The Vultures and the Wasps (Contest Closed)

by Fiddledeedee on July 26, 2012

I’ve reached that stage of life when I really wish I had my mother to explain the Birds and the Bees to me. Only in my advanced age, it would be The Vultures and the Wasps.

I have a vague recollection of my mother stumbling through menopause. But it was at the same time I was traversing the joys of teenage angst while teetering on platform shoes and at the same time wearing pants with an 18″ circumference around the hem. Good times.

If my sweet mother were here, she would no doubt secretly enjoy the fact that her only daughter is facing mid-life flanked with 3 children under the age of 13 — two of whom are girls. She would also be enjoying the weekly phone call that I make to my dad, apologizing for everything I put them through during puberty and beyond.

My husband is now the happy witness to my ever-changing mood and temperature fluctuations. He especially enjoys my nightly ritual of kicking off ALL of the covers clear into the kitchen while asking, “Is it hot in here, or am I in hell?” The woman he married years ago would wander through the house in a parka, especially when the male of the household had control of the thermostat in the summer months. Thick socks and flannel pajamas were the wardrobe of choice at night.

Now everyone is all: PUT SOME CLOTHES ON WOMAN! I no longer argue about the thermostat setting…even if I did know how to work the stupid thing…which I do not. Nobody tells you your hair follicles are going to revolt in midlife either, that you will develop bends and waves that defy gravity.

Don’t even get me started about the stubborn gray hairs, which I’ve earned, to be sure. The only thing that has saved me is a choice group of women friends who don’t mind sharing their experiences of both pre and post menopause. One girlfriend gave me something constructive to ward off the hot flashes.

This delightful invention hangs around your neck and blows UPWARDS. However, I find that I have to hide it from the rest of the family, as it is popular during the Africa-hot summer months here in Florida.

I was delighted to see that Poise also has a line of products dedicated to addressing my peri-menopausal needs, such as a Roll-On Cooling Gel that will help to PUT OUT THE HOT FLASH FIRE by applying a cooling gel onto the wrists, neck, and chest and will last for up to 10 minutes.They have also created a line of Body Cooling Towelettes for the same purpose.

Poise is continuing to help the cause by rallying 1 million women to pledge to have The 2nd Talk by World Menopause Day on October 18th of this year. By joining the conversation, women will attain more menopause knowledge, support, and solutions. Join the conversation at The2ndTalk.com. What a comfort it is to know that I’m not alone.

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{ 159 comments }

1 male fashion tips July 26, 2012 at 5:53 am: Very nice article. I certainly love this website. Stick with it!
2 beth July 26, 2012 at 6:34 am: I feel most confident when: I take the time to have morning devotions (a needed reminder who I am in Christ!), it has been a good day with the kids (no “blood on the floor” kind of day), my hair actually does what I want it to, and there are no zits needing their own zip code (I erroneously thought one was suppose to outgrow those after puberty!??). Needless to say, those days are few and far between. But hey, one or two out of four isn’t bad! =)
3 Missy July 26, 2012 at 7:45 am: Welp, I can confidently state that my family is in a HEAP of trouble when I actually hit menopause, because gesturing this pre-menopause stage I walk around his few close as possible. Alas, it will end in about 10 years I’m sure. Thank you for giving us all of the tools we need to keep cool. I am so going to buy that fan, today!
4 Missy July 26, 2012 at 7:47 am: Um can you tell I did voice to talk above there? Lord I hope so. Because during not gesturing. And, as few clothes as possible… Eek!
5 Glenda Luebbert July 26, 2012 at 9:43 am: I feel most confident when I am among family and friends that love me. It helps when my hair is obeying and i don’t feel terribly overweight. Doesn’t happen that often but I am good with the first.
6 Jana July 26, 2012 at 9:53 am: I’m like Beth and feel most confident when I’ve done my daily devotions with the Lord. During the summer I can ususally get those done in the morning, but during the school year, it’s usually when I get home. I also feel confident when I’ve been exercising regularly (grrr!). I HATE exercise with a passion, but I feel better both physically and mentally when I do. So annoying!
And I know this is shallow, but another way I feel confident is when I have on a really cute outfit with really cute and sassy shoes!
Blessings!
7 Mami2jcn July 26, 2012 at 10:12 am: I feel most confident when I’m having a good hair day and I’m dressed in clothing that fits me well.
8 Brooke July 26, 2012 at 10:21 am: A confident day…..when I’m doing something I enjoy and I know I’m good at AND I’ve just gotten a fresh haircut and color!

