Chivalry is NOT Dead!

I can see him like it was yesterday. Sitting on the living room  floor, long legs outstretched, with his back against the sofa.  Continue reading

When Life Feels Empty

Woman adjusting stack of colorful suitcases on top of car. Image shot 2008. Exact date unknown.“When I move, it will all be different,” I heard my friend say. Seeking to leave her hurt behind in Pennsylvania, she packed her bags for sunny Florida. But I knew even sunny Florida couldn’t solve all her problems. Continue reading

#1 Lady Killer

From heart disease to breast cancer to depression, WebMD gives the inside information on why women are at high risk for these problems but may not know it. We are going to examine the #1 Lady Killer….

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Kryptonite with your Coffee?

2478217-mug-of-black-coffee-with-coffee-beansYou walk through the door and are greeted by the intermingling aromas of fresh baked pastries and rich savory coffee. This welcoming scent woos you to explore and accentuates the atmosphere. You order a giant cookie and a cup of coffee as you look around for a comfy seat.  Continue reading

Get your Plow

“When I grow up I wanna be just like her” the little girl says. “I’m going to be just like him when I grow up” says the little boy. “Man I wish I had his/her (pick one that YOU have said)Dress-Up11: Continue reading

Keep Your Judgment in 2016

no-new-year-resolutions-why-bother-isolated-white-background-55945683Happy New Year! May it be full of joy, peace, love and blessings for you and your family!

The question often asked at the end of the year is ‘what is your New Year resolution?’ Over the years I was ready with an answer (aren’t I always) because the New Year was a magical eraser that would blot out the missed goals and shortcomings that I had long left for dead in the outgoing year. Continue reading

Purple Purse for Domestic Violence Awareness

Financial-Abuse-The-Purple-Purse-Challenge (1)4 women will read this — and one of you will be a victim of Domestic Violence.

Suit up Gladiators! Grab your white cap and purple purse! Our favorite gladiator (for the Scandal watchers) is not only an acclaimed actress who is currently in the role as Olivia Pope, but Kerry Washington now adds handbag designer & Domestic Violence & financial abuse ambassador to her list of accomplishments. Why is the news of another star designing a handbag worthy of My Tattered Brim’s attention? It is newsworthy to us gladiator survivors of domestic violence because of why she did it.  Partnering with with Allstate Foundation, Kerry now shares her time, talent, voice and passion to bring domestic violence & financial abuse out of the shadows and help women break free. Continue reading

This Moving Company Helps Women Leave Abusive Homes At No Cost

When you talk to a person trapped in a domestic violence situation, and they want to get out, one of the things that they areappaluse concerned about is how to move. There are expenses with moving and the same goes for getting out of abusive homes….deposits, movers, logistics, utilities to name a few. Sometimes there are time restraints so thoughts of what can I grab and go come into play and all of it can be overwhelming.

Take a moment and see what others are doing to alleviate this pressure. Tip your brim to the people in the article This Moving Company Helps Women Leave Abusive Homes At No Cost and join me in a round of applause:

This article is amazing and it was worth sharing! Brings a smile to my face to see that there are others out there who want to help address the issues of Domestic Violence as I look out from Under my Tattered Brim.  ba207db8f332e0333d73cac9283545d6

BABY GOT CLASS!

Under Her Brim wishes all students an amazing school year. We salute and thank our unsung heroes who are dedicated to educating or babies…. our Teachers for all that you do. Parents get your dance on and celebrate from Under your Brim….#babygotclass

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Held Hostage by a Waterbug

tumblr_m7s0vurhB31qaqk32Yes….you heard me. I was held hostage by what looked like the most gigantic bug in the whole wide world. It was horrible and no one was there to rescue me! All I wanted was a quick snack out of the kitchen. The house was quiet and I was feeling pretty good about my accomplishments of the day. Shoot after a day like I had, I deserve a little treat besides, it would be a the perfect compliment to this episode of NCIS as I wind down. Continue reading