Although my sister and mom both live within driving distance - an hour and two hours away, respectively (that's on a good day when the traffic gods cooperate. When they don't, well, all bets are off), our schedules don't allow us to get together too often. This past Saturday when hubby was out of town with our boys - their way-delayed annual father's day overnight - mom, Lynne and I had our … [Read more...] about Overheard in the Shoe Department
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On Not Procrastinating
How can I think that time is limitless? I know it's not. I learned this early when I was diagnosed with breast cancer at a relatively young age. I was reminded of it when I lost my two best friends to the same disease. I knew it when other's close to me died; a cousin's young wife, more friends and acquaintances, and too many relatives. And, on a lighter note, I knew it when I missed that … [Read more...] about On Not Procrastinating
50 Things I Learned in 50-Plus Years
In a few days, I'm turning 50-something. There's no point in denying so-called aging– it's something I wasn't always convinced I'd be here to enjoy witness– but I can't help getting my real age number stuck in my throat when I have to actually say it. It kind of reminds me of the time in fourth grade when I was sucking on a huge sour ball in math class and accidentally swallowed it, but … [Read more...] about 50 Things I Learned in 50-Plus Years
Ten Things I’d Change If I Were in Charge Of the Midlife World…
My boys, when they were teenagers, used to say "If I were in charge of the world, here's what I'd do." It usually translated to things like: Eliminate homework Drink soda for breakfast Never make my bed and Play video games all day without mom yelling at me to get-outside-and-get-some-fresh-air! Well, now it's my turn. There are so many things about this so-called midlife I embrace and … [Read more...] about Ten Things I’d Change If I Were in Charge Of the Midlife World…
Need To Know: Seven Important Flu Shot Facts
Did you get your flu shot yet? It's not too early! Although the flu usually peaks around January and February, it can start as early as...now. And if you get the shot now, you'll be protected for the season. I'm assuming you do get a flu vaccine. Don't you? I recently wrote an article about flu shots and my research taught me a lot I didn't know. And it's possible you don't know … [Read more...] about Need To Know: Seven Important Flu Shot Facts
Emotions in the Waiting Room
Emotions. They can get scary at times, especially if you tend to be the type of person who blurts out what you're feeling before composing yourself to come up with the best way to say it. And I'm a pretty emotional person, so I'm afraid I've done this -over and over and over again. (Will I never learn?) But it takes me a long time to get there. I always start with trying to be "nice." It … [Read more...] about Emotions in the Waiting Room
Here’s To Friends
This past weekend, we had dinner with friends who we haven't seen in ages. As usual, the conversation, after being a lively one between the four of us, narrowed down to the guys discussing sports with one another (with some business thrown in) and the ladies discussing...well, anything and everything. Honestly, sometimes I think the worst of what I think is my tendency toward ADD emerges … [Read more...] about Here’s To Friends
How I Turned Into a Bag Lady
It wasn't always like this. The seasons would be separated into winter and summer. Winter meant black and brown. Summer meant white and tan. Life was fairly simple. And there were just a few handbags in my closet. But then, one day, that all changed. I began to look at handbags with a different eye. They suddenly changed from boring necessities to exciting accessories. I drooled … [Read more...] about How I Turned Into a Bag Lady
Never Say Never: What I Learned From My High School Reunion.
Part Deux. You've probably figured it out by now that I went to the big reunion. I'll admit: it was tough to come to that decision. I ruminated for months. And then, naturally, I stressed out about what to pack. (But that's nothing new...I ALWAYS stress out about packing). One thing I knew for sure: I was packing my highest heels. I was so over my height issues - although I'll always remember … [Read more...] about Never Say Never: What I Learned From My High School Reunion.
I’m Never Going to My High School Reunion, I Said. Never.
PART ONE. Just last summer, I was shocked into the harsh reality of realizing just how quickly time passes. I received an invitation to my 40th high school reunion. How could it be? Was it really that long ago that I was that skinny, self-conscious girl with the tight unwrinkled skin and healthy hair-that-had-never-seen-chemicals? The one who never thought she'd be looking back years later and … [Read more...] about I’m Never Going to My High School Reunion, I Said. Never.