The LDD Downloads Site">Download Site</a></strong> </span><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">and check it out! While you're there, you can download your copy of the new free podcast. :)</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-evolution-of-maintenance-spankings/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-evolution-of-maintenance-spankings/" target="_blank" title="Saturday Stories: "Evolution of Maintenance Spankings""><strong>Saturday Stories: "Evolution of Maintenance Spankings"</strong></a> </span><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">-
I (Clint) take over the Saturday Stories column to talk about how
maintenance spankings have evolved into something unexpected in our
marriage, and how we're better off because of it.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Don't forget that voting for the LDD Retreat dates is happening now! Stop by the LDD Retreat site to <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank" title="LDD Retreat Voting Page"><strong>cast your vote</strong></a>! <em><strong>(Voting ends on August 19th, 2013)</strong></em></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The August LDD Newsletter will be sent out on Friday August 2nd, 2013. If you'd like to receive your free LDD newsletter,</span><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> <a data-mce-href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" title="The LDD Newsletter"><strong>sign up here</strong></a>. <em><strong>(Your email address is not used for any other purpose)</strong></em></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We're
now focusing our attention on finishing the DD Wives Club. It has been
a long time in the works and we're excited to git-r-done!</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">This
past week, the Learning Domestic Discipline Forums hit a major
milestone. We officially hit 1,000 forum members in just 8 short
months! If you're not a member yet, we'd love to have you a part of
them. Join us by</span> <strong><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/forum/" href="http://learningdd.com/forum/" target="_blank">clicking here</a></strong><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">.</span></li>
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Thank you for joining us on another great week at LDD! We couldn't do
any of this without your support, and it means so much to us. We'll see
you next week!</span><br />
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It
was a very up and down week for Learning Domestic Discipline. We've
been dealing with some technical issues on the forthcoming LDD Download
Site that have been very frustrating to say the least, however we're
doing everything we can to work through them and launch as soon as
possible. We owe a big thank you to a very good friend of ours,
Callie's husband<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> (from the blog <a data-mce-href="http://aboutusoz.blogspot.com/" href="http://aboutusoz.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="About Us"><strong>About Us</strong></a>) </span>who
offered us a helping hand all the way from Australia. Thank you so
much, H! Your knowledge and expertise on the matter was, and is, very
much appreciated. We'll get the Download Site up and running soon!<br />
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Despite the technical troubles, we still had a great week here at LDD. Let's recap the week that was, shall we? Yes, we shall.<br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-disciplines-mailbag-monday-week-13/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-disciplines-mailbag-monday-week-13/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 13"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 13</strong></a>
- We offer our thoughts on handling movement from the submissive
partner during a spanking, preemptively punishing before a couple is
scheduled to be apart from one another for an extended period of time,
and whether or not we think posting an ad on Craigslist to spank outside
of the relationship is a good idea in this week's round of Mailbag
Monday questions.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">
Due to the aforementioned technical difficulties, there was no
Wednesday post this week. The announcement of the LDD Downloads site
was scheduled, however given the issues we've had with its forthcoming
launch, we've had to postpone the post. It'll go live as soon as the
Download Site is all set to go!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-lightning-bolt-edition-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-lightning-bolt-edition-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Five Things Friday: Lightning Bolt Edition"><strong>Five Things Friday: Lightning Bolt Edition</strong></a>
- I (Clint) took over my wife's Five Things series this week to talk
about a close call on our vacation, an interview Chelsea recently did
for a radio show, and a new album from the most personally influential
band of my lifetime.</span><br />
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<li>Voting for the LDD Retreat dates is now open! Stop on by the LDD Retreat site to <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank" title="The Learning Domestic Discipline Retreat Site"><strong>cast your vote</strong></a>!</li>
<li>It's mentioned in the Five Things post, but if you want a direct link to the radio interview Chelsea did, you can <a data-mce-href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/domsub/2013/07/19/domination-submission-radio" href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/domsub/2013/07/19/domination-submission-radio" target="_blank" title="Chelsea's Radio Interview"><strong>find it here</strong></a>.</li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">That wraps up another week here at Learning Domestic Discipline! See you next week!</span><br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/LDDSignature1.png" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/LDDSignature1.png"><img alt="LDDSignature" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2475" data-mce-src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/LDDSignature1.png" height="81" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/LDDSignature1.png" width="400" /></a>Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-73293346903058300922013-07-15T14:42:00.001-06:002013-07-15T14:42:14.084-06:00LDD's Weekly Recap: July 1st - 7th<div data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="text-align: center;">
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We hope our fellow Americans enjoyed their holiday week (Independence
Day) as much as we did! We had a wonderful week both personally, and
with Learning Domestic Discipline. We added three new articles and sent
out the July LDD Newsletter, all while enjoying fireworks and
incredible food in the meantime. Yes, we would say that qualifies as a
pretty good week. :)</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">If you missed anything on the LDD blog, here's a recap of the latest happenings.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-disciplines-mailbag-monday-week-12/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-disciplines-mailbag-monday-week-12/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 12"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 12</strong></a>
- We kicked off July by answering three tough questions including how
to handle nervousness/hesitation before a spanking, if either one of us
ever feel that I (Clint) am overbearing at times, and if DD can work if
the HoH isn't responsible for every little thing.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/submissive-wife/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/submissive-wife/" target="_blank" title="I'm A Submissive Wife"><strong>I'm A Submissive Wife</strong></a>
- Chelsea talks about how submission works in our marriage, and how her
submissiveness to her husband doesn't necessarily mean she wants to be,
or needs to be, "submissive" to everyone else.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-the-sun-break-that-changed-our-marriage/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-the-sun-break-that-changed-our-marriage/" target="_blank"><strong>Saturday Stories: "The Sun Break That Changed Our Marriage"</strong></a> - Guest writer Meredith, from the blog <a data-mce-href="http://newtwistafteralltheseyears.blogspot.com/" href="http://newtwistafteralltheseyears.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="New Twist, After All These Years"><strong>New Twist, After All These Years</strong></a>, shares how domestic discipline isn't just for the young, but the young at heart as well.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Don't forget to check out the <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/july-couples-challenge-great-qualities-part-ii/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/july-couples-challenge-great-qualities-part-ii/" target="_blank" title="July Couples Challenge"><strong>July Couples Challenge</strong></a> as we kick off a new month.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We addressed the media articles one final time to put closure on the whole ordeal in a LDD Network blog post titled, "<a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.ning.com/profiles/blogs/beauty-and-the-daily-beast" href="http://learningdd.ning.com/profiles/blogs/beauty-and-the-daily-beast" target="_blank" title="Beauty and the Daily Beast"><strong>Beauty and the Daily Beast.</strong></a>" <em>(Available to LDD Network members only)</em></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We
tried our hardest to get all caught up on emails before we left for
vacation, however we just couldn't get to them all. We apologize for
the delay if you're awaiting a response. We'll be gone all week, but
we'll return to LDD (and emailing) in the middle of July. Thank you for
your patience and understanding.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">This past week, a dear member of blogland,</span> <strong><a data-mce-href="http://newlifeindd.blogspot.com/" href="http://newlifeindd.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Bas</a></strong><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">, passed away. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, and all those that loved and cared about him. His</span> <strong><a data-mce-href="http://newlifeindd.blogspot.com/2013/07/veni-vidi-vici.html" href="http://newlifeindd.blogspot.com/2013/07/veni-vidi-vici.html" target="_blank">last entry</a></strong> <span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">brought tears to our eyes, and we're so saddened by the loss of a "Blogland Great". Rest peacefully, Bas. We will miss you. :(</span></li>
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That wraps things up for the week! Like we mentioned in the weekly
updates, we'll be gone on vacation all next week, so we will not be able
to respond to emails, comments, etc. until we return. As always, we
thank you for your continued readership and support. It means so very
much to us. We hope you all have a safe, happy, and wonderful upcoming
week! See you again soon, friends!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> Another week is in the books! In fact, another <em>month</em>
is in the books. Learning Domestic Discipline closed out the final
week of June with a brand new downloadable packet. Did you get your
copy? If you missed anything over the past seven days, we'll get you
all up to speed.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-does-not-equal-christian-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-does-not-equal-christian-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Does Not Equal Christian Domestic Discipline"><strong>Learning Domestic Discipline Does Not Equal Christian Domestic Discipline</strong></a>
- The title of this post says it all. We attempt to clarify the
difference between our website and the Christian Domestic Discipline
websites out there in cyber land.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/presenting-the-hoh-packet-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/presenting-the-hoh-packet-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Presenting the Downloadable HoH Packet!"><strong>Presenting the Downloadable HoH Packet!</strong></a>
- The latest free LDD download is for the all the HoHs out there. It
includes information on lecturing, punishments, reinforcement, and a
whole lot more! It's 50+ pages of information written specifically for
the head of the household in your relationship/marriage. Download your
free copy today! (Or, you know, whenever it's convenient for you.)</span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-5-things-friday-holiday-weekend-edition/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-5-things-friday-holiday-weekend-edition/" target="_blank" title="Five Things Friday: Holiday Weekend Edition"><strong>Five Things Friday: Holiday Weekend Edition</strong></a>
- We prepare for a personal vacation, and domestic discipline bloggers
all around the world rally behind a very special 6-year old little
girl. She's in our thoughts and prayers, and in our hearts.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The
LDD Retreat date voting is on hold until things calm down from the
"Rita Skeeter" incident. Perhaps we should add "Rita Skeeter" to the <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-glossary/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-glossary/" target="_blank" title="Domestic Discipline Glossary"><strong>LDD Glossary</strong></a>?</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The July LDD Newsletter will be sent out on July 5th, 2013. You can join the free mailing list <a data-mce-href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" title="The LDD Newsletter"><strong>right here</strong></a>. <em><strong>(Email is not used for any other purpose.)</strong></em></span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> Onward we go into July! We hope everyone has a wonderful upcoming week!</span><br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> </span> <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png"><img alt="LDDSignature" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2526" data-mce-src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" height="81" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/LDDSignature.png" width="400" /></a>Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-6302805285502734192013-06-23T18:22:00.000-06:002013-06-24T05:31:07.544-06:00LDD's Weekly Recap: June 17th - 23rd<div data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="text-align: center;">
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> Hello Learning Domestic Discipline readers! How was your week? Oh, ours was...<i>interesting</i>.
