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Gyms for Women

Let’s face it. We women have a problem with a lot of the gyms around. We want the kind of Women’s Gyms in Houston that reflects our commitment to getting, and staying, in shape. We’re tired of those fitness centers that seem more like a place to meet singles than to work on your fitness [...]

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Chick Lit Writing Contest

Posted by Joan Reeves on Aug 7, 2010 in All Things Girly, Writing Biz

Let’s start today with news of a writing contest. Chick Lit Writers of the World, Chapter 204 announces their 2010 writing contest. This contest is open to unpublished and published writers. If you’re knew to the writing game, you may be surprised that a published author would enter manuscript competitions. There’s a good reason for [...]

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What Not To Wear

Tonight I welcome a Guest Blogger. This Posting by Jane Ledford is about one of my guilty pleasures: What Not To Wear. My daughter and I usually watch it together just to see the amazing ensembles Stacey and Clinton pull together for the makeover victim, uh, winner. Take it away, Jane! TLC has always been [...]

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The Baby-Sitters Club

Posted by Joan Reeves on Jun 18, 2010 in All Things Girly, Books, Movies, Music, TV, Pop Culture, Writing Biz

Oh, my goodness! They are re-issuing The Baby-Sitters Club series.  Kristy’s Great Idea (The Babysitters Club) by Ann M. Martin came out in April of this year. These books, some of my daughter’s generation favorites, were published from 1986 through 2000. In total, there were 213 titles for a grand total of 176 million copies. [...]

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Vision Value

Posted by Joan Reeves on Apr 12, 2010 in All Things Girly, Consumer Smarts, My Literary License

Want to know the secret to obtaining affordable and fashionable eyeglasses? The answer is at the end of the alphabet, as in, ZenniOptical. Yes, I brag about this vision value because I like to let everyone know that they don’t have to sacrifice style for economy. With Zenni, you can have both. How Can They [...]

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Romantic Movies: 10th Day of Christmas

Posted by Joan Reeves on Dec 11, 2009 in All Things Girly, Celebrations, Consumer Smarts, Pop Culture, This Writer's Life

Today’s gift suggestions are for movies that women like. Even better, though these are romantic movies, they’re so well written with tons of humor and so well acted that men will like them too. Price Range: Low. They’re all under $20.00, actually less than $15.00 in most cases. The links are to Amazon, but you [...]

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Writing Pens: 8th Day of Christmas

I’m adding a verse to the traditional 12 Days of Christmas song, and it goes like this: “On the 8th day of Christmas, my true love sent to me, 8 writing pens. . . .” Why? Because I love beautiful writing pens and think everyone should have a quality writing instrument. Actually, I buy a [...]

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Gifts With Attitude: 4th Day of Christmas

Posted by Joan Reeves on Dec 5, 2009 in All Things Girly, Celebrations, Pop Culture, This Writer's Life

If you’re a woman with attitude, like me, then you probably enjoy “battle of the sexes” humor. Here are a couple of items that I think are funny and sassy and they reek of attitude. They’re both from Sweet But Sassy. A word to the wise. Buy directly from the shop. It’s usually cheaper than [...]

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Turn That Frown Upside Down

Posted by Joan Reeves on Nov 20, 2009 in All Things Girly, Consumer Smarts, Health, Life Changes, My Literary License, Pop Culture

Do you watch those makeover shows on TV like the ones on TLC or when Oprah does a special? I guess most women do because we love a Cinderella story of turning an average women into a stunner. The one thing I notice is that the makeover specialists always “do” the teeth first. You know, [...]

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Engaging Concept

Posted by Joan Reeves on Nov 10, 2009 in All Things Girly, Consumer Smarts, My Literary License, Pop Culture

A diamond engagement ring is more than a big purchase; it’s an investment in a shared future. That’s why selecting the right ring is so important. With the “try it before you buy it” program offered by Eternity Diamonds, you improve your chances of making the best decision. Try Before Buy You may find this [...]

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