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Gold Medal Reality
Ah, the twists, the turns, the speed, the jumps, the split-second decisions… could be the Olympics, or could be a day in the life of the average woman. Ok, I suppose that’s a stretch. I mean, we’ve all seen Simone … Continue reading
Posted in family, fitness, Health, home, home chores, housework, Kids, meals, Pride, Professions, real women, Style, Uncategorized
Tagged abilities, athletes, challenges, events, family, gold medals, inspiration, multi-tasking, Olympics, power, Reality, skill, strength, style
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Now You See Me
I was enjoying a pedicure at the nail salon. There were several of us lined up in our footbath chairs, doing the salon version of elevator etiquette — a possible quick simple nod to your neighbor, but no direct eye … Continue reading
Posted in communication, friends, Kids, moods, Professions, real women, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged acquaintances, associates, celebrities, friends, image, memory, relationships, women
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Seeking Support
“Men will never understand how joyful it makes us feel to unsnap that bra, whip it through our shirt sleeve and fling it across the room. “ — Alex Elle It is no secret that most of us women enjoy … Continue reading
Posted in age, assisting, beauty, clothing, friends, real women, shopping, Style, Uncategorized
Tagged basic style, bras, clothing fit, shopping, support, undergarments
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Uncharted
Last week, as I drove through a neighboring town, I noticed a man walking his dog out of a ballpark area. I remembered that I had heard from someone that there were walking trails somewhere behind that ballpark, yet I … Continue reading
Posted in family, pet, Professions, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged accomplishments, adventure, appreciation, challenges, comfort, comfort zone, discovery, growing up, inspiration, new, Reality, routines, strength, success
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The Seasonal Abyss
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
Posted in age, family, Health, home, home chores, Kids, real women, Seasons, Technology, Uncategorized, Vacation
Tagged activity, boredom, children, electronics, free time, screen time, summer, summer camps, teens, tweens, vacation
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It’s Not Alright
Since the news broke of the tragedy in Orlando, I haven’t known what to say. Imagine that. Me, the wordy one, at a loss. Tributes, emotional pleas, and tirades have flowed across social media and the news. I have not … Continue reading
Posted in communication, family, friends, Health, Kids, Uncategorized
Tagged appreciation, challenges, children, comfort, compassion, family, fear, hope, News, Reality, shock, strength, teenagers, thankfulness, tragedy
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Supposed to be Easier
My son asked me the other night if life was easier and less stressful when I was a teenager than it is now? I thought about it and told him that I didn’t think life was easier, we had our … Continue reading
Posted in age, communication, friends, Helping others, Kids, Technology, Uncategorized
Tagged age, challenges, easy, efficiencies, friends, multi-tasking, online forms, stress, technology, teen years, women
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I Can, Because They Did
I took a real, honest-to-goodness, day off today. Like so many other real women, this is a rarity. I’m usually running around trying to play the game of beat the clock, fitting far too much into my day. (My siblings … Continue reading
Posted in family, Health, Helping others, home, Pride, Uncategorized
Tagged appreciation, armed services, bravery, comfort, day off, families, freedom, gratefulness, inspiration, Memorial Day, relaxation, strength
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A Perfect Storm of Perseverance
We all have someone in our lives who is just a bit more unique, more challenging, and more special than most others. For me, that person is my oldest brother. He is the Perfect Storm of health challenges and disability. … Continue reading
Posted in age, birthdays, disabilities, family, Health, Helping others, Uncategorized
Tagged age, appreciation, birthdays, celebration, disabilities, family, gratefulness, health, inspiration, milestones, persistence, strength, stress
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