Tag Archives: comfort

What Happens When We Stop Listening

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Real Women

Anyone who has read my blog over the years knows that I stay about 8,000 feet away from posting anything that can be remotely considered political or a hot-button issue.  Not because I don’t care about important issues, but simply … Continue reading →

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The Blue Pit Crew

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Real Women

I had a scheduled, non-emergency medical procedure this week.  That term “procedure” is so nice, non-threatening and all-encompassing. It could mean anything from a boob job to a colonoscopy. This was neither.  Since this is a blog predominantly about and … Continue reading →

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Earning Our Rings

Posted on February 8, 2022 by Real Women

As I type these words, I am in my comfy jammies, feet up, and have the Winter Olympics on TV.  I am amazed by any elite athletes in any competition, game or exhibition who reach new speeds, new heights, new … Continue reading →

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From Meh to Mystery

Posted on January 1, 2022 by Real Women

It is New Year’s Day, 2022.  I’ve spent much of the day giving myself pep talks. The holidays this year, for many of us, have been….ok.  The replies I’ve received most often from other RW’s when asked how their Christmas … Continue reading →

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Oasis on Wheels

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Real Women

My first car was a used 1981 Plymouth Reliant K-Car.  It was ugly, utilitarian and practical. But I didn’t complain, because my parents paid for 95% of the car.  With me being the fourth and youngest child, my parents were … Continue reading →

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The Once Upon a Time in our Closets

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Real Women

Most men own clothing for four basic reasons: 1.They aren’t allowed to walk around naked, 2. They want to be comfortable, 3. They wear stuff that makes them look good, and 4. Their significant other bought it for them.  Except for … Continue reading →

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Old, New, Just Because

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Real Women

I opened today’s door on my Advent Calendar, because I’ve had a December count-down calendar all my life. I asked my husband to hang the mistletoe ball in the doorway because that’s where it goes. Tomorrow I’ll bake peanut butter … Continue reading →

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It’s OK to Feel Like a Mess

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Real Women

I usually reserve this blog for the mundane, the common, the minor and frustrating yet amusing issues we Real Women face on a daily basis.  My goal is to let this blog be a place to set aside big worries, … Continue reading →

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The Comfort of Old Friends

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Real Women

I’m tempted to refer to them as dear old friends.  But I fear that would be an insult to all of my friends whom I’ve had for many years, yet who have aged beautifully.  Because these other friends of mine, … Continue reading →

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Tick Tock Floss

Posted on January 8, 2018 by Real Women

When I was a young girl, like most other children, I hated going to the dentist.  In those days there were very few, if any, Pediatric Dentists… just family dentists who did basically the same work on everyone from small … Continue reading →

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