Thanks for asking. We changed things up a bit on the posting
schedule. Rather than post a Saturday Stories article from a fellow
DD'er this week, we wrote a couple of personal domestic discipline
stories ourselves, one of which was posted on Thursday. If you missed
anything, which would have been <i>p r e t t y</i> tough to do this week, we'll get you all up to speed.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-11-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-11-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 11"><b>Mailbag Monday: Week 11</b></a>
- Chelsea sat this round of questions out, so I (Clint) answered
questions about practicing domestic discipline when apart from your
partner for months, whether or not the submissive partner should still
be punished if the HoH "started it", and how my wife and I keep things
"fresh" in our domestic discipline marriage in this week's Mailbag
Monday post.</span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-is-abuse/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-is-abuse/" target="_blank" title=""Domestic Discipline is Abuse""><b>"Domestic Discipline is Abuse"</b></a>
- In the first of two personal stories from the heart, I (Clint) talk
about how I reacted when I first heard about the domestic discipline
lifestyle. How similar is it to your initial reaction?</span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-is-abuse-part-2-chelseas-story/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-is-abuse-part-2-chelseas-story/" target="_blank" title=""Domestic Discipline is Abuse?" Part 2: Chelsea's Story"><b>"Domestic Discipline is Abuse?"</b> <b>Part 2: Chelsea's Story</b></a>
- In a second personal story from the heart, Chelsea opens up about the
things in her life that truly define her as a person, and she
elaborates on how the domestic dynamic <i><b>really</b> </i>works for anyone who may be visiting LDD for the first time.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The July LDD Newsletter will be sent out on Friday July 5th, 2013. You can join the free mailing list by <a data-mce-href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" title="The LDD Newsletter"><b>clicking here</b></a>. <i><b>(Your email address is not used for any other purpose)</b></i></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Barring anything unforeseen, we'll be addressing recent media articles by Wednesday.</span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We hope you all have a wonderful upcoming week! We thank everyone for their continued readership and support. Until next time.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We
had a great week here at Learning Domestic Discipline! We were asked
another tough set of questions (AGAIN) in this week's Mailbag Monday
post, and we're also offering yet another free download for
readers/listeners to enjoy! If you missed anything this week, we'll get
you all caught up with the latest LDD happenings.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-10-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-10-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 10"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 10</strong></a>
- We offer our advice on how to take the next step when it comes to
spanking implements, how to handle a difference of opinion when it comes
to punishing children in a unique family dynamic, and what one CD we
would replace in our collections if all of our music was stolen in this
week's round of Mailbag Monday questions.</span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-lecturing-podcast-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-lecturing-podcast-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="The Lecturing Podcast"><strong>The Lecturing Podcast</strong></a> - In our second LDD podcast, we cover a very important domestic discipline component -- <em><strong>lecturing</strong></em>.
This podcast even includes a real lecturing example by us (Clint and
Chelsea) within it. You can read more about the new podcast, and
download it for free, by clicking the link to the post (above).</span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-punishment-edition/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-punishment-edition/" target="_blank" title="Five Things Friday: The Punishment Edition"><strong>Five Things Friday: The Punishment Edition</strong></a>
- Chelsea talks about her unfortunate punishment-filled week, a fellow
DD blogger talks about "Stress Relief Spankings", and an all-too-real
singles dating site that you never knew existed in this week's Five
Things. Oh, just WAIT until you see this one.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We've
received a number of requests for the new LDD eBooks. We're working to
make them available on sites such as Lulu, Amazon, etc. as soon as we
possibly can. We'll also make them available on the LDD website in the
very near future. Once they're available, we'll announce it here on the
blog and the <a data-mce-href="https://twitter.com/learningdd" href="https://twitter.com/learningdd" target="_blank" title="Learning DD Twitter Page"><strong>LDD Twitter page</strong></a>. We thank you in advance for your interest in the eBooks, and for your patience.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The
polls to begin voting for the LDD Retreat dates will be posted next
week. If you missed the announcement, the LDD Retreat location will be
Galtinburg/Pigeon Forge, TN.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We're
working very hard to get the two latest LDD projects launched as soon
as possible -- the DD Wives Club and the Download Site are both in the
works. It shouldn't be too much longer before they're launched!</span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We
wish all the great dads out there a very happy Father's Day! We hope
you enjoy your day with your loved ones. :) Thank you all for your
readership and support this week! Onward we go to next week....see you
then!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We
slowed things down a bit the past few days as we celebrated our wedding
anniversary week. Thanks to all who wished us a happy anniversary! We
had a wonderful week as a family, and we're ready to get back on track
with Learning Domestic Discipline. Despite us taking the week "off", we
kept our posting schedule on track with three new posts. Take a
look...</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-9/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-9/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 9"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 9</strong></a>
- It was a mixed bag of interesting questions this week. We answered
questions about why spanking is an important component to the domestic
discipline lifestyle, what planet we'd choose to live on if Earth became
too crowded, and we obliged to a very kind request from a fellow
blogger.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-anniversary-week/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-anniversary-week/" target="_blank" title="Our Anniversary Week!"><strong>Our Anniversary Week!</strong></a> - We took this week "off" from LDD to celebrate our wedding anniversary! :)</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-guest-post/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-guest-post/" target="_blank" title="Saturday Stories: "Journey to My Contented Home!""><strong>Saturday Stories: "Journey to My Contented Home!"</strong></a>
- The first article from a fellow blogger in blogland was featured in
this week's edition of Saturday Stories. Kat, from the blog "<a data-mce-href="http://mycontentedhome.wordpress.com/" href="http://mycontentedhome.wordpress.com/" target="_blank" title="My Contented Home"><strong>My Contented Home</strong></a>",
shares how making the domestic discipline aspect of her marriage more
intense and structured substantially improved things for her and her
husband.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We
announced in the June LDD Newsletter that our free download series will
be getting its own site! Look for that to launch later this month.</span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We're looking forward to next week and we hope you are as well!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">It's
Sunday, and here at Learning Domestic Discipline that means it's Weekly
Recap time! We had an exciting week with yet another new feature and
download for readers to enjoy. This time the download isn't something
to read - it's something to listen to! Let's get you all up to speed
with the latest happenings here at LDD.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-7-learning-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-7-learning-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 7"><b>Mailbag Monday: Week 7</b></a>
- Working though difficult HoH emotions, getting in a "submissive state
of mind", and leaving marks after spankings are all topics addressed in
this week's round of Mailbag Monday questions - perhaps the most
challenging set of questions to date. </span><br />
<br />
<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-podcast-announcement/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-podcast-announcement/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Podcast #1"><b>Introducing the Learning Domestic Discipline Podcast Series!</b></a>
- We do our best to embarrass ourselves in a 45 minute downloadable
podcast that covers the LDD definition of domestic discipline, the pros
and cons to living the lifestyle, and much more. It's our first ever
podcast, so we welcome any and all feedback that will help us in
improving future podcasts!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-five-things-friday-middle-of-month-edition/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-five-things-friday-middle-of-month-edition/" target="_blank" title="Five Things Friday: Middle of the Month Edition"><b>Five Things Friday: Middle of the Month Edition</b></a>
- A milestone for Chelsea, two upcoming months full of holidays and
celebrations, and a Pinterest site that will strike your funny bone in
this week's Five Things Friday post.<br /> </span><br />
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<ul>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Two locations are pulling away in the LDD Retreat voting. It's going to be close at the final tally, so you better <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank" title="Retreat Location Options"><b>come vote and vote often</b></a> for the location you want! <i><b>(Voting ends on June 1st, 2013)</b></i></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The June LDD Newletter will be sent out on Friday, June 7th. You can subscribe to the mailing list <a data-mce-href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" title="The LDD Newsletter"><b>here</b></a>. <i><b>(Subscription to the monthly LDD Newsletter is free)</b></i></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Under two weeks left to purchase LDD eBooks at promotional rates! Stop on by and <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Promos"><b>find the right package for you</b></a>! <i><b>(Promos end June 1st, 2013)</b></i></span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Thanks
for all of your readership and support! We're marching on full steam
ahead into next week, and we hope you'll be there with us!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Another
week is in the books! But, before we get into the weekly recap, we want
to wish all the mothers out there a very happy Mother's Day! As parents
ourselves, we know how hard you work and you deserve this special day-
we hope everyone has a great Mother's Day! </span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">This
week's Mailbag Monday questions were really difficult to answer, and if
you missed the Saturday Stories post, it's one that we feel every wife
wanting or considering domestic discipline should read. We think a lot
of experienced couples will be able to relate to it as well. Let's get
you all caught up with this week's LDD content!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-6/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-6/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 6"><strong>Mailbag Monday: Week 6</strong></a>
- We opened up about some things we personally struggle with in our own
domestic discipline marriage, and we got a question that raised some
concerns in this week's Mailbag Monday. A reader was also kind enough
to make us aware of a great new app!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/punishing-when-the-wife-is-angry/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/punishing-when-the-wife-is-angry/" target="_blank" title="Punishing When the Wife is Angry"><strong>Punishing When the Wife is Angry</strong></a>
- Clearly it's important that the HoH not punish when he's angry, but
what about times when the wife is angry? We discuss and explore this
topic and offer a way to work through the problem if you ever find
yourself in that situation.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-the-reality-of-starting-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-the-reality-of-starting-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank" title="Saturday Stories: The Reality of Starting Domestic Discipline""><strong>Saturday Stories: "The Reality of Starting Domestic Discipline"</strong></a>
- Guest writer Liza wrote a wonderful article about having false
expectations when first starting out with the domestic discipline
lifestyle in this week's Saturday Stories feature.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Over 11,000 votes have been cast for the LDD Retreat location. Have you cast your vote yet? <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank" title="Retreat Location Options"><strong>Cast your vote here</strong></a>!</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The
