Relationship Rule-setter Pillows

"Is this a good time to lay down some rules?"

"The kids love it, and it's saved my marriage."

"You do like octopus?"

'Do you think it might be possible that what you wear could be a contributing factor to your relationship problems?'

Dog Crossing

'At Tesmer holdings, we don't break the rules! We change them!'

Dog tries to obey No Dog sign

"Sorry, bud. You know the rules... Dibs is dibs."

"Our bond is stronger because we chose each other."

'This rift between you and Dr. Voight has become a chasm.'

"Boy, I hope we never end up like this."

"Helen, I have decided to seek a change of venue, since it has grown increasingly obvious that I can no longer get a fair trial in this household."

"Once again Tony and I are not on the same page. Things in our marriage are definitely not ‘great’."

Building business relations.

Basically, you should think outside the box, but don't color outside the lines!

"You know, if it weren't for Penny, we'd never find time like this to connect."

'May I suggest a pleasant viognier to put the subtext into gear?'

"What do you mean it could've been better?"

'Oh, we don't keep score in our marriage, Dr. Downs, but if we did, I'd be winning 212 to 137.'

"To be honest, I'm not really surprised to hear your relationship isn't working out. You're not the first bacterium and penicillium to sit in those chairs and you certainly won't be the last."

'That's our corporate ladder.'

"The truth serum made you say some very hurtful things."

"Turn off cell phones violators will be over ruled."

I'll put this in a way you'll understand: you need to transfer your feelings from savings to checking.

'Dad, I don't need a two-thirds majority to over-ride your veto. I've got mom.'

"That's his answer to everything!"

'Forget about building trust. Just give the dog a bath.'

Man looking at greeting cards labeled "Apologies for not writing sooner" with sub-headings for different lengths of time.

Office computer: 'Thank you for not using me for personal business.'

'Here are the safety manuals you wanted'

"The deadline for compliance just kicked in."

'I agreed to a relationship coach, not a referee.'

"Until you're top management, Warrick, I strongly suggest you stay within the lines."

Richard and Wendy Kozier, of Saddle River, New Jersey, with U.N. Peacekeeping Contingent

Great coaching is about building constructive relationships...