I too have a running list of questions in my head that fit into the “Things I never Knew I Should Have Asked My Mom!”
9 Susan July 26, 2012 at 11:26 am: So if I’m doing the math right (and there is NO guarantee of that!) … just about the time you’re able to stop purchasing “feminine products” for yourself, you’ll be starting to buy them for your daughters. So you won’t even reap the financial benefits of menopause. Darn the bad luck!

I was blessed with a wonderful hysterectomy 5 years ago … with a little blue estrogen pill added to the package. So my own onset of “true” menopause will be self-inflicted when I stop the medication. Haven’t had to courage yet to mess with what’s working …

I too feel most confident when I have spent time with the Lord and am filled with his presence, along with the assurance that HE is my confidence and security.

But on the carnel side I have to agree that a good hair day and a cute outfit doesn’t hurt!
10 cynthia p July 26, 2012 at 11:32 am: on a good hair day and in new clothes!
11 JennyJoT July 26, 2012 at 1:17 pm: When my thin, fine “baby” hair is not stuck to my head like onion-skin and I’m wearing bright happy colors.
12 Rosa July 26, 2012 at 1:36 pm: I am more confident since I am exercising and feeling that my clothing fits better.
13 Lori July 26, 2012 at 2:43 pm: I feel most confident when I’m put together. You know, hair did, makeup, and dressed decent.
14 Mami2jcn July 26, 2012 at 2:46 pm: tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/228561854581047296
15 Jessica To July 26, 2012 at 5:15 pm: I feel the most confident when I am well rested and wearing something that I think flatters my figure.
16 Holly July 26, 2012 at 6:31 pm: The most confident? When I’ve had a day or two to clean (not just tidy) my entire house and the paperwork piles everywhere are gone through and put in their proper place. Obviously, with six children age 10 and under, I’m not feeling very confident often…if ever.
17 Gretchen July 26, 2012 at 8:24 pm: I want one of those iFans!!! Where can I get one? I did one of these Poise/Menopause posts, and I TOTALLY knew you’d be doing one too! I was just thinking about you because Jimmy’s doing some work at the Hudson Theater, which is where we did John Hancock’s play! Miss you.
18 Kim July 26, 2012 at 9:17 pm: Can’t enter the contest since we live overseas, but had to share some thoughts about the hot flashes and other fun stuff we women get to enjoy at this stage of our life. (Personally, I think Eve has a lot more to answer for than ensuring that childbirth is more painful than it would have been if she’d just kept her hands off the fruit! At least with childbirth, it’s over with in a short amount of time. Menopause is the gift that just keeps giving…)
The hot flashes are uncomfortable and often embarrassing (when someone as lily white as me has one, it looks like I’m blushing…but who blushes for 45 minute stretches?) but far worse, IMHO, is the insomnia. Not just uncomfortable, when it goes for days on end, it can be downright debilitating. UGH. It will be interesting to see how that topic is discussed, and if anyone out there has suggestions for coping. Other than taking sleeping pills for years on end, because that’s not a good solution in my book.
Thanks for the link! I’m going to check out The 2nd Talk now.
19 Fuzzy July 26, 2012 at 9:31 pm: I feel the most confident when I am wearing my Spanx. My posture seems to be better and since I am still carrying lots of extra baby weight, I need that extra boost. The other times I feel my best is when I am with my husband and he puts his hand on back to guide me.
20 Tracy July 27, 2012 at 12:46 am: I feel most confident when I am teaching. I think we all feel more confident when we are using the gifts God has given us for His glory.
21 Kristie July 27, 2012 at 9:28 am: After I’ve exercised every morning at 5:00AM!! I know it’s crazy but after that everything else falls into place for the day!
22 Amy @ A Little Nosh July 27, 2012 at 11:22 am: I feel confident when I’m asked a question at work and I actually know the answer. And then I realize…I’m GOOD at what I do!
23 Renae July 27, 2012 at 11:25 am: I feel most confident when I feel loved.
24 Connie July 27, 2012 at 12:06 pm: I feel most confident when I have done my Bible reading for the day and when I am at church. Church is when I dress up and being with other believers and worshiping God refreshes me!
Thanks so much for the Poise info. I will be looking for it when I go shopping later today. The worst hot flashes are when my head is so hot I just want to shave it! I would regret it tho so I don’t go there
25 momma of 3 monkeys July 27, 2012 at 12:31 pm: When the house is clean, children are not bickering, I have showered, hair done and make up done and a cute new outfit on =) Ha Ha HA! THat hasn’t happened all at once, yet….. Still striving for it =)
26 Stephanie July 27, 2012 at 2:33 pm: i feel being confident just being my self!
27 Stephanie July 27, 2012 at 2:33 pm: tweet: https://twitter.com/akronugurl/status/228920848571068416 .
28 Amanda Sakovitz July 27, 2012 at 3:39 pm: I feel most confident after getting my hair cut and colored!
29 Amanda Sakovitz July 27, 2012 at 3:41 pm: https://twitter.com/aes529/status/228938021641277442
30 courtney b July 27, 2012 at 4:36 pm: i feel confident after church or after a long hike:)
31 courtney b July 27, 2012 at 4:41 pm: tweet

