How to Tell Friends You Don’t Drink
The fear of talking about getting sober with those who only knew me for decades as a drinker caused me to panic, which was one of the main reasons I drank.
Wine Fantasies Do Come True
Fantasy is the faculty or activity of imagining things, especially things that are impossible or improbable.
Are You Sober Curious in Midlife?
To be sober curious in the middle of life is not so much about being curious about sobriety, as it is to follow a curiosity into how you will feel alcohol-free.
How a $5 Walmart Journal Changed My Life
I've got a story to share with you today about my journey to sobriety. It all began in May 2013 when I started keeping a journal to track my experiences during perimenopause.
Becoming Your Best Self During Perimenopause with Rachel Hughes
I talk with Rachel Hughes, Midlife Wife, Mom, Perimenopause Blogger, Certified Nutrition Consultant, Positive Voice, and an all-around Spectacular Woman.
Yes, Alcohol Ages You Faster!
Do you think alcohol makes you age faster? I feel like my face is changing daily - I workout, eat well, take vitamins, and use expensive skincare - is it the alcohol?!
The Joy of Exercise in Midlife
The joy of exercise came later in life, and now that I have found it, I will never let it go. No, seriously, not even two days without moving my body in a row.
Navigating Marriage, Society, and Boredom in Sobriety
Navigating marriage, society, alcohol pushers, and boredom in sobriety takes a lot of grit and patience.
The Face of Addiction in Midlife
I remember when I was presented with the first remark about me being an alcoholic. It was from a family member as we stood in a bar day drinking, and I was shocked by the accusation.
