Author Archives: Real Women

Unknown's avatar

About Real Women

A "real woman" mom, wife, worker, friend, sister, daughter....

Different Flowers From the Same Garden

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Real Women

“She is your mirror, shining back at you with a world of possibilities. She is your witness, who sees you at your worst and best, and loves you anyway. She is your partner in crime, your midnight companion, someone who … Continue reading →

Posted in family, Relationships | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Just in Case Unmentionables

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Real Women

We all have them. And yet, if asked why, we can’t really come up with a good answer or reason. No matter whether we R.W.’s keep our brassieres in a drawer, a closet, a box, or just in a heap, … Continue reading →

Posted in clothing, Style | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Not Like the “Others”

Posted on January 4, 2014 by Real Women

The day after the New Year rang in, I took a break from storm watching online to browse other news stories. (After all, reading multiple updates about frigid wind-chills and snow accumulations can quickly move one from excitement to depression).  … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, friends, Holidays, home | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Adventures in Slow Mo

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Real Women

Real Women move through life at one speed:  turbo.  We play beat the clock each day, trying to fit more and more in.  When we then add on something more to plan for, a big event or an impending holiday … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays, home, Seasons, Vacation | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

From the Heart

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Real Women

To my followers, readers, friends, and fellow bloggers — I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support and send you my best wishes for a wonderful, peaceful and happy Christmas.  May you enjoy warmth, love, laughter, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Yes, Ms. Walker, We Do Have Spirit

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Real Women

We all have our favorite holiday classic movies that are on our “must watch” list at this time of year.  There is such a variety to choose from —  The Grinch, Charlie Brown, Elf, The Christmas Story, It’s a Wonderful … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Season’s Greetings

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Real Women

When was the last time you sent or received a piece of personal mail?  I mean real mail, via the U.S. Postal Service.  Something in a stamped envelope that wasn’t a bill, an ad, or a credit card solicitation? I … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Almost Done

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Real Women

At the risk of sounding like I’m setting us back after several decades of struggling  for equality, I’m going to point out that even after all this time the management of the home is still largely the Real Woman’s realm.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Chores, home | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Slow Down

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Real Women

The big meal is over, leftovers are stored or have been turned into casseroles… Hanukkah is well on its way…and now the race is on to Christmas.  Ready, set, GO… Wait a minute. For those of us who celebrate Christmas, … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays, real women, Seasons | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Filling More Than Shelves

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Real Women

This evening my son and I took part in one of our seasonal activities, helping out at a local Food Pantry.  For a couple of hours we jumped into the hustle and bustle to stock and re-stock shelves while those … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Helping others, Holidays, Seasons | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments