For the first time since dinosaurs roamed the earth, I wore a very small bikini. It was a gift in bravado presented me by Sweetest G who quipped, "You took off twenty years when you took off that coverup." Well then. I was in LaLaLand and full of cocktails and misplaced muster. That is, until… Continue reading Scorched Earth Stomach…
Category: Snark
The Summer Read…
Every summer it happens--requests for a reading list. Dolls are headed to the beach, the cabin or just hanging by the pool and long for old fashioned entertainment. The lists of new for summer are okay. But let's try something different. How about two classics, a journal type thing, a political commentary, a juicy novel… Continue reading The Summer Read…
Commando Debate…
Duchess Dolls always hunt for interesting fare. What shoots across the desk this morning falls into that file. Chicks on YouTube debating going commando. Disclaimer: The women are young; younger than this old broad. They are squeamish about flying the flag sans panties. Find me a woman of a certain age and she'll school you.… Continue reading Commando Debate…
House of Claire Returns…
Remember when your grandmother admonished, "Who cares what other people think?" Claire Underwood listened. The rest of us, well, we got trapped in the rabbit hole of mean girls, attracting boys and lipstick shades. And Claire? What happened to her? Her dreams came true while rocking the perfect shade of lipstick. And sheath dresses. And… Continue reading House of Claire Returns…
The F-Word…
Yesterday was colonoscopy day. Not mine, good heavens. If ever there comes a time something enters the back way, I assure you it won't be conversation worthy. I escort a dear friend. I will not divulge even her nickname lest you guess her identity and she, then, may feel obliged to spill my secrets. She… Continue reading The F-Word…
Tips For Romping…Just Don’t
Evidently, the man romper is a thing. Really. It's your standard romper, meant for chicks, made with man colors and maybe a little tie belt. Haven't seen one live and in person, but guaranteed, I'll laugh. Women in men's clothing can be super chic. Think a classic tuxedo, double pleated pants, wingtips and some ties--not… Continue reading Tips For Romping…Just Don’t
The Perfect Job…Meow
When your biz is PR, marketing and image, strange requests can pad through the door. Requests for free proposals came so often, I finally started charging. Unless I really like you. Every once in a while there's a proposal request and a skip to my loo on the bill. You know who you are Mr.… Continue reading The Perfect Job…Meow
SCOBY Is Not The Way…
Weight is a funny thing. We spend most of our lives fighting it. Don't eat this. Don't ever eat this. Years stretch by where a french fry is something to look upon with lust but never eat. And, then, in the blink of an eye, radiation and chemo strip away butt and thigh fat, eat… Continue reading SCOBY Is Not The Way…
Who Needs A Bath Study?…
A dear friend, The Divine Ms. S from the South, sends over an article, "Taking a Hot Bath Burns as Many Calories as a 30-Minute Walk, Study Says." I didn't finish the article before I ran another elixir for the senses and lowered myself into its warm embrace. Once I was cozy, I explored said… Continue reading Who Needs A Bath Study?…
The Organization Bug…
About twice a year, the organization bug latches on so hard I am powerless against cords sticking out all willy nilly, too many things in drawers and makeup brushes that have not been washed. In a while. Or ever. The past weekend begins with the fridge. If only it resembled a Pinterest fridge, filled to… Continue reading The Organization Bug…
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