LOVETOWN, USA

After a nationwide search, OWN and BBC Worldwide Productions have selected Kingsland, Georgia to be transformed into "Lovetown, USA."  Two expert matchmakers including the real-life "Hitch," Paul Carrick Brunson, and Kailen Rosenberg, with over 200 successful marriages to her name and hailed as a true "Love Whisperer^TM," will take over Kingsland for 30 days helping eight singles embark on a journey to find true love in their own backyard.  From the local mayor to restaurateurs, bosses and evenmarried couples, everyone in the town will be involved.  This one-of-a-kind social experiment is the biggest dating challenge in TV history; examining the effects love can have on the DNA of one American community. The show is produced by BBC Worldwide Productions for OWN. Bruce Toms is executive producer. Izzie Pick Ashcroft, Rob Bagshaw and Jane Tranter are executive producers for BBC Worldwide Productions. Charlie Debevoise and Mark Hickman are executive producers for NorthSouth Productions. 

You Could Help KFAN Radio Personality "Meatsauce" Find His Soulmate!

With the assistance of Kailen Rosenberg and Love and Life Architects, Meatsauce is searching for love and we’re taking nominations. Do you have a friend, coworker or sister that would be a perfect match for Meatsauce? How about yourself? Submit your nominee including a picture and a short paragraph explaining why you would be perfect for Meatsauce by clicking the link below.

http://www.kfan.com/pages/bridgepages/lovearchitects/index.html?_show

Follow Meatsauce’s search for love! Listen to KFAN FM 100.3 at 7:10 on the following dates:

* November 29 – Kailen Rosenberg meets Meatsauce, nominations are collected.

* December 6 – Meatsauce does initial assessment and receives Kailen’s relationship suggestions.

* December 13 – Top 3 candidates will be interviewed on the Power Trip Morning Show. Power Trip will determine which candidate will go on date with Meatsauce.

* December 20 – After going on date, Meatsauce will recap the experience and discuss the potential future of the relationship.

We’ve seen it a million times; celebrity power couples calling it quits and, unless one has been living under a rock for the last few months, it appears that these Hollywood matches have been failing more frequently than ever before. A wait in line at the local supermarket or a brief, channel surf is enough to overwhelm even the most celebrity-obsessed viewer with endless news of ‘love’ gone sour. As if you haven’t already heard, a few big breakups of 2011 include Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz, Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Eva Longoria and Tony Parker, and most recently, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony. For most of us, it only strengthens the belief that the majority of these relationships were built on a faulty foundation, on the other hand, we all have that one celebrity couple that we hope to see live happily ever after. Famous couples or not, the ‘D-word’ has become increasingly prevalent in America. In fact, millions of couples, worldwide, are affected every year. According to DivorceStatistics.org, the divorce rate in America, for first marriage, is between 45% to 50%. As discouraging as this number may be, KLLA has faith in the institution of marriage and the lasting fulfillment that a successful union brings to happy couples around the globe.

The media has always done a notable job of dissecting the lives of public figures and plastering their findings for all to see. If we’re not careful, we are simply consumed by it, commanding wasted time and energy that could be channeled to other areas of our lives. Married or not, any sort of relationship requires maintenance and work from time to time. Consider your car: a regular tune-up is a necessary, preventative measure that will deter you from being stranded on the side of the road. In retrospect, we commonly see the term, “irreconcilable differences” associated with divorces; without nourishment, your relationship may leave you feeling stranded, broken down, or just plain unhealthy. Practicing a delicate balance of communication, respect and honesty is a good place to start in your own relationships. At KLLA, we believe that healthy bonds with others are only possible if one has a healthy relationship with his or her self, first. Once this has been achieved, it is vital to recognize the strengths and weaknesses in your unions and, if necessary, ask yourself what you can do to improve the quality of each of them. Although it can be a mentally exhausting task, reflecting on these attributes might lead to some fascinating, personal discoveries and quick fixes that could truly improve the quality of both your life and the lives of those around you. Next time you are exposed to another celebrity separation, or hear gossip that Sally’s husband has been deceitful, know that there IS hope for a committed, monogamous relationship, and love really does conquer all.

On the heels of Cameron Diaz declaring that "marriage is dead'"and Arnold Schwarzenegger coming forward with a love child and the resulting split with his wife of many years, Maria Shriver, the national press has responded in a way that is both shocking and profoundly disappointing. The media spin we are experiencing is one of acceptance and resignation that the institution of marriage is 'over.' REALLY?? As a relationship expert and the Founder of "Love and Life Architects", I can confidently tell you, that both inside and outside of Hollywood, and the tumultuous world of celebrities, the institution of marriage, and the belief in it, is still very much alive and well! With love being the number one searched word on the Internet, and with over 100 million singles searching for 'love', and, billions of dollars spent on finding love, dating, proposing, marriages, not to mention the 'fight' for gay marriage, and then yes, even 'saving' marriages, the belief and desire for long lasting love and commitment, again, is alive and kicking!

