Second Wind
For Women in the Second Half of Life
What You Won’t Find Here
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The latest fashions
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How to get a man
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Articles with ‘sex’ or ‘libido' in them (except here)
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Child-rearing tips (since the rules change for every generation)
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Fawning over stars, public figures, or pro athletes
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A swimsuit edition (I heard you snicker)
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Professional advice on law, medicine, or rocket science
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Writings, photos, or other creative works by anyone other than women in their second half of life (with some exceptions & note: 39 years is the average halfway point of a woman's life in the U.S.)
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Profanity (with the exception of an article about profanity)
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Profiles of overly-acknowledged women (current and historic)
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Kitten videos (okay, maybe the occasional photo)
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Unrealistically modified/filtered photos
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Obsessing over bodily functions and ailments
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Gossip
What You Will Find Here
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Topics relevant to women in their second half of life
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Humor
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Real life stories
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School of Life knowledge
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Expertise on a variety of topics
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Suggestions, how-tos, and workable solutions
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Inspiration and encouragement
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Expressions of faith, and respect for others’ beliefs
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Writings, creative works, or photos of or by women
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Challenges to keep learning, doing, and reaching farther
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Profiles of extraordinary, ordinary women and lesser known women behind well-known men (current and historic)
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Realistic photos
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Different perspectives on various topics, including hot-button issues
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Ways to stay active, engaged, and current on what matters
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Truth
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Beauty (especially in unexpected ways)
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Donna Van Cleve
May 2020
Archived under "General"
Yvonne, Darla & I hauling hygiene kits that went to the Texas border during the immigration crisis
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