Oscar Night is Sunday; the annual evening we don sweat pants and perch glued to the TV for seven hours wishing to be thin. And rich. And have someone drape us in free jewels and gowns. And give us a goodie bag worth a hundred thousand dollars. Whaaaa? Yep, Oscar's gift bag this year is… Continue reading Were Just Like You…Really
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Trucks that Ram…
Ram Trucks are heating up. They were just named fastest growing truck in America. And US News and World Report ranked the Ram 1500 number two overall for 2018. Who does this make happy besides truck owners? Our very own car guy, Big Al Heggs of Heggs Auto Group. Now that the Jeeps have moved… Continue reading Trucks that Ram…
Think You Know Real Estate?…
We ask Deana, our realtor girl, for some general advice this month. There is some thought that the beginning of the year is prime time to sell a house. Perhaps, she says. Really anytime is a good time--it's all about who's looking. Are there other misconceptions? Keeping your house up, maintaining it, is a given.… Continue reading Think You Know Real Estate?…
A Reluctant Mom…
Spent the weekend in Bama. I'd like to say the heavens opened and the angels sang but it rained. Rain wrecked my hair, which wrecks my day. My pants got all stretched out and a new sweater grew five sizes. My feet got cold. We did visit the statue of The Saban God to ensure… Continue reading A Reluctant Mom…
It’s Book Club Time…
Did you enjoy the first Duchess Diaries Book Club selection? I heard yes! If you missed it, you can still order The Digger's Daughter by Posey Moore Nash here: https://www.amazon.com/Diggers-Daughter-Posey-Moore-Nash/dp/0999590103. Catch up, would ya? Now for the selection for the month of love. It's a fabulous guide about loving yourself enough to make your life… Continue reading It’s Book Club Time…
Things We Do In Private…
Yet another thing bored feminists are up in arms about. Pfft. Call it Dorito-Gate. Yes, it's ridiculous. Yes, it's stupid. Yes, it's a marketing gimmick aimed to stir the waters. But is it a reason for twisted panties? Please. Not in the know? What do you mean--your life has deep meaning or you're solving real… Continue reading Things We Do In Private…
Cancer Chicks Doin’ What They Do…
A trio meets yesterday to strategize taking over the world. Actually--three friends join together at The Quarter to hash it all out and drink some iced tea. One runs a super successful nonprofit and is a celebrated author; and the other is releasing her second book. That's how this girl rolls. Be the least successful… Continue reading Cancer Chicks Doin’ What They Do…
Bake Your Face…
I've had a lifelong love affair with makeup. Lately I search for whatever will keep my slather from falling into the little lines and crevices marking the passage of time and too much smiling. A trend somehow slipped through the cracks on my face and left me behind. Perhaps because I didn't think the answer… Continue reading Bake Your Face…
No Jeans After 53…
Women of a certain age took another fashion hit. If we believed the crap spewed by those in the know, we'd never step foot out our front doors all made up, with long hair, powder on our faces and stiletto heels. All those things, btw, are the stuff of which "older" women should not partake.… Continue reading No Jeans After 53…
It’s Facelift Time…
Six years ago, Jeep reworked the Cherokee. Was it a hit? Depends who you ask. Some loved it. Some; not so much. As we barely squeak into 2018, Jeep showed the new 2019 face of the Cherokee, eliminating what many called the “angry car” look. It’s when the headlights and grille are placed in such… Continue reading It’s Facelift Time…
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