Author: Duchess Diaries

Ah, success. That thing that seems to always be just beyond reach. Funny thing is, it has no definition. Everyone’s definition of success is indeed different. For some, it’s marrying well. Being a good mother. Owning a company. Making boatloads of money. Fame. Notoriety. For others, it’s nothing more than being happy, whatever that means, another… Continue reading Success Is…

We see it everywhere. In various colors, the cancer collective are known as “warriors.” In the heat of battle, cancer girls feel less warrior-like and more like the defeated. It is indeed true cancer is a war and no one can fight the battles for you. Those, like childbirth, are your unique experience. But having… Continue reading What Is A Warrior?…

Sitting at the computer wondering what to write and an email pops up from a friend. She stumbled upon a little morsel in Dear Abby and wonders about a duchess’ opinion. Since I adore opining on just about anything, I am more than happy to oblige. And, besides, I can’t write one more damn column about… Continue reading Need Some Rock Hard Abs?…

In high school, I could not leave for a date until the guy came to the door to meet my father. My father always squeezed his hand too hard and told him what time to have me home. Something’s happened between then and now. ​​ Girls lament they don’t “date” anymore, meaning the guy asks you to… Continue reading Gentlemanly Notes…

It’s Friday—that special day in pre-cancer lore, reserved for dancing at the dive country bar or dining on ten thousand calorie Mexican food. Neither is on the roster but we still can do our hair and wish upon a star, non? ​​ Unless you’ve been taken captive, or you’re a guy, you know that in… Continue reading Bad Hair Day?…

Gus continues to be the most popular thing about my cancer. Aside from whether I’ve started dating no question comes up more than, “How is Gus?” and, “Can I see him?” Well, there’s good and bad news. Gus, the Asshole Feeding Tube, has left the building; but not because I can eat cheeseburgers again. ​​… Continue reading An Update On Gus…

The Duke of Cars is sharing an insider industry tip. This is the best time of year to buy a car. To those of us who spent most of lives doing little more than choosing the car, this comes a s a surprise. There is a right time of year to buy a car? It’s… Continue reading Who Knew The Time Is Now?…

  How much do we love a girl who wants to change the world? It’s always fun to hear from Publicist David. He’s in the chicken collection I did not birth. This cutie and I worked together a few years ago. He has an eye for picking trends and advising his old boss about who’s… Continue reading Who Is Emi?…

Since there is only so much political banter any of us can stand, thank Sweet Baby Jesus we have the Pope’s visit and September fashion month to distract us. On the runways this year, as always, are hits and misses. Why bother with the misses? We already know we wouldn’t be caught dead wearing most… Continue reading Pack Your Attitude…

Our favorite car guy, Big Al, declares this month truck month at Superstition Springs. Ram trucks are the most popular trucks out there right now and Big Al thinks you need one. ​​ Ram trucks are known for being the work and play trucks—strong enough for work and fun enough for play. They also happen… Continue reading Car Of The Month Is A Ram…