DD Wives Club is getting closer to completion. We're building our own
databases, so it's taking a lot longer than anticipated. We know a lot
of you are excited about it, and we are too! Thanks for being so
patient with us as we put it all together. It'll be worth the wait! In
the meantime, you can sign up for the LDD Network <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.ning.com/" href="http://learningdd.ning.com/" target="_blank" title="The LDD Social Network"><strong>here</strong></a> (your membership will automatically transfer over to the DD Wives Club). Here's some <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/special-network-announcement/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/special-network-announcement/" target="_blank" title="Special Network Announcement!"><strong>information about the LDD Network</strong></a> if you aren't familiar with it.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Unless
we get an overwhelming number of requests for it, we're going to cancel
our plans to create a comment archive. It's a TON of work to do, and
we're not feeling as though it would be worth the time and effort. We'd
rather use that time and effort on a bigger project that would better
benefit the community. We apologize for any disappointment this may
have caused anyone.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The LDD Springtime Promotions are currently running, and they offer TWO new products! <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Promos"><strong>Find the right package for you</strong></a>! <em><strong>(Promos end on June 1st, 2013)</strong></em></span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">We're looking forward to next week! See you all tomorrow for Week 7 of Mailbag Monday.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> We
kicked off the month of May with a brand new free download! The LDD
Domestic Discipline Punishment Journal example and template are now
available to download for free by <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-punishment-journal/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-punishment-journal/" target="_blank" title="Domestic Discipline Punishment Journals"><b>clicking here</b></a>. If there's anything else you missed this week, we'll get you all up to speed with the latest LDD content.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><b><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-5/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-week-5/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 5">Mailbag Monday: Week 5</a></b>
- We answered questions about the best way to bring DD into an
established relationship, whether or not DD can be effective without
spankings involved, and we addressed a question about punishing children
in this week's edition of Mailbag Monday.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-punishment-journal/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/domestic-discipline-punishment-journal/" target="_blank" title="Domestic Discipline Punishment Journals"><b>Domestic Discipline Punishment Journals</b></a>
- In our latest free LDD download series, we explain what domestic
discipline journals are and Chelsea goes into detail about a recent
punishment in the downloadable journal example and template file.</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-birthday-edition/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/five-things-friday-birthday-edition/" target="_blank"><b>Five Things Friday: Birthday Celebration Edition!</b></a>
- Two spankings, a long lost spanking implement found, and a year old
blogland post that every wife wanting DD should read. Oh, and let us
not forget, Chelsea's birthday was Friday as well! Kool & the Gang
came to the party, and we all brought our good times, and our laughter
too!</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The LDD Springtime Promos offer TWO exciting new products! Check out <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Promos"><b>what's new</b></a>! <i><b>(Promos end on June 1st, 2013)</b></i></span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Our
2nd Learning Domestic Discipline newsletter was sent out this past
Friday with an exciting announcement. Learning Domestic Discipline will
be offering podcasts beginning soon! Stay tuned for more information.</span></li>
<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Voting for the first ever</span> <b><a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com/retreat" href="http://www.learningdd.com/retreat" target="_blank">domestic discipline retreat</a></b><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"> location is underway. Where do <i>you</i> want the LDD Retreat to be held? Click here to</span> <b><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#!/?page_id=772" href="http://learningdd.com/retreat/#%21/?page_id=772" target="_blank">vote</a></b><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">!</span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">See you all next week! Have a great week everyone! :)</span><br />
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wrapped up the last week of April 2013 with some great new content here
at Learning Domestic Discipline. Mailbag Monday had a mix of fun and
thought-provoking questions, and we had another terrific guest post in
this week's edition of Saturday Stories. Take a look!</span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-mailbag-monday-week-4/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/learning-domestic-discipline-mailbag-monday-week-4/" target="_blank" title="Mailbag Monday: Week 4"><b>Mailbag Monday: Week 4</b></a>
- Working domestic discipline around children, insight to the
"exciting" side of spanking, and the animals Clint and Chelsea would be
(and why) if they had a choice in this week's edition of Mailbag Monday.</span><br />
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- A step-by-step outline of a highly effective way in which to conduct a
spanking for experienced domestic discipline couples to consider. </span><br />
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-while-pregnant/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories-while-pregnant/" target="_blank" title="Saturday Stories: Domestic Discipline While Pregnant"><b>Saturday Stories: Domestic Discipline While Pregnant</b></a>
- Our guest writers J & L discuss the challenges of practicing
domestic discipline during their recent pregnancy in this week's
Saturday Stories article.</span><br />
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<li><span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">The LDD Springtime Promos offer <b>TWO</b> new domestic discipline products! <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank" title="Learning Domestic Discipline Promos"><b>Come see what's new</b></a>! <i><b>(The promos run until June 1st, 2013)</b></i></span></li>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;">Have a great upcoming week! </span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><b><i>Consistently Inconsistent</i></b> is a brand new eBook from us, Clint and Chelsea, offered <i>exclusively</i> through the<a href="http://www.learningdd.com/promos" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline promotion website</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/?product=the-learning-domestic-discipline-beginner-boot-camp-workbook" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">The <i><b>LDD Beginner Boot Camp Workbook</b></i></a> is the companion to the brand new “Domestic Discipline Boot Camp For Beginners” eBook written by us, Clint and Chelsea, offered <i>exclusively</i> through the Learning Domestic Discipline website. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></span>: Outlined within the new beginner boot camp eBook is a comprehensive list of 25 relationship building exercises designed to promote and enhance important relationship components such as communication, trust, and appreciation (among others). From this comprehensive list, couples choose a number of exercises to incorporate into their own personal boot camp experience. This workbook provides sample templates and numerous helpful examples to help spring those homework assignments into action. Everything a couple needs to complete the boot camp homework assignments is found right here in this workbook!</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">DESCRIPTION</span>:</b><a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/?product=domestic-discipline-boot-camp-for-beginners" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><i><b> Domestic Discipline Boot Camp for Beginners</b></i></a> is tailored for couples either just beginning the domestic discipline lifestyle, or those in the early stages of their domestic discipline journey together. Beginner boot camp includes seven exercises that cover all basic punishments within the lifestyle, and includes a comprehensive list of 25 “homework assignments” for couples to choose from that are designed to promote communication, trust, love, respect, and affection between partners. Two days and a loving commitment are all that are needed to establish a healthy domestic discipline plan for your relationship. Are you ready to get started on the path to a healthy domestic discipline relationship?</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>D</b></span><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">ESCRIPTION</span>:</b><a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/?product=a-how-to-guide-to-domestic-discipline-boot-camp" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><i><b> A How-To Guide to Domestic Discipline Boot Camp</b></i></a> outlines an intense and challenging 2-5 day relationship experience tailored to more experienced couples in the domestic discipline lifestyle. The “no tolerance” policy within boot camp targets and establishes a healthy domestic discipline power dynamic, and addresses common domestic discipline issues such as inconsistency in the head of the household and repeat defiance from the submissive partner. Four spanking exercises per day of boot camp address and correct common spanking problems, and four “homework assignments” per day of boot camp promote and nourish existing relationship components such as communication, respect, love, and trust. The boot camp experience may be a challenge, but establishing a safe, healthy, and effective domestic discipline dynamic will ensure your relationship remains stable, secure, and happy for many years to come.</span></div>
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-24602927505692372352013-04-14T18:16:00.001-06:002013-04-14T18:16:55.938-06:00Learning Domestic Discipline's Weekly Recap: April 8th - 14th<div data-mce-style="text-align: center;" style="text-align: center;">
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this week! We had some great questions asked in this week's Mailbag
Monday, Learning Domestic Discipline turned two years old, and Chelsea
talked about a little hiccup in her year long "No Spanking Challenge" in
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- Questions about Clint's favorite spanking implement, spanking too
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/happy-birthday-ldd/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/happy-birthday-ldd/" target="_blank" title="Happy Birthday Learning Domestic Discipline!"><b>Happy Birthday Learning Domestic Discipline!</b></a> - Learning Domestic Discipline turned two on Wednesday and we're doing something unprecedented to celebrate!</span><br />
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-11690305361334452202013-03-20T20:18:00.000-06:002013-03-20T20:18:07.710-06:00The Learning Domestic Discipline Five Things Series: Spring Fever Edition!<br />
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<strong>If you're new to The 5 Things Series, here's how it works:</strong></div>
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Write about 2 domestic discipline related things</div>
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Link one other DD blog</div>
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<li><strong>Our new posting schedule starts the first week of April.</strong> If you haven't seen it yet, you can read all about it (and find out how to get involved) by <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" target="_blank"><strong>clicking HERE.</strong></a> As part of the new posting schedule, The 5 Things series will be a regular rotation (every other Friday starting the second week of April!).</li>
<li><strong>March is Q&A Month in Blogland! </strong>We do Q&A's a little different here at Learning Domestic Discipline. If you have a question that you'd like answered, feel free to <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-submit-your-questions-here/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-submit-your-questions-here/" target="_blank"><strong>send it in!</strong></a> Your question will be featured (anonymously) as part of our Mailbag Monday series!</li>
<li><strong>Random Personal Facts Time: </strong>We haven't done a Five Things post in awhile, or really any type of personal post, so here's some random tidbits to catch you up on what's been going on in our lives:<a data-mce-href="http://aboutusoz.blogspot.com/2013/03/submission-vs-fear.html" href="http://aboutusoz.blogspot.com/2013/03/submission-vs-fear.html" target="_blank"><br /></a><ul>
<li>Our son is now officially 20 months old, and <em>so</em> smart.I feel like we talk about that in every entry, but it's true. He really is our entire world. His latest phrase is "ready, set, go!". Yeah. He's perfect.</li>
<li>If you've never been spanked with a tilt-wand, let me just tell you. They <em>hurt!</em> Like, really hurt. Like, really hurt way worse than I ever thought they would. Thankfully, I only got a few (about 2 or 3..) swats with one (because our wooden cane mysteriously got lost in our move last month. Whoops.) but the tilt wand is fully something I expect to avoid in the future.</li>
