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Am I the only person who doesn't watch the Golden Bachelor?
How I stopped worrying and learned to hate the reality show genre.
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The Second Chance Evangelist
Middle-aged love is a damn beautiful thing.
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The Great Anti-Doom Scrolling Therapy Guide, Part I
These recommendations have not been evaluated by the FDA
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If March goes out like a lamb, why is April an 800 lb gorilla sitting on my chest wearing a jaunty floral scarf?
April hits hard. And no, it's not just allergies.
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March 2024

In praise of what doesn't change
If you look hard, you will identify something wonderful in your kids now that you will see in them forever.
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Crying into a size XS purple bathrobe
My 16-year-old came to my doorway and stood in a robe, dripping from a hot shower. “How is he?” she asked.
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The stupid embarrassing thing I did and the email I finally sent about it
Embarrassment isn't the same as shame and we need to stop confusing them.
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February 2024

Hate doesn't get to win.
First we get mad. Then we get motivated. Here are some actions we can take in memory of Nex Benedict.
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A Valentine's Gift From Me To Me
Showing love toward yourself means you get to be the giver AND you get to be the receiver.
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The glorious world of Friends with Business Benefits
Do you need writing help? Tax advice? A Costco-sized carton of tissues? You got it.
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January 2024

It's good to be wrong.
It's the path to getting it right.
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Why does it seem like the future of feminism hinges on The Barbie Movie's Oscar nominations?
Women's progress is more powerful than any shiny statue.
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