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Category Archives: Doris’s story
The importance of girl time
So far I have interviewed a few dozen women for this blog and while they have all had different experiences of loss or divorce, there is a common thread to their lists of advice for women. In short, they recommend … Continue reading
Posted in Divorcees, Doris's story, Girlfriends, Widows
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Thank you Universe, give me more
When someone wants to do something nice for you or give you something, do you ever find yourself arguing with them or politely turning them down? Do you ever say, “No, it’s OK, I’m fine. Thanks anyway.” If you have … Continue reading
Where does your money trail lead?
I recently shot a video for a company that asked for my Top 5 Tips for Women and I want to share some of that content with you today. I have many suggestions when it comes to helping women protect … Continue reading
Posted in Doris's story, Expectations, Income, Protection, Stay-at-home moms, Sudden death, Taking action, Widows, Work
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What do you say and do when someone dies?
On Wednesday, February 27th my friend Shawn Holmesdale died at the age of 39. His death was sudden and completely unexpected. Everyone who knew him is in shock, none more so than his wife, my good friend Ruthanne. Several people … Continue reading
Posted in Doris's story, Widows
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A replacement husband for Christmas
Pop quiz for women: 1. What are the names of the following screw drivers: Masters and Johnson Calvin and Hobbes Robertson and Phillips Rogers and Hammerstein
Posted in Doris's story, Repairs, Tools
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My story – Part II
“For the first time in my life I understood the meaning of the word never. And it’s really awful. You say the word a hundred times a day but you don’t really know what you’re saying until you’re faced with … Continue reading
Posted in Doris's story, Widows
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My story – Part I
My friend Bona dropped by for a visit recently and in the midst of our usual go-everywhere conversation she shared a few thoughts. – I’ve finally read all your blog posts. It’s good stuff and I’m thinking about all the … Continue reading
Posted in Doris's story, Widows
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