For this very reason, our firm works with singles as well as married couples to help them design, 're-design', build, and maintain, healthy relationships, and with the state of the economy, our firm hasn't been fazed, with people willing to invest significant resources to experience love, really healthy love! We see highly educated, professional, and highly successful people of all ages - from 20's to 80+ who want to be married, and firmly believe in the institution of marriage. They seek the bond of commitment, emotional security and companionship that comes with being loved, respected, valued and genuinely 'chosen' every day. As for Dr. Keith Ablo, who happens to be a friend of mine, who recently suggested that we as human beings have a difficult time being faithful because we want to be 'chosen every day,' ; It is one thing Dr. Keith, to 'choose' someone out of the desire to have sex or something based on a moment of false and fleeting chemistry, it is another to 'choose' to love, honor, and cherish the same person each day. Our society, with all of its brokenness, dysfunctions, and temptations, is full of land-mines for singles and married couples, this is nothing new, however, there is no truth to the statement that "Marriage is dead" and sadly, it perpetuates the brokenness, fear and false beliefs that plague today's society and ultimately work to undermine marriage and family. And again, back to the 'choosing', marriage is a public commitment and statement to the world that "we have chosen each other" and we are committed to building a life together through thick and thin. With regard to rules (actually discipline), there is a reason for them. If we merely create our own self-serving rules - we create pain, chaos, and disorder - that in the end boom-a-rang, there is no real, only fleeting peace, contentment and satisfaction. Look to the statistics of married people living longer, and the thousands of people who are now divorced wishing they would have tried harder to preserve the marriage. I see it every day in my office, with tears falling down the face of yet another man who cheated, who would give 'anything' to have done it differently, to have his wife back, his children, his family, his higher self worth. This is a great subject to have such attention on, because people crave knowing that real love exists, and many already know and have it!

It's Spring and it's time for LOVE! Here are some top tips from Kailen and Kary:

1) Fall in love with YOU! Write down what you most love about yourself. Post it on your mirror or your refrigerator! Focus on your strengths, be aware of and compliment your unique gifts daily. DO something for yourself. For example, purchase a small luxury like a new candle, cologne or clothing item in your signature color. Celebrate you and prepare yourself for love.

2) Prepare a list - from the inside out - of everything you are looking for in a mate. And then ask yourself honestly, "How do I match up?"

3) Take a close look at something that is holding you back and tackle it head on for 30 days... Make a goal like improving your diet or activity level or managing your schedule so you have time for yourself. Schedule and/or be intentional about making small changes into your daily routine and reward yourself with something fun at the 30 day mark.

4) Mix it up! Go to a different gym, restaurant, library, grocery store etc. or take a class in something you are interested in... Switch up your schedule. Expose yourself to new groups of people and new places. You'd be surprised where love can find you.

5) Pay close attention to people you meet. Look people in the eyes. Smile at people. Take your time in life and be observant. Open yourself to new experiences and people. Watch for traits that you appreciate and want in your next relationship - and especially pay attention and take note of those you don't. Red flags are NEVER to be swept under the rug.

6) Be open-minded. Try not to pre-judge people. If your type is tall dark and handsome, don't rule out the sweet, light-haired man that is your height. People have many layers and it's good to push beyond what you've been attracted to in the past and open yourself to experiencing something new. You never know what sort of package the love of your life will come in. Take it from us...

7) Imagine yourself in love and what you'd like it to feel like. Meditate or take time to be quiet and think about the love that you are preparing for to come into your life.

8) Love can happen online - but it's a needle in a haystack situation. Be careful, ee yourself and focus on what makes you genuinely unique. Don't be afraid to do a background check. Always meet in a public place and check in with someone before and after your date. Again, be careful but be open as love can happen anywhere!

9) Here's one from all of us at Love and Life Architects for those of you who are married: Buy your husband or wife a new pair of hot, sexy jeans or pick a delicious cologne out for your significant other. Indulge in something you both enjoy - maybe a massage or a pedicure, attending a favorite team's game or a dinner or evening at a favorite hotspot. Focus on the traits you most love about your partner. Express your appreciation through a verbal compliment, a love note, a meaningful gift or thoughtful gesture. Sometimes the sexiest thing my husband does for me is wash and fill up my car with gas - especially these days! And ladies, men appreciate the same thoughtfulness in return!

Who are you when you are in love?

We all like to believe that we become our best selves “in love”. However, sometimes in relationships, we become someone we no longer recognize or even like. During my time here at Kai-len Love and Life Architects, as well as in my own personal experience, I have seen a disconnect that sometimes occurs when love comes into one’s life. Why is it that the most amazing experience in the world, LOVE, can turns us into a person we don’t even recognize? Who do YOU become when you’re in a relationship? Are you still the light, free person your significant other was attracted to, or are you your angry mother, emotionally-absent father, or that child who won’t share their toys with anyone (i.e., possessive and jealous!). Or are you the person who gets scared and pulls away when love knocks at your door- claiming to be too busy, ‘too fabulous’ or ‘happier’ alone?

