"My dear woman, you aren't crazy." Ahh, the words every woman longs to hear. That and, "I've got the dishes. Why don't you go take a bath?" Words from an adoring mate? Nope. The opening line to this month's Book Club choice, Martinis & Menopause. Yep, we're talking the change in all its bloody, messy,… Continue reading My Dear Woman, You Aren’t Crazy…
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Men Do’s and Don’ts…
A sweet friend sends over a photo--I think because she knows the ire it will insight. Take a look. Deep breath. Look away. Now try erasing that image from your brain. Does someone have my fan? Just in case any of our male Dolls are wondering on the latest trend wear, here's an outline of… Continue reading Men Do’s and Don’ts…
Hoses, Belts and Gears Oh My…
The weather spiked a bit here on the surface of the sun. Predictions are chatting up 90 for the weekend. Yesterday, my brakes slipped a smidge and I actually thought, "Is my car ready for summer?" For those out of the know, Arizona cars are abused by sun, road and oppressive heat in the summer.… Continue reading Hoses, Belts and Gears Oh My…
Rhymes With Whatever…
File under stuff that induces eyebrow raising--a show called Slutever. Whaaa? Yup, it's called Slutever. Rhymes with whatever. Host Karley Sciortino, of Vogue, brings her personality to the screen. Most know her as the magazine's sex columnist, self-titled slut sexual and trier of all things. Oh--and the girl is funny. Think Carrie Bradshaw who doesn't… Continue reading Rhymes With Whatever…
All Manner of Words…
Although this girl wakes early, I don't bolt out the door for a bit. No, I'm not that high maintenance. It's just that I read a little, take in the news of the day and drink enough coffee to give an elephant the shakes. And there's the mascara. Imagine the horror when this nugget shows… Continue reading All Manner of Words…
Were Just Like You…Really
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
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…
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