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Midlife Madness
A blog for women of a certain age
who are dealing with all the madness of midlife.
All My Stories
Racquel Foran, Publisher
Dec 3, 20227 min read
Celebration Sorrow
A story of abandonment and sorrow on what should be a day of celebration.
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Oct 3, 20226 min read
Pedegos to the Rescue!
Fanny and Duke Save the Vacation! When my husband and I initially converted our bikes to ebikes, we were simply looking to get back...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Jul 25, 20226 min read
Learning to Live with a Broken Heart
I remember my first loves. The boys I fell hard for that broke my heart with their rejection, indifference, or immaturity. I remember the...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Jul 19, 202212 min read
Mourning My Mother
How strange it was to write the title of this blog, “Mourning My Mother,” because my mother has not died. As far as I know she is healthy...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
May 11, 20223 min read
Back, with lots on my mind
Simple and silly just might save the day The Midlife Madness blog has been quiet for a few months, but that does not mean the madness has...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Mar 9, 20221 min read
The seesaw of life
"Do not deny yourself joy, but also do not hide from heartbreak." I never cease to be amazed by life’s dichotomies. By how we can feel...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Jan 13, 202215 min read
Traveling in COVID Times
Expect the unexpected! Let me preface this blog by saying I consider myself very privileged and lucky to be able to travel. The purpose...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Dec 16, 20215 min read
A Journey of Inches Not Pounds
I decided to brand my journey the “Reverse Aging Project.” ... I wanted to be healthier and look better at 55 than I did at 50.
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Dec 1, 20217 min read
Managing Mental Health Through the Holidays
For the first time in my life, I will not be celebrating the holiday season.
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Nov 23, 20216 min read
Rethinking Drinking
Alcohol is more dangerous than we know. Is it time to rethink your drinking?
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Nov 18, 20215 min read
A Fitbit Fan is Born
Anyone 50+ should wear a smartwatch; it could save your life! Last Christmas my husband gave me a Fitbit for Christmas. I asked for one...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
May 22, 202110 min read
Shame, Suspicion, & Mental Health
It's Okay to Admit You Are Not Fine This is a much-needed follow-up to last week’s blog, Depression, Suicidal Thoughts, & Support. Needed...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
May 14, 202114 min read
Depression, Suicidal Thoughts, & Support
Life vests aren't always easy to find when you are drowning. As I suspected it would be, Mother’s Day was hard on me. I started to slip...
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
May 4, 20216 min read
Mother of a Day!
"Hallmark" holidays are for the privileged and lucky.
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Racquel Foran, Publisher
Apr 24, 202114 min read
Confessions of a Shitty Mom
The truth hurts, but so too do false accusations! Writing this post was another emotional slug fest. It took me more than three weeks and...
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