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Excuse Me, Since When Did 160 Pounds Become a Personality Trait?
Today, I got called “ma’am” by a couple of teenagers. Now, to be fair, I am in my forties, and I understand that to a teenager, anyone over the age of 25 is basically a historical figure. Being born in… Continue reading
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Maybe it’s Not Laziness…
Recently, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder after spending the better part of 12–15 years wondering why I seemed to be operating on the off-brand rechargeable batteries (never charged ones at that) while everyone else got the premium Duracells.… Continue reading
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Normal Labs, Not-So-Normal Life
I turned 43 recently, and if I’m being honest, it has been quite the journey getting here—physically, mentally, and everything in between. The other day I was talking with a friend who is about half my age (which, let’s just… Continue reading
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When “It’s Just Anxiety” Isn’t the Answer
Being a woman is not an easy task—and even with all the jokes, memes, and “wine o’clock” humor, sometimes it just downright sucks. We’re expected to be everything, everywhere, all at once. The multitasking expectations alone could be a full-time… Continue reading
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Thelma vs. The Wall: A True Story of Survival…
Let me tell you about Thelma. Now, Thelma is technically our dog, but emotionally and spiritually, she belongs to my husband. She tolerates me. Like… she appreciates that I open doors and provide snacks, but she’s made it clear I’m… Continue reading
The Jaded Mother 