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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!
Woo-Hoo! We’re so excited for you!
Debbie Walker
May 1, 2023
Updated Boosted Stories of Middle-Pause
Updated Boosted Stories of Middle-Pause
Let’s take a look…
Debbie Walker
Aug 30, 2024
Middle-Pause Is Not Just about Menopause
Middle-Pause Is Not Just about Menopause
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Debbie Walker
May 23, 2024
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, 2024
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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“A Bad Child Brings Grief to The Mother”
“A Bad Child Brings Grief to The Mother”
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When There Is No Consensus: One Woman’s Journey Through Breast Cancer Treatment
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I Bought a Love Table in India
I Bought a Love Table in India
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To Feel It All
To Feel It All
Care More About How You Feel — Joy Will Follow
Monica (Mic) Curtis
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How Curiosity Makes You More Successful
How Curiosity Makes You More Successful
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Elspeth Raisbeck
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Saving My Sanity While Participating in a Little Harmless Trickery
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It’s Time to Fix a Relationship: Your Bones and Your Pelvic Floor.
Start now — it’s never too late.
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I’m 53 but Feel 17
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When Push Comes to Shove, Can You Count on Yourself for Love?
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My Great-Grandparents’ Love Story Renewed My Faith in Romance
Maybe my fascination with love is genetic
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Why Older Women Are My Lifesavers
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A prayer asked, a prayer answered.
Vanessa Brown
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A Glimpse into the Mind of a Teacher
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Becoming Who We Are
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Bathroom-Mirror Me vs. The Harsh Reality
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Abby Paradis
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Reflections From the In-Between Time
Reflections From the In-Between Time
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Debbie Walker
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Am I done yet?
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Blue
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