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miley wasn’t alone on that stage

Lois Alter Mark12 years ago5 years ago411 mins

[This is where I would normally post a photo but I refuse to sensationalize anything else about this subject.] I was driving home from Jazzercise this morning, feeling all pumped up and happy, and singing along with the radio when Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke came on. Up until now, I’ve only heard it playing…

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my epic parenting fail

Lois Alter Mark12 years ago5 years ago611 mins

My daughter went back to school today to start her senior year of college. Before we dropped her off at the airport, though, she asked me a question that still haunts me: “Did you ever decide what your most beautiful body part is?” I know I have to give you some history to put this…

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reading by kindle-light

Lois Alter Mark12 years ago5 years ago291 mins

I love books. Not just reading, but actual books. You remember those? Made out of paper? With interesting covers that you weren’t supposed to judge the book by – but always did? With pages that you had to turn using – I’m sorry, children, I don’t mean to scare you – your fingers?

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i find myself here

Lois Alter Mark12 years ago5 years ago501 mins

I am re-posting this as part of a midlife BlogHop.  You know that feeling when you wake up in a new house and the rooms are arranged differently and you’re not quite sure which drawer your underwear is in now or where you stored your favorite mug? But you’re still waking up with the love…

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I’m starting to look like a snowman

Lois Alter Mark12 years ago5 years ago231 mins

I know. You’re laughing and thinking, “Oh, Lois, you do not. You’re so …” And, as you’re smiling affectionately, you take a closer look, and stop dead in the middle of your thought.

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About Amber Readmond "As a former flight attendant, travel fuels my passion for life. Whether enjoying luxury cruises and resorts or embracing more adventurous travel like camping or road-tripping, I’m happiest when exploring new places, soaking in nature, and creating meaningful connections along the way."... Read More

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Lois Alter Mark of Midlife At The Oasis

About Lois Alter Mark “At this point in my life, I know what makes me happy, and I’m going for it. Midlife at the Oasis is a community of women who feel the same way, and who have the power to make things happen — for themselves and others. As someone once said — and, really, I would credit them if I could remotely remember who it was — it’s the second act that has the happy ending.”… Read More

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