And wouldn’t it be so much easier if we had never gone through any heartache or trauma in our lives, or had the perfect family who caught us every time we fell, during our developmental years? The reality is that we all come into relationships bruised and battered in one way or another. How do we move past those things and keep ourselves, ‘truly’ ourselves after we’ve been hit by Cupid’s arrow? Of course everyone has moments of insecurity, jealousy and loneliness; yet, the focus of our work at KLLA is to bring healing and self-awareness to our clients in a way they have never experienced before. From this, they discover just how to be ‘themselves’ in love, and most importantly finally enjoy the success they’ve always deserved in every relationship.

The first and most important step to creating a healthy relationship in life is loving yourself as genuinely as you want to be loved by another!

“The Good, The Bad and the Ugly” (situations…not people)

The “Good:” We have many intelligent, thoughtful, successful people who step foot through our doors each day. They are excited about and open to change, growth, and finding the love of a lifetime. These clients prepare their hearts and lives for the love they desire. They appreciate and understand the concept that each of us, not because we are bad people, but because of individual life experience, has some amount of brokenness or baggage keeping us from living life to the fullest. These people are willing to take a good look at their lives, partner with us and work as a team to get to a place of peace in their lives. These clients are a joy and become a part of the KLLA family. They work hard and trust in the process, believing that they will find someone healthy and happy to love. These are the individuals who maximize their investment (get the most “bang for their buck!”) and enjoy the best outcomes here at our love and life design firm.

The “Bad:” We say the bad, it is with the lightest of intentions. The “bad” are those who are unwilling to accept any fault in their less than ideal situation. Their perceptions and expectations may be “off” or they may be living in a strange state of “perfection.” They come in thinking that the fault is with everyone else in the world, that they are the only normal, well-adjusted, and perfectly happy people that exist—otherwise they surely would be in a perfect, Disney-like relationship by now… Unfortunately, this is NOT reality in our society; unfortunately these people often end up alone experiencing discontent and even anger over time. We all experience the ups and downs in life, but when one is not willing to deal with issues or negative experiences, they often blame and shame or even ignore their feelings. This is the person who stays stuck.

The “Ugly:” This has nothing to do with the physical appearance of anyone we represent or come in contact with here at the firm. These are the people we meet every day who have been through traumatic, life-altering experiences. Look around your circle of friends—do you know their stories? Have you heard their pain? That’s what we do here at Kai-len Love and Life Architects. In addition to creating love and mending relationships, Kailen works to heal deep-rooted pain in her clients. The sadness of death, the violation of abuse, the trauma in past relationships are all things that can bring people to their knees, or make them close off from the world. This is the reason we need to hold each other up, instead of dragging each other down.

At the end of the day, where-ever you may be in your life’s’ journey, acceptance and the desire to make a change are key. Without both, you can never grow and enjoy the life you were born to enjoy and become anything more than what you are today. It’s safe to assume we all want love in our heart, peace in our mind and joy in our spirit: this is our quest for our clients.

There you have it, un-Pollyanna strikes again!

Why should you be interested in KLLA?

Assuming you have read other portions of the website, we'll refrain from repeating ourselves too much. Other than what is stated elsewhere, Kai-len Love and Life Architects is the place to find love, restore love and find the best you. Above all else, we consider ourselves a "Healthy Relationship Firm". Simply put, we promote and strive to create and maintain healthy relationships. Just turn on the television and flip through hundreds of channels and you'll find less than healthy examples of relationships, whether it be friendship, love, marriage and family. Why is our culture so hostile to something so rare and sacred? This is the question we ask ourselves at The Love Architects, and the thing we strive to change. What we do is far beyond Matchmaking—our purpose and goal is to help people in this world live a life they love; one person, one couple and one family at a time.

Who is KLLA?

Kailen Rosenberg , founder, Master Love Architect and Life/Love Coach extraordinaire, has been working to fix broken relationships for over 17 years. Growing up, Kailen herself experienced welfare, poverty and foster homes in between stints with her caring and fortunate grandparents. She has also experienced the pain of divorce, is learning to balance a blended family, and works daily to honor and love herself. Due to Kailen's strong faith that her life had a specific calling, she was able to overcome difficult circumstances to find her gift early in life by helping people realize their own worth and purpose. 17 years later, after creating 203 marriages and helping keep countless couples and families together, many can attest to her special ability of making love happen for people.

Kary Kruger is Kailen's Lead Love Architect for KLLA, has been part of the team for almost 2 years. She is the proud mother of four and has been happily married for 22 years to a wonderful man, although she is the first to tell people marriage is hard work. Kary is a supportive and protective member of our team. She deeply cares about the integrity of each match we make and holds the well-being of our clients above all else. Her goal as part of the KLLA team is to provide peace and joy, as well as love, to each person who walks through our doors.

We are very excited to begin the journey of "blogging." Our posts and articles will share the good, the bad and the ugly about our day-to-day business. Yes, we said ugly… love isn't always pretty. Rainbows and sunshine are our hope for the world, but the reality is that many, many people are hurt and confused about what love really is and how to find it. This confusion can often lead people to become disillusioned with love and life. Our hope is that this realistic look into what happens at Kai-len Love and Life Architects will bring about a change in the world. However small, that is all we seek—one more person being able to experience peace, love and joy in their lives... which in turn will produce a ripple effect on the universe.