by Chrysa SmithWow--it's been awhile since I whipped out Sly & the Family Stone. Come on---you know you've got an old-time summer favorite of your own. Can't you just hear that carefree summer of 1969?End of the spring and here she comes backhi, hi, hi, hi therethose summer days, those summer daysThat's when I had most of my fun back,high, high,high, high therethose summer days, those summer daysOK. Truth be told. I was [...]
A Middle Aged Woman Laughs at "Dog People"(Not Me, of Course!)I swore I’d never be one of “those” people.You know the ones; they obsess over their dogs, sparing no expense to ensure their “baby’s” comfort and health. They buy the expensive pet food at specialty stores. They celebrate the animal’s birthday, including presents and a puppy cake. They go far beyond the necessary doggie shots and annual check-ups, working themselves into a lather [...]
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by Carmen Ferreiro-EstebanThey say that Ernest Hemingway was asked by a fan to tell a story in as few words as possible. His answer was “For Sale: Baby shoes, never worn”.Following this lead, in 2006, Smith Magazine asked readers to write their memoirs in six words and send them to the magazine. Thousands of people answered the call, their answers providing enough material for four books, so far.The titles of the books are:Not [...]
by Chrysa SmithI recently turned 50. And within a week of this momentous occasion, I went to my favorite place---the beach.Alright, I admit, now that I've lived in Southeastern PA for 23 years, I'm also calling it 'the shore.'Call it whatever you like, but I'm being called more and more by an inner spirit to spend more and more time there, and discover more and more favorite places to bike, walk, get a [...]
by Chrysa SmithStop and think for a minute.What do you pay for in your life that was once free?What do you pay for that should be free?This is my latest blog and life gripe.I can tell all of my friends and acquaintances about the great content on this blog site.And I thank you all for subscribing. Because according to the latest SPAM laws, I cannot necessarily send the same email notices to someone [...]
And the winner is--Mary Beth Campbell!Mary Beth is the lucky Not Ready for Granny Panties subscriber randomly chosen to win our bonanza of beach reads! She will receive the fabulous collection of books and note cards at left, all housed in an adorable beach bag.Thank you to all of our subscribers and readers. Remember to pass on Not Ready for Granny Panties to all of the women in your life! Stay tuned for [...]
