Midwestern women apologize, on average, 900 times per minute, dontcha know. We don’t actually mean, “I’m sorry” like we feel regret, we just say it instead of “excuse me,” “thank you,” “hello” or “sandwich.” It’s as natural as breathing for us. Ope, sorry about that. It’s as natural as breathing in the summer months. In …
Month: July 2018
Being a woman is to rage quietly. I am furious, but I have to express it delicately, cautiously, or not at all. I cannot hurt anyone’s feelings with my hurt, or draw too much attention to myself. I am the floor mat, the family dog. I do not get to complain, I’m just here for …