<li>We're getting ready for summer vacation time! We have 1 trip booked for this spring, and are hoping to take a Hawaii vacation in late summer or early fall, schedule permitting. This is, by far, my favorite time of year.</li>
<li>We've been loving our new neighborhood, and city. I was a little stressed last month about how this move, to a whole new location, would go, but it's been great. We love our new house, and surroundings. The best part is there's a lake nearby (with parks surrounding it, open fields, miles of walking trails, etc.) and we pretty much live there on the weekends.</li>
<li>We're excited it's March Madness time! We live in a huge "basketball capital" with major basketball schools like NC State, Duke, and UNC all near us. So, basketball is huge here. As my husband put it the other day, this is one of his favorite times of the year.</li>
<li>I actually <em>asked</em> for a <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/maintenance-spankings/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/maintenance-spankings/" target="_blank">maintenance spanking</a> recently. All my friends probably think I'm crazy, but really, it helps with stress. I still don't think I'm ready to make it a regular part of DD for us (and thankfully, my husband isn't either) but they do help with stress from time to time.</li>
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<li>If you're ever in need of something that will make you smile, restore your faith in humanity, and make you feel good this post does just that. It's called<strong> <a data-mce-href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/moments-that-restored-our-faith-in-humanity-this-y" href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/moments-that-restored-our-faith-in-humanity-this-y" target="_blank">26 Moments That Restored Our Faith in Humanity</a></strong> (with pictures). Needless to say, it's worth reading/looking at. In a world full of crime news, sad stories, and war, this post is what every person needs to read.</li>
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-21443229969061495592013-03-08T14:16:00.002-07:002013-03-08T14:16:20.373-07:00$100 Amazon Giftcard Winner Announced!<br />
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February was a huge month for Learning Domestic Discipline. We reached some incredible milestones, <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;">launched dozens of new features</a>, and ran our first promotion. We’re happy to report that our first promotion was not only a big success, but has led to us deciding to run multiple promotions each year. <a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;">Our next one will begin on April 15th,</a> 2013 and will run for about 6 weeks featuring all new items, packages, and more incredible deals.</div>
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But, back to the fun stuff- as part of our February promotion, we also included a raffle, and today was the big drawing. If you’re curious how the raffle worked, we broke it down for you.</div>
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<li>Your raffle ticket number is your customer order number that was on your receipt when you purchased a package.</li>
<li>If you purchased packages 2, 4, or 5 your packages contained multiple raffle tickets. So, your order number was entered into our system multiple times. For example, if your order number was 10, and your purchased package 5, the number 10 was entered into our random number generator 4 times (since package 5 came with 4 tickets).</li>
<li>We used RandomPicker, which is a random number generating software used specifically for giveaways, raffles,etc. We entered in all the information, and the system randomly generates a number. This saves us from having to do the old-fashioned way of writing everything on paper and drawing out of a hat. <img alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" /></li>
<li>We are giving away a $100 Amazon gift card and a free year to the <a href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com/" style="color: rgb(35, 141, 199) !important; outline: none; text-decoration: none;">LDD Social Network</a>.</li>
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<b><span style="color: #3366ff;">Order #295!</span></b></h2>
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If you were order #295, we sent you an email. You have until Monday March 11th, 2013 to respond to our email. If there is no response, we will pick a new winner on Tuesday March 12th, 2013 and this post will be updated.</div>
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Congratulations to our winner!!</div>
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-Clint and Chelsea</div>
Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-2801382124727168972013-03-02T12:58:00.005-07:002013-03-02T12:58:35.538-07:00What's New at Learning Domestic Discipline<br />
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February has been quite the month for Learning Domestic Discipline. Honestly, it has probably been the busiest month we've had since we launched our blogs (in 2011), and definitely since we launched our website (just a few months ago). You might want to get comfortable, because this post is most likely going to be really long. But, it's also really exciting! We have done so much in February and the best part is that we're just getting started! :)</div>
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In the upcoming months, the first <a data-mce-href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" href="http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001nFPRmisvdtVgb1oZe9bkxgW4WepP4wrLxcH2MwugWtnaqjmwpWg1cr2xj0vtbVbX6xiznJE4womuxtPlyVmZAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline newsletter</a> will be launching. The newsletter will include a featured article, FAQs and all sorts of domestic discipline related content. It will be delivered once a month to your inbox and that will be the only email you will receive from Learning Domestic Discipline each month. We won't spam you, we promise. :)</div>
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We now have a feature where if you would like to subscribe to our blog, via email, you can using the sign-up form on the right sidebar of our <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog</a>. By subscribing via email you will receive an email when we post new content on our blog so that you can be kept "in the loop".</div>
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<b>We Have a New Website: Beginning Domestic Discipline!</b></h3>
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This has been a giant work in progress and we are <em>so</em> excited to present to you our brand new site, <a data-mce-href="http://www.beginningdd.com" href="http://www.beginningdd.com/" target="_blank">Beginning Domestic Discipline</a>, which was created for those who are new to the lifestyle, or considering it. We wanted to give beginners (and soon-to-be-beginners) a place of their own.</div>
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<strong>The New Beginning Domestic Discipline Blog is Also Ready!</strong></h3>
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While creating the new <a data-mce-href="http://www.beginningdd.com" href="http://www.beginningdd.com/" target="_blank">Beginning Domestic Discipline site</a>, it dawned on us that, really, beginners should get their own blog too. So, we built a <a data-mce-href="http://www.beginningdd.com/blog" href="http://www.beginningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Beginning Domestic Discipline blog</a>. Similar to our <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog</a>, the Beginning Domestic Discipline blog will be updated with content, and will follow the same posting schedule as the Learning Domestic Discipline blog.</div>
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Sticking with our idea of providing more information to those beginning, or wanting to begin the domestic discipline lifestyle, we have put together a <a data-mce-href="http://beginningdd.com/#!/beginner-packets-download-for-free/" href="http://beginningdd.com/#!/beginner-packets-download-for-free/" target="_blank">beginner packet</a> for you to download. The beginner packet downloads in PDF format right to your computer and can easily be read on your mobile device, iPad or other tablet, Kindle or other eReader, or right from your computer. It can also be printed out. The downloadable beginner packet is over 50 pages long and features everything you need to begin the lifestyle from how to talk to your partner about domestic discipline all the way to lectures, spankings, rewarding, and much more. Best of all - it's free!<br />
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<strong>If You Missed the February New eBook Promotions Don't Worry!</strong></h3>
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First, we will be running another promotion starting on April 15th featuring all new material, and all new packages. But secondly, if you missed your chance to get our new eBook, <em>Domestic Discipline Boot Camp for Beginners</em>, you can <a data-mce-href="http://beginningdd.com/#!/beginner-boot-camp/" href="http://beginningdd.com/#!/beginner-boot-camp/" target="_blank">join our wait list</a>. By joining our wait list you will receive access to a one-day only private pre-release sale (date to be determined, but you will receive an email) as well as a discount.</div>
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We're sure you've noticed, by now, that the <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog</a> looks completely different. We re-designed it in an effort to make it more stream-lined and easier to read, as well as easier to find the content you are looking for. We hope you love it!</div>
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In addition to the blog, we've also completely redone the <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com" href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline homepage</a> to match with a more stream-lined and easier to read look.</div>
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<strong>The Learning Domestic Discipline Blog is Now Available On Your Mobile Device!</strong></h3>
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The <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog</a> is now compatible to be viewed (in a really easy to read format!) on any mobile device or tablet. Other entities of Learning Domestic Discipline, such as the Learning Domestic Discipline main site, Beginning Domestic Discipline site, and Beginning Domestic Discipline blog ARE able to be viewed on your mobile device currently, however certain parts may appear jumbled. In the near future, ALL entities of Learning Domestic Discipline will be extremely easy to view, and read, on your mobile device, but for now, the Learning Domestic Discipline blog is ready to go.</div>
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To view the Learning Domestic Discipline blog's new mobile version, simply go to the homepage (<a href="http://learningdd.com/blog">learningdd.com/blog</a>) on any mobile device or tablet.</div>
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<strong>We Have a New Posting Schedule</strong></h3>
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Beginning in April, the Learning Domestic Discipline blog will be on a <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" target="_blank">posting schedule</a>. The posting schedule will mean that new content will be posted on the Learning Domestic Discipline (and Beginning Domestic Discipline!) blog FOUR days a week!<br />
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<strong>We are Looking for Guest Bloggers!</strong></h3>
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As part of our <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/our-posting-schedule-and-how-to-get-involved-with-ldd/" target="_blank">new posting schedule</a> we will be featuring <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/saturday-stories/" target="_blank">submissions from guest bloggers</a> to feature every other Saturday starting in April. We will pay you for each entry that we publish.</div>
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<strong>We are Taking Your Questions!</strong></h3>
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Also as part of our new posting schedule we will be featuring your questions (and our answers!) every Monday beginning in April, but feel free to <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-submit-your-questions-here/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/mailbag-monday-submit-your-questions-here/" target="_blank">submit your questions now! </a>You can ask us anything you'd like, domestic discipline related questions or otherwise. Although if the questions get TOO personal, chances are they won't be answered.<br />
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Wow, that was a lot to type! And, probably even more for you to read. If you missed anything, don't worry. All of these features are conveniently located around the <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com" href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline homepage</a>, the <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog</a>, the<a data-mce-href="http://www.beginningdd.com" href="http://www.beginningdd.com/" target="_blank"> Beginning Domestic Discipline homepage</a>, and the<a data-mce-href="http://www.beginningdd.com" href="http://www.beginningdd.com/" target="_blank"> Beginning Domestic Discipline blog</a>.</div>
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We also did not forget about the following:</div>