https://twitter.com/MeandBells/status/228951821455073281
32 Elena July 27, 2012 at 5:33 pm: I feel most confident after a good night sleep when I feel and look refreshed
33 Elena July 27, 2012 at 5:39 pm: https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/228966323730919425
34 amy pugmire July 27, 2012 at 8:46 pm: I am most confident when I feel good on the inside. (when emotionally things are going well)
35 amy pugmire July 27, 2012 at 8:47 pm: i tweeted
https://twitter.com/1amypugmire/status/229015092329594880
36 Ann Dunnewold July 27, 2012 at 10:40 pm: I feel most confident when, while teaching yoga, I have just completed 6 consecutive sun salutations and I still can talk and breathe normally!
37 LinhC July 28, 2012 at 3:40 am: when the kids are happy, getting along…makes me happy and confident that I’m doing right by them.
38 Magnet for Foolishness July 28, 2012 at 11:56 am: I feel my most confident when I receive encouragement and reassurance from my peers, mentees, and staff at work. There are some days when I do my very best to get the work done, train junior staff, and make a difference for U.S. taxpayers. After a long hard day of wondering if I was successful in any of those areas, a simple “Thank you. You are AWESOME!” from one of my mentees is ALL I need to keep me going.
39 Devyn July 28, 2012 at 11:58 am: I feel most confident when I am out with my friends for a girl’s night out… everyone dressed up and excited for the night ahead!
40 Ariana {And Here We Are...} July 28, 2012 at 1:20 pm: I feel most confident when I am teaching my daughter something that I remember someone showing or teaching me as a child. It feels wonderful to fill that role, to pass on something interesting, fun or useful to her. I feel very purposeful!
41 NJJ July 28, 2012 at 1:39 pm: I feel the most confident everytime I give each day my all I also feel confident when I stretch or do yoga especially before anticipated stressful situations like if I think I’m going to have a meeting or a tough day at work.
42 Tiffany Winner July 28, 2012 at 2:41 pm: when i have a good hair day i feel more confident, thismomwins@gmail.com
43 Tiffany Winner July 28, 2012 at 2:42 pm: tweet https://twitter.com/thismomwins/status/229284116787499009
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44 Bonny July 28, 2012 at 2:47 pm: I feel most confident, when I have completed a task with awesome results!
45 Bonny July 28, 2012 at 2:49 pm: Tweet:
https://twitter.com/bonmay/status/229287216256544769
46 steph July 28, 2012 at 3:59 pm: i feel most confident when i’ve exercised that day, eaten well, and like my outfit!
47 steph July 28, 2012 at 3:59 pm: https://twitter.com/DesMoinesDealin/status/229304873626259456
48 nicole July 28, 2012 at 6:42 pm: I feel most confident when I’m having a good hair day. It sounds odd, but when you live in the South and your hair is SoCal, there are some issues. So when my hair stays flat, is shiny and has a great color, then I feel more confident. I want to put on makeup and dress up. It’s a weird correlation, but it works for me! LOL
49 nicole July 28, 2012 at 6:46 pm: https://twitter.com/BTHM1/status/229347019431485441

tweeted
50 Natasha July 28, 2012 at 6:48 pm: I feel most confident when my teacher calls on me. When people say I did a good job! When I achieve something I never though possible.
51 Grace-Life is Beautiful July 28, 2012 at 9:35 pm: “I feel most confident when:
I’ve cooked a healthy recipe ( Quinoa,or lentils), exercised, Made a Difference in someone else’s life, I’m an R.N., completed something on my “to Do ” list which includes taking care of my mother’s house ( and everything that it encompasses) as well as my own, walking hand-in hand with my husband spending the day together on a day off.
52 Debbie B July 29, 2012 at 7:22 pm: i feel most confident when i am wearing nice clothes and have my hair and makeup fixed nicely
53 Debbie B July 29, 2012 at 8:06 pm: i tweeted here:

