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

A Curse or a Blessing?

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Real Women

There is no escaping technology.  We are living in a world where screens of all sorts are in front of us nearly constantly.   Many of us spend of our work days in front of a computer.  We carry Smart Phones … Continue reading →

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Queens for a Day…or at Least Three Hours.

Posted on June 9, 2013 by Real Women

I had the good fortune to spend this past Saturday with my Personal Board of Directors… otherwise known as my BFF’s.  One of the agenda items during our meeting was a visit to a lovely Spa that is about an … Continue reading →

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Our Own Toughest Critics

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Real Women

Due to a new initiative developed for our customers, we had new “head shot” photos taken in our office this week.  It is important to keep in mind that out of 16 people in my department, 11 are women.  Therefore, … Continue reading →

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The Road Not So Easily Traveled

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Real Women

I used to travel for work much more than I do now.  I was never one of those rarely-home-always-on-the-road kind of travelers, but I have put in my share of miles in the past.   I can’t say as I really … Continue reading →

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BBQ, Freedom and Appreciation

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Real Women

Like many other Americans, this Monday I will sleep a bit late in my nice comfy bed. I will wake up to beautiful New England weather, and spend time with my family and friends.  I will probably take a bike … Continue reading →

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Don’t Fight Your Demo

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Real Women

Magazines are written for particular segments of the population for a reason.  One could never create a publication that would make sense and be of interest to everyone.  There is literally a plethora of magazines for women – for virtually … Continue reading →

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I, The Hermit Crab

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Real Women

Real Woman Philosophy #62:  No matter how much space you give us, we will fill it. I don’t consider myself to be a hoarder.  Nor am I especially messy.  I’m certainly not an extravagantly wealthy woman with a large disposable … Continue reading →

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If Clothes Could Talk Back

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Real Women

Spring has indeed, finally, sprung in New England.  Along with all of the other rituals, activities and chores that flow in to a Real Woman’s life in the springtime, is the inevitable closet clean out and seasonal clothing swap. As … Continue reading →

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They’ve Got it Right

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Real Women

“If you can’t eat it or play with it, pee on it and walk away.”   — Dog.     I’ve always been a fan of dogs.  They were part of our family’s life while I was growing up, so it … Continue reading →

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Sure You Can Frolic… But It Will Cost Ya.

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Real Women

Like many other Real Women getting through our usual weekday morning routines, I turn on the TV to catch the local news, followed by a few minutes of National News.  (I’ll save the debate between the Today Show and Good … Continue reading →

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