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XOXO, random ramblings and letters to the reader.
15 Fun Annoying Facts About Aunt Flo
Alright, so we all have that one visitor who comes and terrorizes us each month. No one likes her but that never deters her. Sometimes she’s early, sometimes she’s late, but one thing is certain: she always shows up one way or another (unless something’s baking). As a courtesy, she usually announces her intended visit shortly before she arrives, but that is of little consolatio
Diary of a Make-Up Addict
11 Fun Facts About Corsets
Women have always gone to great lengths to conform to what is socially celebrated as beautiful (I have a different theory on this but I’ll leave that for another day). Corsets are a perfect example.
Dear Insecure Dreamer...
Each time I listen to a success story being told, there seems to be a subtle element of competition in almost every one of these stories.
9 Fun Facts About Your Armpits
Ladies, have you ever wondered why one armpit seems to have more hair than the other one a couple of days after you shave?
16 Fun Facts about Fragrances and Your Sense of Smell
Ever wondered why your mood suddenly shifted when you caught a whiff of something? Maybe someone just walked past you and now you’re irritable and suddenly remember an unpleasant memory? Well, that’s because fragrances and emotions are closely linked, and a particular scent can trigger a flood of memories and emotions. Find out more fun facts below!
Dear Younger Me...
Hi. I wonder if you’ll recognize me. I’m you, in about 20 years. I think you’ll be proud of who I’ve turned out to be. At least, I hope you will. The thing is, for the first time, your opinion is the only one that really matters.
Dear Dreamer...
You have probably envisioned your “happily ever after” based on your dream. You have a clear picture of where you are headed, but the question is what is the next step? How will you get there? Without a plan or strategy, your dream will always be just a dream.
20 Fun Facts About Stockings and Pantyhose
Did you know that women once stood in line for hours just to get their hands on a pair of stockings in the 1940s? And when the supply ran out, the women became angry and a full-fledged riot almost ensued!!
10 Fun Facts About Lipstick
Did you know that red lipstick is a symbol of female emancipation?In 1912, Elizabeth Arden handed out red lipstick to women’s suffragette leaders and other women marching in New York for the right to vote. The women wore bright red lipstick as a sign of solidarity, and it became part of their standard rally uniform.
14 Fun Facts About Chocolate
We love serving you inspiration during the week, but on Fridays, we like to switch things up a little. Today We're talking about good ole chocolate.
10 Fun Facts About Bras and Heels
Here at The Weight She Carries, we define “weight” as anything that constitutes a struggle that we have to live with and fight to overcome. Well, we think bras and high heels fall into that category. Yes, we really do.