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Barbara Shallue

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wife, mother, writer, photographer, personal historian, blogger, wanna be drummer, dancing geek, empty-nester... (story still being written) You can also find me at http://barbarashallue.typepad.com and http://barbarashalluephotography.blogspot.com
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my VN interview

How did you get to where you are now?
How did I get to where I am now? Pure luck. I'm not rich monetarily, but I'm rich with love, family, friendship and health. I'm not successful in standard terms, but in personal terms, I feel I've accomplished a lot. I'm not finished yet... Sometimes I feel like Alice in Wonderland, stepping into one surprise adventure after another, and I can't wait to see what comes next.
How do you see yourself differently now than you did 10 years ago?
Ten years ago, my life was a whirlwind of teens, preteens, volunteering for everything and in my spare time, helping my husband build our home. The time has finally come when I can dust off my dreams and see what I can do with them.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
A few years ago I said that by my 50th birthday, I wanted to have achieved my college diploma (I'm a regretful drop-out), finished and published the book I'm currently writing, and learned to play the drums. On my 50th birthday, I extended the deadline 5 years. That's all I want to focus on for now.

a postcard to my younger self

Don't drop out! You're tougher than you think! (Also, start eating healthier now!)

my role models

My mom and dad, sister and grandmothers. Okay, and I have to admit, Nancy Drew.

my posts

Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Posted in Barbara Shallue, hair care on November 21, 2011
The illusion of thickness. That's what it's all about when you're dealt thin, and thinner-by-the-minute, hair.read more »

my comments

Response to: Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Comment posted on March 2, 2012 at 6:22 pm:
"I hadn't paid attention to my lashes until I saw that commercial myself! Argh! There's too much to worry about! Right now mascara is sufficient for mine, but at least there are false lashes if the day comes when mascara won't do. I don't think I'd tr..." (read comment)

Response to: Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Comment posted on January 20, 2012 at 9:29 am:
"Laurie, when my doctor suggested using the men's formula, I had the same concerns, but she assured me it was safe. Just in case, I read through the paperwork. It's actually the same formula as the women's, just a little stronger. There are warnings a..." (read comment)

Response to: Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Comment posted on January 17, 2012 at 8:13 am:
"I would love to see what one of those little caps looked like! I agree with you - I wish there were more hairstylists who knew what to do with thin hair. And I wish more doctors knew what to do!  Thanks for sharing your experience with Rogaine. I e..." (read comment)

Response to: Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Comment posted on January 6, 2012 at 8:29 am:
"Thanks! I'm going to look it up right now!..." (read comment)

Response to: Midlife Hair (or, rather, the lack thereof)

Comment posted on January 4, 2012 at 6:26 pm:
"Thank you for the suggestion! I'll check into it!..." (read comment)