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<li><span data-mce-style="line-height: 13px;" style="line-height: 13px;"><strong>The comment archives</strong>. The comment archive page will feature all of the comments from our previous blogs (Learning Domestic Discipline, and Knowing Your Roles) in a categorized, easy to read format. </span></li>
<li><strong>The HOH Headquarters</strong>, which will feature an "HOH only" area including chat nights, Q&A section, and much much more.</li>
<li><strong>The DD Wives Club</strong>, which is similar to the HOH HQ except is only for submissive partners. The DD Wives Club will feature chat nights, forums, book clubs, and a TON more.</li>
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So, there is an overview of everything we have done this past month. Don't forget, we also have a <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com" href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com/" target="_blank">social network</a>, <a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" target="_blank">forums</a>, and <em>lots</em> more on the way.<br />
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We are JUST getting started, and have dozens of things in store for <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline</a> over the next few months, the year, and beyond. We hope you are as excited as we are!<br />
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-46442524267645718402013-02-14T10:16:00.002-07:002013-02-14T10:16:40.407-07:00Resources to Strengthen Your Domestic Discipline Marriage<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>NOTE: This entry is also available to read on our new site by clicking <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/resources-to-strengthen-your-domestic-discipline-relationship/" target="_blank">here</a>.</b></span></div>
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Happy Valentines Day everyone! In honor of Valentines Day and our domestic discipline-versary (which was last weekend!!) we have put together a list of resources to help you improve your domestic discipline relationship.</div>
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<strong>COUPLES CHALLENGES</strong></div>
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In 2012 we posted one couples challenge per month on our original blog (Learning DD) in an effort to help strengthen domestic discipline relationships throughout the community. The Couples Challenges were (and still are) a huge hit with both beginners to the lifestyle, and those who are more experienced. Below we have listed the 12 couples challenges, and invite you to check them out.</div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>January: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/january-couples-challenge-compliments/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/january-couples-challenge-compliments/" target="_blank" title="Compliments">Compliments</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>February: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/february-couples-challenge-addressing-faults/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/february-couples-challenge-addressing-faults/" target="_blank">Addressing Faults</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>March: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/march-couples-challenge-appreciation/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/march-couples-challenge-appreciation/" target="_blank">Appreciation</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>April: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/april-couples-challenge-spreading-the-word/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/april-couples-challenge-spreading-the-word/" target="_blank">Spreading the Word</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>May: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/may-couples-challenge-the-rules/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/may-couples-challenge-the-rules/" target="_blank">The Rules</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>June: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/june-couples-challenge-great-qualities/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/june-couples-challenge-great-qualities/" target="_blank">Great Qualities Part I</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>July: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/july-couples-challenge-great-qualities-part-ii/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/july-couples-challenge-great-qualities-part-ii/" target="_blank">Great Qualities Part II</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>August: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/august-couples-challenge-confessions/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/august-couples-challenge-confessions/" target="_blank">Confessions</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>September: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/september-couples-challenge-planning-improvement/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/september-couples-challenge-planning-improvement/" target="_blank">Planning Improvement</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>October: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/october-couples-challenge-spontaneity/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/october-couples-challenge-spontaneity/" target="_blank">Spontaneity</a></strong></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #000000;" style="color: black;"><strong>November: <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/november-couples-challenge-gratitude/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/november-couples-challenge-gratitude/" target="_blank">Gratitude</a></strong></span></div>
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Below are a list of books (both domestic discipline, and non domestic discipline) that we feel may really help you with domestic discipline, being an HOH, being a submissive wife, or with your marriage/relationship in general. Whether you're new to domestic discipline or have practiced for many years, we hope you find this list helpful.</div>
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<li><span data-mce-style="line-height: 13px;" style="line-height: 13px;"><strong><span data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;" style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-mce-style="color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;" style="color: black;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/">Domestic Discipline Boot Camp for Beginners</a></span></span></strong><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/">:</a> This is our new eBook that is only available right now on a pre-release until February 28th. You can purchase it by clicking <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" title="here">here</a>, and every purchase enters you into our giveaway for a $100 Amazon giftcard. </span></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" title="Domestic Discipline Boot Camp"><span data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Domestic Discipline Boot</strong></span></a><strong><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" title="Domestic Discipline Boot Camp"><span data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;"> Camp</span></a>:</strong> This eBook is geared more towards experienced domestic discipline couples. Like the above book, it is available for purchase <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" title="here">here</a> and each purchase will also enter you into our Amazon.com giveaway.</li>
<li><strong><span data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;" style="text-decoration: underline;"><a data-mce-href="http://thelovedarebook.com/" href="http://thelovedarebook.com/" target="_blank" title="The Love Dare">The Love Dare</a>: </span> </strong>We are big fans of Alex and Stephen Kendrick's book The Love Dare. The Love Dare is a 40-day journey to strengthening your marriage and although it does not specifically pertain to domestic discipline, a lot of the 40 day challenges will strengthen your core marital values which will transition over into domestic discipline. Whether you have been married 1 month or 50 years, we highly recommend The Love Dare which you can purchase (or read more about) by clicking <a data-mce-href="http://thelovedarebook.com/" href="http://thelovedarebook.com/" title="here">here</a>.</li>
<li><span data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;" style="text-decoration: underline;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Wife-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904088" href="http://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Wife-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904088" target="_blank"><strong>The Excellent</strong> <strong>Wife</strong></a>:</span> Written by Martha Peace, The Excellent Wife is a scripture based book that focuses on improving your relationships with your husband, your children and God. You can purchase the book <a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Wife-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904088" href="http://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Wife-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904088" title="here">here</a>, or if you have an Amazon Kindle email me (using the <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" target="_blank">Contact Us page</a>) and I'd be happy to give you my copy (directly to your Kindle) for free using the Kindle Lending/Sharing program.</li>
<li><strong><a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Surrendered-Wife-Practical-Finding-Intimacy/dp/0743204441" href="http://www.amazon.com/Surrendered-Wife-Practical-Finding-Intimacy/dp/0743204441" target="_blank">The Surrendered Wife</a>:</strong> Like The Excellent Wife, The Surrendered Wife (written by Laura Doyle) explores what it means to be a submissive wife, ways to strengthen your marriage, and teaches/walks through how to give up the unnecessary control (which is important in a domestic discipline marriage). Although there are some parts of the book that I don't agree with, overall it's worth reading if you're starting (or are experienced with) domestic discipline. You can purchase it <a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Surrendered-Wife-Practical-Finding-Intimacy/dp/0743204441" href="http://www.amazon.com/Surrendered-Wife-Practical-Finding-Intimacy/dp/0743204441" target="_blank">here</a>, or email me (by clicking the <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" target="_blank">Contact Us page</a>) if you have an Amazon Kindle and I will give you my copy for free directly to your Kindle.</li>
<li><strong><a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Shepherds-Calling-Equipping-Their/dp/1433523698/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1360859624&sr=1-1" href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Shepherds-Calling-Equipping-Their/dp/1433523698/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1360859624&sr=1-1" target="_blank">Family Shepherds Calling and Equipping Men to Lead Their Homes</a>:</strong> If you're a Christian this book is great. It focuses on examining why being the Head of the Household is important, how to lead your family, and how to improve or strengthen your marriage. There's also quite a bit about parenting, and the Bible, in it so if those both apply to you it's definitely worth reading. You can purchase it <a data-mce-href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Shepherds-Calling-Equipping-Their/dp/1433523698/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1360859624&sr=1-1" href="http://www.amazon.com/Family-Shepherds-Calling-Equipping-Their/dp/1433523698/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1360859624&sr=1-1" target="_blank">here.</a></li>
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Below are a list of websites, articles, and other resources that may help you with your domestic discipline marriage. These are great if you don't have time to read a full book (like the ones above) or are just looking for a brief overview of certain domestic discipline topics.</div>
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<li><span data-mce-style="line-height: 13px;" style="line-height: 13px;"><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/what-is-domestic-discipline/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/what-is-domestic-discipline/" target="_blank"><strong>What is Domestic Discipline?</strong></a></span></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/spanking-vs-abuse-clearing-up-misconceptions/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/spanking-vs-abuse-clearing-up-misconceptions/" target="_blank"><strong>Spanking vs. Abuse</strong></a></li>
<li><strong><a data-mce-href="http://rncblog.blogspot.com/2007/10/essay-when-hoh-does-something-wrong.html" href="http://rncblog.blogspot.com/2007/10/essay-when-hoh-does-something-wrong.html" target="_blank">When the HOH Does Something Wrong</a></strong></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-spanking-implements-guide-part-1/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-spanking-implements-guide-part-1/" target="_blank"><strong>The Spanking Implements Guide</strong></a></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" target="_blank"><strong>The Learning Domestic Discipline Forums</strong></a></li>
