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

Chivalry, I Still Like You

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Real Women

As a child of the 70’s and a young woman of the 80’s, I grew up hearing about equality and women’s rights.  The momentum that had begun in the 50’s and 60’s was now coming to life in very noticeable … Continue reading →

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But wait, I’m not done yet!

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Real Women

Spring and Summer are my seasons.  I love the sun, the warmth, the long days, and being outside as many hours a day as possible. Then every year, around the end of August, it happens. The days start to get … Continue reading →

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It’s always something

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Real Women

We have all at some point used that phrase “it’s always something.”   Indeed, it is rare to have a smooth, uneventful day.  We have hopes of sailing through our days — waking up, getting our kids off to childcare or school … Continue reading →

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Have Bag, Will Travel

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Real Women

“When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money“. Ah, the lure of travel….the excitement of getting away….the promise of relaxation and vacation time.  It all sounds … Continue reading →

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The Cleavers or The Waltons

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Real Women

I grew up in a “Leave it to Beaver” kind of household.  Sure, we had our share of unique issues, but overall we were the stereotypical wholesome all-American family.  Parents in a long-term marriage, two boys, two girls, we all … Continue reading →

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Stamp of Approval

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Real Women

I received an email ad from a clothing store that proclaimed to me: “Supermodel Essentials!  Supermodel-approved hoodies, shorts and pants for every girl on the go.” Whew, FINALLY — I’ve been just waiting for a line of clothes that have … Continue reading →

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Awe and Inspiration

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Real Women

We are all in the grips of Olympic fever.   Millions of us tune in at every chance we get to catch the next event and to follow our teams, be amazed, and to keep track of medal counts. Never … Continue reading →

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“Hot Enough For Ya?”

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Real Women

Weather plays an important role in our lives – either realistically, or unnecessarily.  In our ancestors’ days, the weather truly was a vitally important part of their daily lives, even determining their very survival. For those of us who are … Continue reading →

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Trials and Tribulations in the Little Room

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Real Women

One of the hazards of shopping for any new personal clothing item is the dreaded fitting room experience.  I know some Real Women who flatly refuse to try anything on at the store.  They would rather just buy the item, … Continue reading →

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Wanderlust

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Real Women

I have dreams of traveling and seeing more of the world than I have seen so far in my life. I enjoy exploring new areas, and seeing new sights.  I have particular places I’d still like to get to, that … Continue reading →

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