I was out one evening with a group of friends and conversation was all over the map as usual. Suddenly, one gal spoke up and said "I think you must have been very attractive when you were young". This comment was directed towards me. I was surprised. First off, we weren't talking about anything along … Continue reading Fading Beauty →

Years ago I was looking for the perfect purse. I had an idea of what it would be like. Smaller, black, zip open with lots of card slots. I also wanted a separate compartment that zipped at the top and on the outside front was a pocket compartment with easy access for my cell phone. … Continue reading Label Consciousness →

I spent a lot of time recently with someone I have known for years. A pattern emerged which at first was just annoying, but in time has caused me to actually go as far as to rethink the friendship. Our conversations are usually superficial and light hearted when we are together. Lately they have been … Continue reading How To Deal With A Friend Whose Coversation Style Is Oppositional… Don’t! →

From the very beginning, my hubby had his side of the bed. Even when travelling, whether we stayed in a hotel or someone's home, he had his side of the bed. I remember once in a motel, trying to convince him to switch with me. After all, it isn't a familiar room. Lets face it, … Continue reading My Side of the Bed →