<li><strong><a data-mce-href="http://www.experienceproject.com/groups/Am-In-A-Very-Happy-Domestic-Discipline-Marriage/451071" href="http://www.experienceproject.com/groups/Am-In-A-Very-Happy-Domestic-Discipline-Marriage/451071" target="_blank">Domestic Discipline Experience Project groups</a> </strong>(Note: you can find others on The Experience Project by searching for domestic discipline in the Experience Project search box)</li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://rncblog.blogspot.com/2006/03/essay-releasing-those-tears.html" href="http://rncblog.blogspot.com/2006/03/essay-releasing-those-tears.html" target="_blank"><strong>Releasing Tears During a Spanking </strong></a></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/emotions-in-domestic-discipline-hoh/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/emotions-in-domestic-discipline-hoh/" target="_blank"><strong>HOH Emotions in Domestic Discipline</strong></a></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://www.takeninhand.com/husbands.getting.started.at.taking.charge" href="http://www.takeninhand.com/husbands.getting.started.at.taking.charge" target="_blank"><strong>Husbands Getting Started at Taking Charge</strong></a></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com" href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com/" target="_blank"><strong>The Learning Domestic Discipline Social Network</strong></a></li>
<li><strong><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/part-1-faq/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/part-1-faq/" target="_blank">Frequently Asked Domestic Discipline Questions</a> (and you can find many more by clicking <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/category/frequently-asked-questions/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/category/frequently-asked-questions/" target="_blank">here</a>)</strong></li>
<li><a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-art-of-the-lecture/" href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-art-of-the-lecture/" target="_blank"><strong>The Art of the Lecture</strong></a></li>
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<strong>If you have any website links, blog links, books, etc. that we missed, feel free to submit them to us! We would love to include them. You may do so by leaving it in the comments <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/resources-to-strengthen-your-domestic-discipline-relationship/" target="_blank">here</a>, or by <a data-mce-href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" href="http://learningdd.com/?page_id=60" target="_blank">emailing us</a>. </strong></div>
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<span data-mce-style="color: #ff0000;" style="color: red;"><strong>Happy Valentines Day!</strong></span> We have an enormous amount of appreciation, love and respect for all of our readers. We hope that you have a wonderful Valentines Day!</div>
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-Clint & Chelsea</div>
Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-21876695216849135632013-02-07T21:29:00.000-07:002013-02-07T21:31:10.553-07:005 Things: It Has Been Awhile<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="color: #cc0000;">*NOTE*: You can also read this entry on our new site by clicking <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/5-things-its-been-awhile/" target="_blank">here</a>!*</span></div>
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Awhile back I started The Five Things series. It’s since been picked up (and modified) by a few other bloggers and those are really fun to read. <img alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" /> I haven’t meant to totally abandon this idea though- life (and other Learning Domestic Discipline things!) just got really hectic. But, I vow to make more of an effort.</div>
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If you’re new to The Five Things series, here’s how it works:</div>
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<li style="border: 0px; color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Write about 2 domestic discipline related things</li>
<li style="border: 0px; color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Write about 1 personal thing</li>
<li style="border: 0px; color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Link one other DD blog</li>
<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px;">and link one website of the week (either DD or non-DD.. doesn't matter)</span></span></li>
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Those are my 5 things “rules” but a several people have adapted them to fit their own blogs and it’s awesome! If you want to join in the fun, send me an email at contact {at} learningdd.com (or use the Contact Us page) with your blog link so I can check it out. Eventually, when The DD Wives Club is up your 5 Things category will be added to that.</div>
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<span style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 24px;">Usually the entire entry isn't this personal but that’s ok. Alright so let’s get started..</span></span></div>
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<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; line-height: 13px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; color: #993366; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="border: 0px; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">I hit my 3-month challenge mark on February 1st. </span></strong><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">And while that’s super exciting and great-unfortunately I have to restart this month. Apparently the stresses of moving (and everything else like unpacking our new house, chasing around a super active little boy, and more) have gotten to me and so now I’m getting spanked (tonight actually. Wish me luck everyone, because I’m totally dreading it). By the way, I highly don’t recommend launching a <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/promos" style="border: 0px; color: #9d2727; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: initial; vertical-align: baseline;">book promotion</a> on the same day that you move into your new house at the same time that you have numerous people (TV, internet, etc. companies) setting everything up, while unpacking, while chasing your son, while trying to find time to go to the grocery store, while having your phone ring off the hook, etc. Let’s just say this past week has been chaotic. We haven’t even lived in our new place a week yet (in fact, it will be one week tomorrow!!) and I’m so ready for things to settle down. I guess, in the middle of the chaos, my behavior fell off track. It’s a bummer that our implements didn’t get lost in the move, huh? But that’s the beauty of domestic discipline- get punished, slate is wiped clean, and we all move on. <img alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" /> </span></span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; color: #993366; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="border: 0px; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Our DD Anniversary is in 2 days</strong>! Several years ago my husband and I embarked down the road of domestic discipline and haven’t looked back. It has done amazing things for our marriage, and it’s crazy to think how fast time flies. I’m still not sure yet what we will do to celebrate our DD-versary (or whatever the correct term for that is) but it’s exciting nonetheless. </span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="border: 0px; color: #1c1c1c; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; color: #99cc00; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Our son is a genius. </span></strong><span style="border: 0px; color: #99cc00; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">No, seriously, he is. He has learned so many words in the past few weeks it’s not even funny. He can say Target (because that’s one of my favorite stores so, obviously, I had to teach him how to say that), kitchen, hold me, and snack- those are his latest words for the week. <img alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" /> I’m a pretty proud mom. </span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; color: #33cccc; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">This one isn’t technically a DD-blog link, but have any of you read <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Excellent-Wife-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904088" style="border: 0px; color: #9d2727; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: initial; vertical-align: baseline;">The Excellent Wife</a> by Martha Peace? I’ve heard from several people that it’s a great book and it’s on my Kindle (along with like 70 other unread books that I <span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><em style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">really</em> need to get to at some point or another) but I haven’t gotten too far into it yet. In the upcoming weeks I’m planning on putting together a resource page for books that are helpful to DD wives (such as The Submissive Wife and The Excellent Wife). If anyone has any to add please let me know! Also, if you want to join in our book discussion on the <a href="http://learningdd.com/forum/" style="border: 0px; color: #9d2727; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: initial; vertical-align: baseline;">forums</a>, feel free! We would love to have you. <img alt=":)" class="wp-smiley" src="http://learningdd.com/blog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" /></span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; color: blue; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Raspberry Chocolate Chip Pancakes </b>are totally not the healthiest thing in the world, but tell me that <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/144396731772404186/" style="border: 0px; color: #9d2727; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: initial; vertical-align: baseline;">these</a> don’t look amazing for Valentines Day? </span></li>
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-45916020941166063902013-01-31T19:09:00.000-07:002013-01-31T19:09:38.364-07:00A Brand New eBOOK is Here!! For weeks the Learning Domestic Discipline staff has been planning
and preparing several special promotions for the readers and supporters
of the site and its entities. In fact, one could even say we've been
working on them for months, considering a number of the promotions
include a BRAND NEW eBOOK!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank"><i><b>TAKE ME TO THE PROMOS!</b></i></a> </span></div>
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My wife and I are pleased to present our brand new domestic discipline eBook, "<i>Domestic Discipline Boot Camp For Beginners</i>", on a <span style="color: blue;"><b>PRE-RELEASE</b></span> special for a limited time only. <b>After February 28th, the eBook will not be available again until the middle of spring. </b><br />
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For the entire month of February <b><u>ONLY</u></b>, our brand new eBook, "<i>Domestic Discipline Boot Camp For Beginners</i>" will be available in three of five promotional packages offered exclusively through <a href="http://learningdd.com/promos/" target="_blank"><i>www.learningdd.com</i></a>. <br />
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All five packages will be offered at a ridiculously low<b> </b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>DOORBUSTER</b></span> price until 11:59pm EST on February 1st <u><b>ONLY</b></u>.
After that, the packages will be offered at the discounted promotional
price. Don't be late and miss out on the best price of the month!<br />
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Upon purchase of any of the five packages, you will be emailed a
download link for the book(s) and instructions for your new LDD Network
membership. You will also be automatically entered into a raffle
drawing for a<b> $100 Amazon.com giftcard + a free 1-year membership to the Learning Domestic Discipline Social Network</b>.
The five packages offer anywhere from 1-4 raffle tickets, depending on
which package is purchased. The more raffle tickets you acquire, the
better chance you have at winning the prize!<br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><u><b>Additional Raffle Information:</b></u></span><br />
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<li>The raffle drawing will take place on March 8th, 2013.</li>
<li>The raffle winner will be announced via <a href="https://twitter.com/learningdd" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/" target="_blank">LDD blog</a>.
The winner will be personally notified via email, and wll have 48 hours
to claim the prize. If the prize is not claimed within 48 hours, a new
winner will be selected and the same process will be repeated until
someone claims the prize.</li>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER THE RAFFLE DRAWING!!</b></span></div>
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<li>1 Raffle ticket will be given to anyone who shares the LDD promos
via any social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.) EXCEPT a blog or a
website. (<i>Proof required via email to <span style="color: #351c75;"><b>admin (at) learningdd.com</b></span></i>)</li>
<li>2 Raffle tickets will be given to anyone who shares the LDD promos
in any form via blog or website (written post, widget, sidebar link,
etc.). (<i>Proof required via email to <span style="color: #351c75;"><b>admin (at) learningdd.com</b></span></i>)</li>
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***<i><b>If you have any questions or need any help with your purchase, the LDD customer service team is standing by to help. Email <span style="color: #351c75;">contact (at) learningdd.com</span> and our customer service team will be happy to assist you as soon as possible.</b></i>***<br />
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We're so excited about the pre-release of our new eBook, and we hope
you are too! This eBook would not be possible without the readers and
supporters of Learning Domestic Discipline and its entities.
