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I’m a One Man Woman

And by “man” I mean “bag.” Purse. Handbag. Pocketbook. I’ve never really been a handbag person. I mean,

April 20, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping

Springtime Plus Size Try-on Haul

So, spring shopping has begun. Well, spring trying-on and buying-and-returning has begun. I only need (want) a couple

March 29, 2018
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Shopping

It’s (ALMOST) Spring!

I know we could still have snow and freezing temperatures in March…but it’s more likely we’ll have some

March 16, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping Week in Review

Week in Review: Week 107

I love the charming older homes in my area. I was sick for two days and didn’t get

March 12, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping Style

The Best Laid Plans….

…ha ha, I feel like I’ve written at least 3 posts with this title! I could also call

March 7, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping

Valentine’s Day Shopping

As I was reminded in the RED VELVET HEART BOX aisle at CVS the other day, Valentine’s Day

January 18, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping

Resolutions + Plus Size Try-on Haul Video

I’m still working on my resolutions for the new year. I’m not usually a hard-and-fast resolution sorta gal;

January 4, 2018
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Plus Size Shopping

What the Holidays Mean to Me

IT’S CHRISTMAS!!! Well, almost. I don’t care what holiday you celebrate or what religion you are, I think

December 19, 2017
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Plus Size Product Review Shopping

Trying Before Buying

I’m still mucking around with the wireless shutter remote. I think that thing hates me almost as much

December 14, 2017
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Shopping

Using Base Layers to Build Your Wardrobe

This week’s video is all about using a couple simple base layers to build your wardrobe. I did

December 7, 2017
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