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We All Have Our Own Eclipses
How beautiful was that total solar eclipse today? Our sun, which is normally so reliable was suddenly stained black by the mysterious moon. For a brief few moments, everything went dark and still. The sun had vanished and the sky had darkened. It was not like night; it was not like day. It was simply something different. The rules of nature turned upside down, yet perfect in every way. Necessary and perfect. Soon after, the sun returned with all its glorious and golden brightness and brought us back to reality. While these eclipse cycles have been occurring for millions of years, Mother nature, a true artist, once again left us…
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Why You Should Be Loving Your 40s & Beyond
A couple of generations ago when women reached a certain age (usually in her 40s) they took a back seat. Resigned to adult responsibilities and not being the center of attention, the beginning of middle age was the beginning of the end. With few role models and very little positive representation in the media, a woman over 40 was considered to be done, finito, end of story. I think of my life right now in my mid 40s and I am faaaaaaar from being done and cast aside. Nope, uh-uh! I’m definitely not ready to call it quits and hang up my high heels. I’ve worked too hard and too…