I think I have been going through menopause for at least 30 years now. It sure feels that way. I thought the symptoms were getting better but then the hot flashes came back. With a vengeance. I’m sweating in places no one should sweat. And it’s no mist either. It’s a full on rain forest… Continue reading Hot Flashes are Back with a Vengeance
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Is It Time for Reading Glasses?
When I turned 40 I went to have my eyes checked. I could no longer read the directions on smaller boxes and prescription bottles. I thought I was going blind. This is it! I’m officially losing my eyesight. The doctor did the eye exam then told me I really didn’t need glasses but I should… Continue reading Is It Time for Reading Glasses?
11 Weird Things That Happen During Menopause
Just when you think you know everything there is to know about Menopause, you find out some pretty weird stuff. I put together a little list of weird things I have either experienced or someone I know has. Now I’m no doctor, but if you have questions, you might want to call one. Because my… Continue reading 11 Weird Things That Happen During Menopause
Bad to the Bone. Menopause Sucks, Part Deux.
Had a Doc appointment last week and got the awesome news I have Osteoporosis. I CAN’T EVEN PRONOUNCE IT RIGHT! So I was pretty stunned and as Dr. “very young and beautiful and has no idea her life will suck one day too” started to tell me about the different treatments for this, I zoned… Continue reading Bad to the Bone. Menopause Sucks, Part Deux.
Menopause is just another word for Homicidal.
You knew this post was coming right? Menopause. We’ll call this post, Part 1. SO much we need to discuss! So here’s the definition from Merriam-Webster: Definition of menopause 1 : the natural cessation of menstruation that usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55; also : the period during which such cessation occurs —called… Continue reading Menopause is just another word for Homicidal.
Confessions of a Cupcakeaholic
I. Want. A. Cupcake. I realize this is not breaking news and there are all kinds of political and social issues we could poke fun of today. But I can’t even think clearly. My sugar level is so low I feel like I could pass out at any minute. No. I don’t have diabetes and… Continue reading Confessions of a Cupcakeaholic
Who Is This Midlife Crazy Person?
A quick definition from Psychology Today (.com) says: “Mid-Life: Mortality and the idea that time is running out can leave a middle-aged person feeling discontent and restless. Often this 40- to 60-year-old may have a need to reassess life and its meaning.” Really? A need to reassess life and its meaning? Shouldn’t we have life… Continue reading Who Is This Midlife Crazy Person?
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