When we think of recreational activities, we normally envision children running around a playground or adults playing a game to stay active and physically healthy. However, we rarely think about recreations for us as a couple to nourish our relationship. So, this section will include recommended books, movies, stories, and activities to keep you in communion with your partner and in touch with your fun side. You're welcome to send your own recommendations and ideas to Decodelife@before730.com.

Lovers’ Lane

There is nothing like quiet time with a lover. All worries and stresses from the day are put aside. Your mind is at peace, your being is readily present, and your body is ready for some TLC. Before you retire for the night, add some pizzazz and color to your evening. Yes, everyone is busy and usually on the go. However, a little date night fun is in order at least twice a month. Keep the fire burning. Keep the love fresh.

This section will list some fun indoor and outdoor activities that couples could enjoy on any wind-down days.

Send your own recommendations and ideas to Decodelife@before730.com.

Happy Living,

Fina Oria

WHAT TRUE LOVERS DO:

• Stargazing
• Karaoke in the living room
• About Us poetry competition—no more than 30 minutes to write and then discuss
• Telepathy Guessing—guess what the other is thinking and write it down and share
• Reflexology—massage each other’s feet and hands
  
• Spiritual healing—e.g. Scrabble with a twist, About Life trivia guessing game (be creative)
  
• Design and make a quilt
• Take a painting class
• Write a 1500-word romantic short story together
• Cook together
• Go to the park, preferably one where there is water
• Leave sweet messages for each other on the pillow

Books

I devour books like a chocoholic eat a favorite chocolate bar. So, it’s only right that I invite you to read a few of my favorite books. These are my personal recommendations to get you started on your journey to a happier and more fulfilling you! The list will be updated periodically.

Send your own recommendations and ideas to Decodelife@before730.com.

*The list is not in any particular order.

Happy Living,

Fina Oria

RECOMMENDED BOOKS:

• The Seat of the Soul (Gary Zukav)
• Thresholds of the Mind (Bill Harris)
• Soul Psychology (Joshua David Stone, Ph.D.)
• The Secret Life of the Universe: The Quest for the Soul of Science (Amy Corzine)
• The Bushman Way of Tracking God (Bradford Keeney, Ph.D.)
• The Kybalion: A Study of The Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece (Three Initiates)
• Relationship Saboteurs: Overcoming the Ten Behaviors that Undermine Love (Randi Gunther, Ph.D.) 
• When Love Stumbles: How to Rediscover Love, Trust, and Fulfillment in your Relationship (Randi Gunther, Ph.D.)
  
• Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man (Steve Harvey)
• Beyond 2012 (James Endredy)

Movies

I love a good movie, especially black and white classical, as much as I love to read. I know, I’m an old soul. My eldest son cannot understand how I can sit there and watch these old black-and-white movies like they’re the latest rave. There is something inexplicable and awesome about a good movie that makes me think and see things in a different light than before. So, I've comprised this list of some movies and plays on DVD (listed in chronological order by release year) that you'll likely enjoy. They are entertaining, but each one will certainly make you think about life, laugh, or cry.

Send your own recommendations and ideas to Decodelife@before730.com.

Happy Living,

Fina Oria

GREAT MOVIES:

Gone with the Wind (1939)

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958)

The Way We Were (1973)

Yentl (1983)

Coming to America (1988)

Waiting to Exhale (1995)

The Matrix (1999)

Double Jeopardy (1999)

The Iron Monkey (2001)

The Matrix Reloaded (2003)

Daddy Day Care (2003)

Hotel Rwanda (2004)

The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

The Great Debaters (2007)

Inception (2010)

Friends with Benefits (2011)

Road to Yesterday (2015)

The Wedding Party (2016)

The Wedding Party 2 (2017)

SO, NOW THAT WE'RE DIVORCED:

The Divorcee (1930)

Divorce in the Family (1930)

Wednesday’s Child (1934)

Child of Divorce (1947)

Payment on Demand (1951)

Man on Fire (1957)

Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)

Why Did I Get Married (2007)

Why Did I Get Married Too (2010)

Eat Love Pray (2010)

Tyler Perry's Acrimony (2018)

Recommended Services

If you provide services that help individuals and couples flourish in life, their relationship, or business, please send en email to DecodeLife@before730.com to get added to this site. Help people who can use your services find you.

ALEMAJ Services: combines energy treatments with psychotherapy. This intensive treatment includes Reiki, Energy Medicine, Chakra Clearing and Balancing Aura Clearing, Voice Toning, Aromatherapy, Hand, Foot, Ear Reflexology and Holistic Psychotherapy.

Contact Professor Jamela Franklin, Ed.M., MA.(Atlanta, GA):

 Ibu Ilé Spiritual Center & Botanica

6009 Memorial Drive, Suite 7, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 

Services: IBU iLe is your one-stop for all your spiritual needs. We carry traditional items related to IFA, Yoruba, Lukumi, and Santeria. We also sell Sage, Palo Santo "Holly Wood", and a variety of incense from India. Come and see our selection of candles, spiritual oils, Florida water, and other colognes. We have a nice assortment of quality crystals, pendulums, and jewelry. We offer Spiritual Reading on-site, by appointment only. Reiki is also available by appointment.