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Week Ten. Let’s Start Again.

This week was a roller-coaster ride.  The Great. The Fun. The Sad. The great part of the week is that I am no longer in the probation period of my job. I’m fully employed again!  You have no idea what a … Continue reading

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Week Eight. Ain’t It Great?

I’m down another pound. And considering the large amount of food I consumed last weekend, I’m thrilled. Ain’t that great? This is great! And I’ve got 12 pounds to go till I reach my goal–and I feel this is going … Continue reading

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Weight a Minute! Another Loss and A “Kilty” Pleasure

This week has been crazy!  I’m fascinated that my work day flies by so quickly but there is literally never a dull moment.  From the time I arrive until I leave, I’m busy—and I love it! It’s also fun to … Continue reading

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Better Red Than Dead! (No. It Isn’t Political. It is Fashionolitical!)

Whoa! Don’t judge.  Nyet!! Remember the slogan from the Cold War days of yore?  And red is the color of the political party I do NOT belong to! I’m not with them. Although I have to admit, those Russians of … Continue reading

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Weight A Minute! Can You Believe It’s Been FOUR Weeks Already?

Hard to believe I’ve been actually sticking to this weight loss journey. If it weren’t for you, my friends, I probably would have given up. And if I made it through 4 weeks, I am now determined to go the … Continue reading

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An Open Letter to Fashion and Beauty: Why Do You Ignore Me and My Peers?

Dear Beauty and Fashion Industries: Why do you ignore me?  For years and years I’ve been a faithful supporter and consumer.  My relationship with both of you started when I was an awkward pre-teen.  I would look through Seventeen and … Continue reading

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Weight Loss Friday. Easing Into Change On Week Three!

Hi All!  I hope you are all doing fine this week. I’m amazed that it’s been three weeks and I’m now looking forward to writing these Friday-on-Thursday-night posts! This week I’m down a pound. I have to tell you, if … Continue reading

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Clothing and Makeup–That Summer-Into-Fall Transition

Time to back track a bit.  Last Friday before leaving the office for the Labor Day Weekend, I was given a check.  At first I was shocked because I feared the check would be followed by “Get the Hell outta … Continue reading

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Heel Mary Full of Grace, My Shoes Are With Thee..

One of the great things about being back in the office groove is that I get to dress up again.  The President of the small company where I am now employed prefers a professional look—especially when bankers and other financiers … Continue reading

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I’ve Done Some Shopping………

Alright. I’ve learned quite a bit about handbags while working at Nordstrom, and have been educated about “brand name” handbags, I’ve learned that some of the popular brand names are really good while others—well, they are pretty crappy. Naturally, my … Continue reading

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