Additionally, these promotions would not be possible without the
dedicated LDD staff members working tirelessly on them. My wife and I
would like to personally thank our readers and our tremendous LDD staff
members for everything they've done to make these promotions, and this
book, possible. <i>Thank you all so very much</i>.<br />
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-- Clint & Chelsea <br />
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-84191610764716536172013-01-20T14:49:00.001-07:002013-01-20T14:49:03.815-07:00Some BIG News: Learning Domestic Discipline is HIRING!<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When my husband and I first began Learning Domestic Discipline we had no idea that it would eventually become what it has. In just under 2 years we went from having blogs to a full-blown <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">blog</a>, <a href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com/" target="_blank">social network</a>, and <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" target="_blank">forums</a> that have all recently hit a record breaking number of traffic (and caused our bandwidth to completely overload!). While we are extremely grateful for everything, we are also extremely overwhelmed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My husband and I have a list (a really, really long list) of things we want to implement into Learning Domestic Discipline over the course of the next few months, the next year, and beyond. Some projects are MAJOR (and life changing!) while others are minor but we still feel are important. After a lot of discussion, we have came to the realization that we just cannot do this on our own anymore.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So, we have decided it's time to bring in some backup! Clint and I will always remain the founders, operating owners, CEO's, whatever fancy name you want to give us, but we need YOU all to help us pull off our grand vision for the site! Despite how heavily we still plan to be involved, we need a lot of help because we have finally realized that running Learning Domestic Discipline really is a full time job. What you may read on our blog, or see on our site is a very small portion of Learning Domestic Discipline. What goes on behind the scenes is an incredible process, and we would love for you to be involved. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Right now our team has 2 incredible employees who we are so grateful for. But, we are searching for a few more part time (with the potential to go full time in the future as we continue to expand) people.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Want to help us out and join our team? Awesome! Here are the current 2 positions we have open. *Please note that we will be rotating positions on/off this entry, and our site, as openings become available, so feel free to check back*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are several new entities of Learning Domestic Discipline, as well as several current ones, that we need help marketing. Tasks would include:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Marketing the Learning Domestic Discipline brand on numerous different websites.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Manage Google Adwords</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Market/promote several new Learning Domestic Discipline entities (which are currently a surprise so I can't list them here, sorry everyone!) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Help with WordPress SEO</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Manage Facebook ad account </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We would ideally love someone who has a background in marketing (whether professionally or on the side for other websites/small businesses). We would also love someone who currently practices domestic discipline, and who has a great knowledge of different web marketing platforms. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We have a <i style="font-weight: bold;">lot</i> in the works for Learning Domestic Discipline and we would love to have someone help us logistically make some of these ideas work.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The exact task list would heavily depend on the project. Clint and I will most likely be the ones <i>doing </i> the exact project, but we would love to have someone who could help us with things like:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Working closely with our other employees on task lists relating to that specific project</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Making sure project requirements are completed by specific deadlines</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Helping contact companies, or people, who we may need involved in certain projects.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">and much more. Please be a "team player" and easy to get along with, the ability to work around extremely tight deadlines, and available to contact (either by phone, text, email, etc.) easily as things may arise. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sorry we have to be so vague. We just have a lot of really big ideas that we can't let out of the bag now, but that gives you a small idea of what we need. </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have a basic knowledge of domestic discipline</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you all <b>so</b> much for making Learning Domestic Discipline what it is today. Although we are beyond overwhelmed, we are extremely grateful. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Also, if you live out of the United States of America but are still wanting to get involved, we would love to have you volunteer! You can also email us at contact (at) learningdd.com or <a href="http://learningdd.com/#!/?page_id=60" target="_blank">fill out this contact form</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We hope you all are as excited as we are for the future of Learning Domestic Discipline. From the beginning, we have aimed to make this <b>your</b> community, your place to go for questions, advice, feedback, and support, and this is just another branch of that. We are excited to involve <b>you</b> in everything we are doing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /></b></span>Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-71391494337597308932013-01-09T22:08:00.000-07:002013-01-09T22:08:10.943-07:00It's the Little Things That Matter Most<h2>
<span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">**You can also read the entry on our new site by clicking <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/itsthelittlethings/" target="_blank">here</a>**</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Happy New Year everyone! It feels like forever since I've wrote on our blog. We have some really exciting things in store for 2013, especially when it comes to Learning DD. Our <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">site</a>, <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" target="_blank">forums</a>, and <a href="http://www.learningdd.ning.com/" target="_blank">network</a> are continuing to grow each day and we are loving getting to meet so many new people who share in "this thing we do" with us. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you're new to Learning Domestic Discipline, I first want to welcome you, and I secondly want to let you know that this isn't the typical style of entry that we post. 99% of what is on this blog, and our site, is domestic discipline related. However, this entry is more marriage/relationship (only) related, and not necessarily domestic discipline. I hope you all don't mind if I still share it. :) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A week or so ago I was browsing around on Facebook (which is a site that I rarely ever "browse around on", by the way, but since someone "tagged" our son in some photos from Christmas, I naturally wanted to go look at them) and noticed this story going around. I'll warn you now that, although it appears on all the "investigative sites" I've visited that this <i>is</i> a true story, obviously I can't be certain since I don't know the person who wrote it. However, I still think it's worth sharing. It's a story about a married couple, and like I said, although it has nothing to do with domestic discipline, there are some important elements which I think all couples can take from it (and we can talk about those after). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Without further ado, here is the story:</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: grey;"><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">“When I got home that night as my wife served
dinner, I held her hand and said, I’ve got something to tell you. She sa</span></span><span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">t down and ate quietly. Again I observed the hurt in her
eyes.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow"><span style="color: grey;"><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Suddenly I </span><span style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 12px;">didn't</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> know how to open my mouth. But I
had to let her know what I was thinking. I want a divorce. I raised the topic
calmly. She </span><span style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 12px;">didn't</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> seem to be annoyed by my words, instead she asked me softly,
why?</span></span></span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow"><span style="color: grey;"><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">I avoided her question. This made her angry. She
threw away the chopsticks and shouted at me, you are not a man! That night, we </span><span style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 12px;">didn't</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> talk to each other. She was weeping. I knew she wanted to find out what
had happened to our marriage. But I could hardly give her a satisfactory
answer; she had lost my heart to Jane. I </span><span style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 12px;">didn't</span><span style="font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> love her anymore. I just pitied
her!</span></span></span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">With a deep sense of guilt, I drafted a divorce
agreement which stated that she could own our house, our car, and 30% stake of
my company. She glanced at it and then tore it into pieces. The woman who had
spent ten years of her life with me had become a stranger. I felt sorry for her
wasted time, resources and energy but I could not take back what I had said for
I loved Jane so dearly. Finally she cried loudly in front of me, which was what
I had expected to see. To me her cry was actually a kind of release. The idea
of divorce which had obsessed me for several weeks seemed to be firmer and
clearer now.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The next day, I came back home very late and found
her writing something at the table. I didn’t have supper but went straight to
sleep and fell asleep very fast because I was tired after an eventful day with
Jane. When I woke up, she was still there at the table writing. I just did not
care so I turned over and was asleep again.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">In the morning she presented her divorce
conditions: she didn’t want anything from me, but needed a month’s notice
before the divorce. She requested that in that one month we both struggle to
live as normal a life as possible. Her reasons were simple: our son had his
exams in a month’s time and she didn’t want to disrupt him with our broken
marriage.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">This was agreeable to me. But she had something
more, she asked me to recall how I had carried her into out bridal room on our
wedding day. She requested that every day for the month’s duration I carry her
out of our bedroom to the front door ever morning. I thought she was going
crazy. Just to make our last days together bearable I accepted her odd request.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">I told Jane about my wife’s divorce conditions. .
She laughed loudly and thought it was absurd. No matter what tricks she
applies, she has to face the divorce, she said scornfully.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">My wife and I hadn’t had any body contact since my
divorce intention was explicitly expressed. So when I carried her out on the
first day, we both appeared clumsy. Our son clapped behind us, daddy is holding
mommy in his arms. His words brought me a sense of pain. From the bedroom to
the sitting room, then to the door, I walked over ten meters with her in my
arms. She closed her eyes and said softly; don’t tell our son about the
divorce. I nodded, feeling somewhat upset. I put her down outside the door. She
went to wait for the bus to work. I drove alone to the office.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">On the second day, both of us acted much more
easily. She leaned on my chest. I could smell the fragrance of her blouse. I
realized that I hadn’t looked at this woman carefully for a long time. I
realized she was not young any more. There were fine wrinkles on her face, her
hair was graying! Our marriage had taken its toll on her. For a minute I
wondered what I had done to her.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">On the fourth day, when I lifted her up, I felt a
sense of intimacy returning. This was the woman who had given ten years of her
life to me. On the fifth and sixth day, I realized that our sense of intimacy
was growing again. I didn’t tell Jane about this. It became easier to carry her
as the month slipped by. Perhaps the everyday workout made me stronger.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">She was choosing what to wear one morning. She
tried on quite a few dresses but could not find a suitable one. Then she
sighed, all my dresses have grown bigger. I suddenly realized that she had
grown so thin, that was the reason why I could carry her more easily.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Suddenly it hit me… she had buried so much pain and
bitterness in her heart. Subconsciously I reached out and touched her head.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Our son came in at the moment and said, Dad, it’s
time to carry mom out. To him, seeing his father carrying his mother out had
become an essential part of his life. My wife gestured to our son to come
closer and hugged him tightly. I turned my face away because I was afraid I
might change my mind at this last minute. I then held her in my arms, walking
from the bedroom, through the sitting room, to the hallway. Her hand surrounded
my neck softly and naturally. I held her body tightly; it was just like our
wedding day.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">But her much lighter weight made me sad. On the
last day, when I held her in my arms I could hardly move a step. Our son had
gone to school. I held her tightly and said, I hadn’t noticed that our life
lacked intimacy. I drove to office…. jumped out of the car swiftly without
locking the door. I was afraid any delay would make me change my mind…I walked
upstairs. Jane opened the door and I said to her, Sorry, Jane, I do not want
the divorce anymore.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">She looked at me, astonished, and then touched my
forehead. Do you have a fever? She said. I moved her hand off my head. Sorry,
Jane, I said, I won’t divorce. My marriage life was boring probably because she
and I didn’t value the details of our lives, not because we didn’t love each
other anymore. Now I realize that since I carried her into my home on our
wedding day I am supposed to hold her until death do us apart. Jane seemed to
suddenly wake up. She gave me a loud slap and then slammed the door and burst
into tears. I walked downstairs and drove away. At the floral shop on the way,
I ordered a bouquet of flowers for my wife. The salesgirl asked me what to
write on the card. I smiled and wrote, I’ll carry you out every morning until
death do us apart.</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">That evening I arrived home, flowers in my hands, a
smile on my face, I run up stairs, only to find my wife in the bed -dead. My
wife had been fighting CANCER for months and I was so busy with Jane to even
notice. She knew that she would die soon and she wanted to save me from the
whatever negative reaction from our son, in case we push through with the
divorce.— At least, in the eyes of our son—- I’m a loving husband….</span><br />
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<span class="textexposedshow" style="color: grey; font-size: 8.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The small details of your lives are what really
matter in a relationship. It is not the mansion, the car, property, the money
