NB: I wrote this post at the beginning of the week, and almost deleted it because I try to keep things positive here on Middle Aged Mama. There's enough negativity in the world without me adding to it! But I've decided to hit publish in the interests of "keeping it real". … [Read more...] about The “Meh” Edition
Health & Wellbeing
Have I Fallen Out of Love or Am I Depressed?
I have a theory that undiagnosed or untreated depression in one (or both) partners, is behind the breakup of many marriages. Let me explain. Although I'm not a marriage counsellor or therapist, I've drawn this conclusion based not only on my own experiences (living with … [Read more...] about Have I Fallen Out of Love or Am I Depressed?
Can Stink Bugs Bite or Sting?
Have you ever wondered if stink bugs bite or sting? No?! Well neither had I - until the hubster had a close encounter with a green stink bug earlier this year. He was doing some work outside around dusk, when something landed on the back of his neck. He brushed it away, … [Read more...] about Can Stink Bugs Bite or Sting?
Honey I Rolled My Ankle!
Working from home, I don't wear shoes - let alone high heels - all that often. So I guess it's not surprising that when I wore heels to a funeral about a year ago, I had a bit of a mishap. Walking back to the car, I missed my step and rolled my ankle - ouch! It brought … [Read more...] about Honey I Rolled My Ankle!
Fascinated by Fungi
On my morning walks lately, I've found myself fascinated by fungi. While this is possibly a sign that I need to get a life (all work and no play makes Janet a dull girl, which says a lot about my days of late), I have been amazed by the variety of unusual specimens that have … [Read more...] about Fascinated by Fungi