Category Archives: Seasons

Keep, Toss, Donate

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Real Women

My mother and I had a tradition when I was a girl that happened every Spring and every Fall.  She would painstakingly help me sort through my clothing, in preparation for the change of seasons or school year, to determine … Continue reading →

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The Seasonal Abyss

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Real Women

Ahh….summer… school’s out. A time for warm breezes, playtime and bbq’s. Everything seems sunnier and we dream of days off with family and friends. Life is easier. And moms everywhere are stressed and worried. Wait, whut? For those of us … Continue reading →

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Facing Style Reality

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Real Women

It would appear that last year I was still in denial. I apparently was still clinging to the hope that the 25-Year-Old-Body Fairy was going to visit at any moment, or that the world of physics could reverse the effects … Continue reading →

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Cold Isn’t Sexy

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Real Women

Yup. Sure is cold. A funny thing happens when extreme weather conditions occur. We instantly start comparing our discomfort. Those of us in colder climates (which right now appears to be about ¾ of the United States) start taking screen … Continue reading →

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And The Winner Is….

Posted on January 10, 2016 by Real Women

Oh boy, oh boy, let’s get in to our comfy yoga pants, pop some popcorn and crawl under a blankie, because its here!   The kick-off to the “Hollywood Awards Season”!  The Golden Globes! Ok, that’s the most excitement I can … Continue reading →

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Blame the Babylonians

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Real Women

According to many sources, the origin of making New Year’s resolutions dates back to the Babylonians, who reportedly made promises to the gods in hopes they’d earn good favor in the coming year. Many of these promises involved paying off … Continue reading →

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It’s the Little Things

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Real Women

Christmas is a big deal. At least it is for those of the Christian Faith, and many more who are just looking for good news, joy and a touch of magic as we head into winter. The holiday in many … Continue reading →

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Annual Persuasion

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Real Women

‘Tis the season to shop for products we rarely ever purchase in our normal day-to-day lives. We venture out on missions to find truly special, unique gifts for our friends and loved ones, and find ourselves browsing merchandise we would … Continue reading →

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Confessions to Santa

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Real Women

Dear Santa; I know you are reviewing your list, and checking it twice. We Real Women have tried to not only be good all year, but to be amazing superwomen.   For the most part we have succeeded, especially where it … Continue reading →

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A Short Story

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Real Women

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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