in the bank. These create an environment conducive for happiness but cannot
give happiness in themselves.</span><br />
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those little things for each other that build intimacy. If you are not in a
relationship now, remember this for the second (or third) time around. It's
never too late."</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="font-weight: bold;">Always</i> be honest with your spouse. I'm sure some of you are thinking "yeah, duh" but seriously think about this. Are you <i>always</i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>honest? Not only about the "big stuff", but about your feelings? I think, a lot of times, so many of us answer "I'm fine" to the question "how are you?", but very rarely are we ever when we answer that. I'm guilty of it, and I know a lot of others are also. It's important to be honest about your feelings with your spouse (or partner), <i>always</i>. They deserve to know how you're feeling. In the article above, there was a lot of dishonesty, things being hidden, or feelings being suppressed. Granted the outcome was probably much bigger than something any of you all will ever experience, but it still makes you step back and think "how often am I truly honest with my spouse about my feelings, emotions, and thoughts?"</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="font-weight: bold;">Nothing</i> should come before, or in place of, your spouse (except your children, or God, if those apply to you) in my opinion. Once again, I'm sure a lot of you are like "yep, I got that too" and on a bigger scale, you probably do. Bigger things like infidelity (like in the above article) probably aren't occurring in your relationship (at least I really hope not..) but I think it is often times too easy to put things like work, school, technology, sports, friends, etc. ahead of your spouse. I'm not saying those things aren't important, but if it is causing you to be withdrawn from your relationship/marriage it is a problem. In the above story, the husband was so withdrawn from his own marriage (due to the affair he was having) that he was completely in the dark as to his wife's health or feelings. I think it's important, in the day to day life, to remember to always take time out for your marriage whether that's something like a date night every now and again, a night "unplugged" (turn your phone and computers off and just be with each other) or just spending time really communicating/talking with each other. I think a lot of people will be amazed at how withdrawn they really are from their marriage/spouse, even if it doesn't seem like it at first.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember why you fell in love in the beginning. Marriage, and relationships, take a lot of work and there will be trials/tribulations along the way. That's life, and that's something that domestic discipline may help to lower, but it will never completely resolve any form of conflict to ever arise within your relationship. However, I think it's really important, in those moments of conflict, to remember why you fell in love in the first place. What drew you to your spouse? Yeah, he/she may have really made you mad today, but what do you love about them? I'm aware that, especially in times of tension/anger, it can be hard to remember that, or it can be something that you don't care about. But if you begin to approach drama, conflict, and anger after remembering why you fell in love with your partner in the first place, there's a great chance your overall demeanor would be different. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What a year it has been! I can't believe this year is over. I think I say that every year, but it really is true. Time flies by too fast. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Started <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline</a> (the website)! We merged our two blogs (<a href="http://www.learningdd.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Learning DD</a>, and <a href="http://www.knowingyourroles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Knowing Your Roles</a>) into one site- Learning Domestic Discipline. The response has been overwhelming, and it's still so surreal to us. We look forward to what 2013 will bring! </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Celebrated our gorgeous sons first birthday. There are no words to explain how quickly kids grow up. :-( There are also no words to express our love for him. He. is. perfect. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I started <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/category/the-no-spanking-challenge/" target="_blank">the 1 Year No Spanking Challenge</a>. Several other bloggers also undertook it, and it has been awesome to support each other through it. My challenge made it 5 months the first time, and now I'm in month 2 of the second "re-do". I'm determined to make it a year! </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Realized that my husband and I might be a little too addicted to real estate and home improvement shows. House Hunters, House Hunters International, DIY Disaster and Love It or List It currently dominate our DVR, and have most of the year.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We also realized how awful Yo Gabba Gabba is. Unfortunately, that is our sons favorite show which means that Clint and I walk around all day with Yo Gabba Gabba songs stuck in our heads.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We took a few amazing trips, including a (much needed) beach vacation to a gorgeous island, a Charleston SC trip (the first time we had a trip, just the two of us, since our son was born!), and a few others. We also planned some exciting trips for 2013 that I <i>really</i> wish would hurry up and get here. We love traveling.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We launched the <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/forum" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline forums</a>! It's been a lot of fun to meet new people. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We were contacted by a big-name talk show. Discussions about it are on-going, but we are excited to see what 2013 holds in terms of domestic discipline and sharing it with as many people as we can.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I got, what I would consider, <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/the-worst-spanking-ever/" target="_blank">the worst spanking ever</a>. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/coming-out-about-dd-at-playgroup/" target="_blank">told all the playgroup moms about DD</a>. Surprisingly, the reaction wasn't near as bad as I expected!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My husband started a new job, which has been great, because it allows him to be home much more and it's in a field that he really loves.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We started <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/my-first-maintenance-spanking/" target="_blank">maintenance spankings</a>. It was a concept that I was not so thrilled with at first, but now that it's been some time, I can totally see <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/maintenance-spankings/" target="_blank">the benefits</a> (and I think my husband can too). </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I was <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/an-eye-opening-hospital-visit/" target="_blank">hospitalized for just shy of a week</a>, and during that time, went through 3 surgeries. It was a very difficult time for our entire family, but we got through it. It's situations like that one which really make me realize never to take anything for granted. Thankfully, I'm back to normal, healthy, and everything is great. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/i-should-have-known-this-time-was-coming/" target="_blank">implemented a "no cussing rule"</a>, something that we have never had before, but now that our son is picking up so many new words and beginning to mimic everything we say, it was definitely time. I struggled with it a lot at first (and, still have some minor slip-ups from time to time) but I think it's safe to say that <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/additional-punishments/" target="_blank">soap in the mouth</a>, or <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/immediate-swats/" target="_blank">swats</a>, really does work.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We celebrated a lot of firsts with our son. The most memorable was the first time he ever said "mama" was on my birthday. Talk about the best birthday ever. He also took his first steps this year (over Memorial Day weekend), celebrated lots of first holidays like Valentines Day, Easter, Fourth of July, and more, started eating "big boy food", and so much more. It was a year of firsts. :-) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We realized how important, and how wonderful, the DD community really is. The amount of support we have gotten this year (especially while I was sick!) will be an everlasting memory for us. We've gotten to meet some great domestic discipline couples this year, and we're looking forward to meeting many more in 2013. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We are looking forward to what 2013 holds. From our family, to yours, happy holidays! We hope that you all have a wonderful Christmas, and New Years. Stay safe, and remember how short life is- it really flies by too fast. </span></div>
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Learning Domestic Disciplinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15470692945975945700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2755215853816439022.post-89735295695734317482012-12-15T22:41:00.000-07:002012-12-15T22:41:09.691-07:005 Things: The New Site Edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="color: #0b5394;">1: Lots of updates to our new site! </b>Judging by our traffic numbers it seems everyone (and then some!) has already seen our new site. Pretty awesome, right? We love it, and we're glad that you all do too. The feedback has been overwhelming awesome. We're glad you all were as excited as we were! Here's a look at what is <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">new on the site</a> this week: </div>
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<li>We have a new <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">blog feature!</span> </b>The <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">blog feature</a> is similar to our current blogs (except merged together) and all our blog entries are already on there, and ready to go. We wanted an easier to read method, rather than our past articles feature, and we think we have found a great solution. In the future, all blog entries will only be posted on the new site, but for now, we'll be posting them in both spots (our blogspot blogs, and our new site). </li>
<li>We are working on creating a <b><span style="color: #cc0000;">blogroll!</span> </b>We're looking forward to having everyones blogs on our blog roll. Stay tuned for more information as we finish ironing out the details! </li>
<li>You can now leave <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>comments</b> </span>on our blog entries on the new site. All blogs, on the new site, now have a comment feature. Note that the name and email fields are <b>optional</b> so you can still remain anonymous when you comment if you choose to do so. </li>
<li>My husband wrote a <b style="color: #cc0000;">new post </b>entitled Spanking Multiple Times Per Day. You can read it by clicking <a href="http://learningdd.com/blog/spanking-multiple-times-a-day/" target="_blank">here</a>. </li>
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<b style="color: #0b5394;">2: We're working on some exciting features coming soon! </b>Our site is constantly evolving. Here's a look at what is coming in the weeks and months to come:</div>
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<li>We're creating a new <b style="color: #cc0000;">comment organization system </b>that we are hoping to have done within the next week or two as well. This will allow you to sort comments by category. </li>
<li>Our <span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>HOH Headquarters</b> </span>and <b style="color: #cc0000;">The DD Wives Club </b>will be launching this spring. We're excited about creating a special spot for both roles of the DD structure to be able to interact with each other, and to provide resources specifically for each role.</li>
<li>A <b style="color: #cc0000;"> mobile version</b> of both our <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline</a> site, and our <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/blog" target="_blank">Learning Domestic Discipline blog site</a> will be available within the next month. </li>
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<b style="color: #6aa84f;">3: An update on us: </b>Honestly, I feel like so much has been going on lately between getting ready for the holidays, the new site, and more, that I never have time to write a "personal blog entry" anymore. Hopefully that changes soon. In the meantime, here's some quick updates on us. :)<br />
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<li>We finally had a date night! I think I've been asking Clint for one for like months now, but our schedule just never seemed to allow it. We were both really looking forward to it, and it was a lot of fun. We went out to dinner, and watched a movie (you know, the standard date night stuff) but it was much needed. It was great to take a break from all this site stuff for a night. </li>
<li>My Christmas shopping is like, hmm....maybe 40% done? Yeah, I need to get on that. It's in the plan for this week.</li>
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As a mother, I cannot imagine what the parents of the victims are feeling, yet alone their families, friends, and all that loved them. This is one of the worst things I've ever heard, and our heart, thoughts, prayers, and hugs go out to the victims, their families, and everyone in Newtown, Connecticut who is struggling to comprehend one of the worst tragedies this country has ever seen. God Bless Sandy Hook Elementary, the families, the victims, and the first responders. </div>
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Also, on Tuesday December 18th, there will be a <a href="http://www.kellyskornerblog.com/2012/12/day-of-silence.html" target="_blank">Blogger Day of Silence</a> in remembrance for all the victims in the Sandy Hook tragedy. If you're interested in participating, you can find out more information by clicking <a href="http://www.kellyskornerblog.com/2012/12/day-of-silence.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We really can't believe this day is finally here. After many months of extremely hard work, many times of staying up all night and countless hours..our new site is now up!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">First, there is a <i>lot</i> that you need to know. But, we'll try to keep this short.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><u>Starting on January 1st, 2013 both the Learning Domestic Discipline blog and the Knowing Your Roles will be redirected to our new site.</u></b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">new site</a> is completely free. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are areas of the <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">new site</a> that are still under construction. We are hoping to have those up and running within the next few months. Some sections (like the comments/questions section) will be up within the next 2 weeks. Other sections (like the HOH Headquarters and DD Wives Club) will be up in a couple of months. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Right now the site is not compatible with most MOBILE browsers. We will be creating a mobile version of the site to be compatible with mobile browsers within the next 30 days. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The site is, however, compatible with all internet browsers including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and more.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.learningdd.com/" target="_blank">new site</a> may take some getting used to, and we fully understand that. However, we hope that you'll find that it is much easier to use and organized as opposed to our current blog formats. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you have any questions, comments, problems, or need anything please either email us at <b>contact@learningdd.com</b> or by clicking the <b>contact</b> button at the top of our new site.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you all for the overwhelming support, encouragement, kind words, readership, and much much more. This is an amazing community that we are so proud to be a part of.</span></div>
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