Women

Brave Enough To Be Angry

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https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/08/opinion/anger-women-weinstein-assault.html?smid=fb-share This is incredibly well-written. It also triggered some memories for me that I knew might surface eventually. With many of my close friends coming to me with their stories, which range from offensive to disturbing and terrifying, I find myself a lot quieter. The other day I was viciously attacked by two women, absolute … Continue reading Brave Enough To Be Angry

10 Facts Every Woman Should Know

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10 Facts Every Woman Should Know: 1. Everyone has rolls when they bend over. 2. When someone tells you that you're beautiful, believe them. They aren't lying. 3. Sometimes we all wake up with breath that could kill a goat. 4. For every woman unhappy with her stretch marks is another woman who wishes she … Continue reading 10 Facts Every Woman Should Know

“Get Rid Of Your Americanisms”…

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I am a firm believer that no matter where we're from, it is always a part of who we are. The place where we grow up and spend our formative years is instilled in us, no matter how far away we may move. As a Native New Yorker, you will never, ever hear me say … Continue reading “Get Rid Of Your Americanisms”…

20 Things You Should Never Apologize For (And 10 You Totally Should)

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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ravishly/20-things-you-should-never-apologize-for-and-10-you-totally-should_b_7763982.html I agree that women have the tendency to apologize way too often for things that they didn't even do. If someone bumps into me, the only time I let it slide is if it's completely unintentional. But if you're walking through a store with a metal shopping cart while on your cell phone, ignoring … Continue reading 20 Things You Should Never Apologize For (And 10 You Totally Should)

Diary Of A Surgery

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http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/24/opinion/angelina-jolie-pitt-diary-of-a-surgery.html?_r=0 I had to read this through tears. It's still making me tear up as I go on with my day. In truth, she didn't have to talk about this publicly. It takes a lot of courage to do so. I have nothing but respect for her decision to openly and honestly talk about it, … Continue reading Diary Of A Surgery

Thoughts Through Other Eyes

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I am tired in a soul-deep, bone-deep way that I can’t quite explain. I know it is borne out of doing too much, too fast, without proper rest. Sometimes I forget that I have limitations due to Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain and I simply want my normal life back. In turn, I suffer for every move I … Continue reading Thoughts Through Other Eyes