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How I embrace sag resistance in my 50s

As I approach the mid-way mark of another decade of life, I'm grateful for sag-resistance thoughts I learned to adapt along the way.   I don't need a plastic surgeon, even if I've tried being one myself this year. Ah, yes, the 50s are when we can't help but notice what has changed in our appearance. … Continue reading How I embrace sag resistance in my 50s

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Reflections on a girl’s shopping day

This past weekend, while enjoying a surprise visit from our youngest Sprout, we sat together and chatted over a cup of coffee.  It's so fun to catch up in-person.  I love social media for daily - what's up with you kind of moments.  But, in-person visits are way more fun. After we caught up about… Continue reading Reflections on a girl’s shopping day

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Do bathroom scales lie or tell the truth?

Bathroom scales don't lie. Do I believe that? I dunno...I have my doubts. Do they lie? Does mine? I think so... All I do know is that if you have a model like we do, and you step on it all willingly and naked to get the most accurate of readings.  It's okay to wait… Continue reading Do bathroom scales lie or tell the truth?

Emptying the nest

3 baby steps to a someday minimalist

I grabbed my second cup of coffee, needed due to sleep deprivation, aka, an unwanted guest of late.  As I left the laundry room where the coffee pot is currently temporarily located, I walked by our lower level bathroom, glanced in the room, and noticed the Instant Pot on the counter - cooking something. Of… Continue reading 3 baby steps to a someday minimalist

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30 days to what???

The clock is ticking. Countertops a switching. Wall calendar's flipping. Will I fit cornered by time into a new role? What obstacles will I find, or will it just be a natural and an easy fit? Yikes - in just 30 days, I'll be saying goodbye to something about myself besides our countertops. I hope… Continue reading 30 days to what???

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The ugly shoes I wear

Have you ever made a guy wait until you find the right pair of shoes to wear to a garden party?  Or finish photographing them for your blog post? Or have your shoes ever gotten a second glance from some other cute guy while you're at an outdoor party? I get that all the time.… Continue reading The ugly shoes I wear