Birthday Blues

I recently had what is considered a milestone birthday. I would like to know why I can’t celebrate my birthday without people reminding me of how old I am getting and how my life is passing me by. Do you think I don’t know that? And is it any of your business anyway what my marital status, child status, career status, or any other status is? Why do people have this urge to tell others what to do all the time? Or is it just the people I know?

--Curly

‘Tisn’t the Season

It isn’t even Halloween yet and once again the Christmas decorations and gifts are already out in stores. Restaurants have been advertising Christmas and New Year’s dinners since late September! What is going on? Can’t we enjoy one season without constantly being reminded of the future?

--Curly

Poor Helpless Women!

I am so tired of people assuming that we women are helpless and unable to handle things. If I am alone, men frequently offer assistance with various things. Sometimes that means helping me with my suitcase, if I am travelling, or giving me directions, if I have stopped walking or driving, but this sort of attention comes in many forms. I don’t notice men helping other men, so it seems to me that they assume that women are more incapable. And I find that annoying.

--Curly

Long Time, No Rant

Long time, no rant. That doesn't mean I'm not peeved, however! I'm always peeved, but I've had a lot of things going on lately, including travel, a major move, and illness. I promise to rant and rave as usual again soon.

--Curly