Category Archives: Chores

The Simple Joys of Reality

One of my out of town BFFs visited this weekend.  I used to feel that I had to plan ahead and arrange some special activities when my friends visited.   After all, plenty of exciting images come to mind when girlfriends … Continue reading

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Stepping Up to the Plate

“I married a younger man. Five years younger than I am. I figure it is like this: if you can’t find a good man, raise one.”  –  Wanda Sykes  In a previous post, I had a bit of fun with … Continue reading

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Under Construction

Like many real families, we are do-it-yourselfers.  Correction, my husband is a DIY-er.  I’m his sometimes assistant. We are lucky that he has the skills and the desire to take on the majority of our home, vehicle and yard maintenance … Continue reading

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It’s A System

I consider myself a fairly intelligent, modern woman.  I completed four years of college plus various professional development training courses through my adulthood.  I am pretty adept at using modern technology.  I use my computer/laptop/mac/iPad/iPhone tools every day. I manage … Continue reading

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Despite Ourselves

Let’s face it, Real Women, we know we are awesome. We are strong, smart, and we are the glue that holds our families together.  Fess up, deep inside we at least partly believe that without our daily management, our households … Continue reading

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Real Time – a Warped Dimension

I always think that I will have more time on a weekend, or a day off, than I really do. Maybe that is poorly stated.  Clearly I’m aware that every day is made up of 24 hours, no matter the day … Continue reading

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Homer Simpson Gifts

At a recent lunch date with one of my BFF’s, we started discussing the potential of receiving Homer Simpson gifts for Christmas.  In my family, we call certain gifts that name in honor of the episode where Homer gave Marge … Continue reading

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Behold the Grocery Freak

I tend to think of myself as a fairly normal, regular Real Woman.  Most days I feel that I fit in pretty well with others.  I know several friends, relatives and associates who seem to have similar outlooks, habits, interests … Continue reading

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Dreaming About the Little Things

We have all played that game in our minds… you know, that one where we think “what would I do if I won the lottery” or “what if I was rich and famous.”  Certainly, the usual thoughts come to mind … Continue reading

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Things That Make You Go Hmmm….

Last night, as I was switching over a load of laundry, I gazed upon the top of the washer and was reminded of this quandry I posted a few months ago.  So for those of you who are new to … Continue reading

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