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An Update to the Updated Submission Guidelines for Middle-Pause
An Update to the Updated Submission Guidelines for Middle-Pause
We want women to write for us!
Debbie Walker
Apr 29, 2023
Exciting News! Middle-Pause Is Part of the Boost Program!
Exciting News! Middle-Pause Is Part of the Boost Program!
That makes me, Debbie Walker, a Booster for you.
Debbie Walker
May 1, 2023
How I Approach Editing Your Story on Middle-Pause
How I Approach Editing Your Story on Middle-Pause
With as much gentle encouragement as I can.
Marilyn Flower
Nov 19, 2020
My Journey from Writer to Editor and Podcaster
My Journey from Writer to Editor and Podcaster
The publication that gave me my purpose back.
Debbie Walker
Nov 2, 2020
Celebrating Diverse Midlife Narratives in Your Writing
Celebrating Diverse Midlife Narratives in Your Writing
Share your unique experiences, wisdom, and perspective.
Cindy Heath
Jan 6
Self-Editing Tip #10: Handy Self-Editing Check List and Reference Guide
Self-Editing Tip #10: Handy Self-Editing Check List and Reference Guide
Use this before you submit to Middle-Pause. Please.
Marilyn Flower
Jun 22, 2023
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Over the Hill or in My Prime?
Over the Hill or in My Prime?
Discovering the quirks and perks of mid-life.
Sandra Plourde
May 15
I Reversed My Auto Immune Disorder
I Reversed My Auto Immune Disorder
It’s Simple…And It’s Not
Daphne Peña
May 15
In Search of the Answers on Menopause
In Search of the Answers on Menopause
The options are getting better
Joan Naidorf
May 15
Introducing Myself to the New Me
Introducing Myself to the New Me
Addressing the many physical changes that go with menopause
Wendy Slates
May 15
Freezing off My Meno-Belly With Cryotherapy
Freezing off My Meno-Belly With Cryotherapy
I’ve tried everything else
Cappelli, MFA, JD, PhD
May 15
Finding Joy In My Container Garden Despite the Tomato Trouble Blues
Finding Joy In My Container Garden Despite the Tomato Trouble Blues
Remember, a tub filled with dirt and plants is too heavy if you’re over sixty!
Debbie Walker
May 14
Are You My Sibling?
Are You My Sibling?
I have siblings all around the world! Are you related to me?
Sherry Briscoe
May 14
Finding a Place to Worship is Becoming Increasingly Difficult…
Finding a Place to Worship is Becoming Increasingly Difficult…
Regardless of denomination
Lisa A. McCombs
May 12
Editing Across Continents
Editing Across Continents
Right here, on your friendly Medium publication, Middle Pause
Tooth Truth Roopa Vikesh
May 12
Warning My Kids About Menopause
Warning My Kids About Menopause
An Open Letter to My Children
The AuDHDacity
May 12
Being Nice is Overrated
Being Nice is Overrated
I’m not required to play small to make others feel big
Lori Stratton
May 12
Something’s Wrong With Me Like Never Before
Something’s Wrong With Me Like Never Before
Gentlemen, “it would be as if your testicles shriveled and died at 51,” so listen up.
Aleksandra M. Killy
May 12
Pets and Livestock — What’s the Difference?
Pets and Livestock — What’s the Difference?
Naming backyard chickens and shooting dogs
Sharon Johnson
May 12
Seeing the Forest Through the Trees of Life from a Mother’s Eyes
Seeing the Forest Through the Trees of Life from a Mother’s Eyes
You are enough!
jules - Miz Mindful
May 11
Beyond Filters: Embracing Imperfections and Celebrating True Self
Beyond Filters: Embracing Imperfections and Celebrating True Self
I took my first step to go against beauty stereotypes. You can too.
Blue
May 10
A Day of Mourning and Celebration
A Day of Mourning and Celebration
Happy Mother’s Day
Cappelli, MFA, JD, PhD
May 10
Exploring the Unwritten Chapters of Mother-Daughter Friendship
Exploring the Unwritten Chapters of Mother-Daughter Friendship
Oh, The Fun We’d Have, If Mom Were Here Today
Deb Palmer
May 10
I Don’t Wear Makeup for Myself
I Don’t Wear Makeup for Myself
It’s a damn shame that I believed that lie.
Jenny Wren
May 10
Typing After 50: How to Keep Your Hands Pain-Free
Typing After 50: How to Keep Your Hands Pain-Free
Make sure you can keep writing for years to come!
Colleen M. Story
May 9
My Mother Wished I Was Dead
My Mother Wished I Was Dead
But I gave her a Happy Mother’s Day card, anyway.
Debbie Walker
May 9
Mommy’s Legs Are Weeping, and I’m the One Crying
Mommy’s Legs Are Weeping, and I’m the One Crying
She’s in good spirits, thank God
Marilyn Flower
May 9
Embracing My Future With A Bovine Enhanced Shoulder
Embracing My Future With A Bovine Enhanced Shoulder
Hoping rotator cuff surgery ends my struggle with chronic pain.
Emaline Ashe
May 9
Mothering Ourselves
Mothering Ourselves
What does that look like anyway?
Sheri Jacobs
May 8
A Separation with Stuff
A Separation with Stuff
Time to decide what to keep, what to get rid of
Thoughts a Thinking
May 8
Pulling into Port
Pulling into Port
The next step in the cancer journey
Thoughts a Thinking
May 8
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