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Mind Map

A couple of weeks ago, the Huffington Post shared an image and brief story about how a man had asked his wife to draw, or write down, everything that was going on in her mind. I find it a little … Continue reading

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Cold Isn’t Sexy

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….

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

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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Confessions to Santa

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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We Make it Happen

In my last post, I suggested that we all cut ourselves a little slack, because whether we feel “ready” or not, Christmas is going to come no matter what. And that is true. Because we women make it happen. When … Continue reading

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From the Heart

To my followers, readers, friends, and fellow bloggers — I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support and send you my best wishes for a wonderful, peaceful and happy Christmas.  May you enjoy warmth, love, laughter, … Continue reading

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Of Tourism and Thresholds

“I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.”—Susan Sontag Most of our leisure travel time is spent visiting family and friends. Like so many other real families, our loved ones are scattered around the country….so spending time in person … Continue reading

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Tilt Mode

I realize there is a strong irony in my timing of this post.  A mere 5 days since my vacation and my last post regarding deleting mind pollution, and the fact it is Valentine’s Day and I should be talking … Continue reading

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Must We Settle for Perfect?

I read an interesting recent post by Joanna Douglas, a Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor, about Victoria’s Secret coming under fire again regarding the rampant airbrushing done on their models in their ads and catalogs.  I love this kind of … Continue reading

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