Making friends at a certain age
Years ago, when my son was leaving for college and was nervous about meeting new friends, a friend of mine gave me the most wonderful piece of advice to share …
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Love Forty: Skirts and Sisters on the Tennis Courts
I wasn’t an athlete growing up. I never really had the chance to become good at sports. First, there was my size. I was a tiny wisp of a girl, …
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Five Girlfriends that Are Key to a Full Life
Throughout the years, I have been blessed with some amazing female friends. I appreciate the diverse range of friendships that I have, as they have all played a part in …
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The Five Girlfriends Every Woman Should Have in Her Life
Throughout the years, I have been blessed with some amazing female friends. I appreciate the diverse range of friendships that I have, as they have all played a part in …
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I Wish We Were All In This Together, But We’re Not
We’re all in this together.” We’ve been hearing this since the pandemic took hold of us. No, I’m not here to complain about the celebrities who say it from the …
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Running Into My 7th Grade Bully
When I was in seventh grade—or “grade seven” as we called it in Canada—there was a popular girl who used to pick on me. I still don’t know what it …
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Ways to Stay Virtually Social While Isolated
During this unprecedented time of social isolation, we all need a little help from our friends– just not in person. The extra time families have at home together may be …
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Wine and Book Club Pairings
There are millions of delicious wines in this world, and just as many fabulous books to read. If you are like me and a member of a book club, it …
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How Community Service Can Help Widen Your Friend Circle
Volunteering has been my saving grace during major transitions in my life. When I moved to a new state and didn’t know anyone but my husband, I volunteered at a …
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