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Good Morning, Routine

In our roles as Home & Family Maintenance Managers, we Real Women know how vital our morning routines are for keeping everything running like clockwork. Rise and shine to all family members by a certain time, take care of the … Continue reading

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A Short Story

Ahhh, the unofficial start to summer is unofficially here. In New England, this means packing away most of the cold-weather clothes and breaking out the summer wear.  And for those of us more mature Real Women, that also means once … Continue reading

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Sometimes It Isn’t Easy

We all go through challenging phases in life. When bad, sad, or just plain ugly things seem to pile up around us. I know several folks right now who are trying to make their way through some of those piles. … Continue reading

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Proceed with Caution

Over the past few days, I’ve had the opportunity to travel through some rural areas, for both personal and professional reasons. Truth be told, when time allows, I prefer driving through the country vs. city and highway drives. Certainly, hopping … Continue reading

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Simply Amazing

There are a lot of remarkable things to be amazed by in this world. There are natural wonders like Niagara Falls, modern modes of transport like giant aircraft that take flight and enormous ships that float; rocket ships that reach … Continue reading

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When Convenience Leads to Ridiculousness

Our microwave oven at work died the other day. Before you get out your miniature violins to play me an appropriately melancholy melody, I will say that we are not completely at a loss. There is a working microwave in … Continue reading

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Ties That Bind

In the world of R.W. bonding, the need for women to get together socially starts early in our lives. I remember as a young girl, playing with my girlfriends, we spent hours pretending to be actresses, dancers, or even horses, … Continue reading

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Real Cinderella-ing

A few days ago, I carved out a bit of “me time” and gave myself a pedicure while watching a chick flick. As all Real Women know, putting life on pause during the day to do this feels a bit … Continue reading

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It’s All About Perspective

One night last week, two of my BFFs and I channeled our younger, more hip selves, and went to a concert. A real concert. Not a tribute band in a small local theater. No, we went for the gusto and … Continue reading

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Polar Side Effects

Side Effect – noun. Any accompanying or consequential and usually detrimental effect. It is safe to say that a majority of people across the country at this point are tired of winter. Sure, some hearty souls still claim to be enjoying … Continue reading

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