I’m Taking My Own Path, Thank You.

We all have those moments where we play the “What if” regret game. Whether it’s regretting what we did or didn’t do, at some point we wonder. I played that game recently. “What if I took college seriously and didn’t drop out years ago?” “What if I pursued this career?” “What if I dated this…

My TV Sheros!

I have a lot of wonderful sheros that have impacted me throughout my life: my Grammy Peg, my mom, Gloria Steinem, Connie Schultz, Hillary Clinton, Sheryl Crow…I could go on & on…But today I want to give props to my television mentors. The real women & the fictional characters that have shaped & influenced me…

We Chica’s Gotta Stick Together!

So, something that has been completely frustrating to me lately is the level of cattiness among women. I literally have not encountered, nor observed such ridiculousness since high school. Now, I’ve been fortunate. While every once in a while I have to deal with a complete bitch (which is 99% of the time for no…

1st Date Don’ts (Please Don’t)

Lord knows I’ve had a million first (and last) dates. After swapping horror stories with one of my dearest friends (thanks Suzy!), here are my top DON’TS for first dates: 10. Not opening doors. Don’t give me the whole “feminist movement” crap, it’s gentlemanly and much appreciated. 9. Dressing Sloppy. I spent how long looking…

I Forgot How To Breathe.

I know, you think that’s absurd. “Um, wouldn’t you be dead then?” is what you’re probably thinking. But seriously, how often do you really breathe? I mean, inhale slowly and deeply through the nose, followed by exhaling completely through the mouth. I forgot how to do it! Life has been so crazy, stressful, challenging, etc…that I…