https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/229729395709980672
54 Kelly D July 29, 2012 at 9:00 pm: Wearing nice clothes, jewelry, makeup and having my hair done nicely makes me feel confident.
55 Kelly D July 29, 2012 at 9:02 pm: tweeted
https://twitter.com/Kellydinpa/status/229743596696379392
56 Judi July 29, 2012 at 10:42 pm: I feel most confident when I am having a good hair day and am able to complete my yoga asanas and stay in the present like my mindful meditation reminds me to do.
57 Allisha Gold July 30, 2012 at 1:10 am: I feel most confident after I’ve had my Bible Study or after prayer.
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58 Allisha Gold July 30, 2012 at 1:14 am: I tweeted your giveaway here https://twitter.com/omegaher/status/229807121577934848
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59 Alaine July 30, 2012 at 10:39 am: I feel most confident with heels & a sundress.
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60 Amy Tong July 31, 2012 at 1:50 am: I feel most confident when I do what I love, which is to cook for my family.

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61 Amy Tong July 31, 2012 at 1:51 am: tweeted about this giveaway: https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/230178707631927296

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62 injaynesworld July 31, 2012 at 5:38 pm: I feel most confidant when I’m on a horse and it’s doing what I ask it to do! What a great feeling to have that kind of influence over such a large animal.
63 injaynesworld July 31, 2012 at 5:40 pm: Tweeted.

https://twitter.com/Jayne_Martin/status/230417606866247681
64 Jessie C. August 1, 2012 at 3:15 am: I feel most confident when I feel fit, am dressed well and appropriate.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com.
65 Jessie C. August 1, 2012 at 3:15 am: https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/230562205635059712
66 cw August 2, 2012 at 12:54 pm: I feel most confident when I am not bloated, having a good hair day, had enough rest, and stay cool.
67 Judith B. August 2, 2012 at 2:44 pm: I can identify with your experience. What makes me feel most confident is having information about this time of life. Thank you Poise!
68 Judith B. August 2, 2012 at 2:46 pm: tweet
https://twitter.com/BBirdie2/status/231098532428394496
69 ashley August 2, 2012 at 3:10 pm: Having my makeup done!
70 Erika August 3, 2012 at 12:55 am: I feel the most confident after my husband compliments me on my outfit- he doesn’t usually say much, so when he does, it means a lot!

chambanachik@gmail.com
71 Erika August 3, 2012 at 1:01 am: Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/chambanachik/status/231253331593531393
72 Xmasdolly August 4, 2012 at 12:11 am: I feel the most confident when I’m with my old friends because they make me feel that way, and that I am loved and trusted. I don’t have to pretend something I’m not because they love me for me.
73 Xmasdolly August 4, 2012 at 12:17 am: I tweeted this give-away https://twitter.com/XmasDolly/status/231604453508280320
74 Debrah August 4, 2012 at 5:27 pm: I feel most confident when I have done Qigong and yoga, had a good nights sleep and eating healthy meals. I use red clover and nettles infusions daily for menopause–no more hot flashes-thus better sleep!
75 Heather August 4, 2012 at 8:32 pm: I feel most confident when I’m working out. Gets my day started off right!
76 kelli @livingingrace August 6, 2012 at 1:43 am: I feel most confident when I have colored my hair to look like my natural auburn blaze of glory. When I am oh, 6 months past due? Not so much.

Currently, the only thing that makes me confident in my ohsogreystage?

Enough ice cream to make it all better.
77 Krissy August 6, 2012 at 7:44 am: I feel most confident in the kitchen. It’s always a great things when my husband and kids compliment my cooking but it’s actually a proud moment when they brag to friends about it
78 Cindy in GA August 6, 2012 at 9:05 am: When I accomplish a lot. I’m very task-oriented!
79 ANGEL JACKLYN August 6, 2012 at 12:33 pm: When my swag’s all primped up & my makeup’s all well done!
80 ANGEL JACKLYN August 6, 2012 at 12:33 pm: 2nd entry tweet! https://twitter.com/kytah00/status/232513247390076929
81 sy August 6, 2012 at 1:11 pm: I’m confident when I’m sure I did a good job or when some compliments me. Thanks for the review and giveaway.
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82 sy August 6, 2012 at 1:12 pm: tweet: https://twitter.com/syytta/status/232524427458392064
songyueyu at gmail
83 Tina M August 6, 2012 at 5:01 pm: When I have my makeup on
84 Tina M August 6, 2012 at 5:05 pm: https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/232583149761228801
85 Katherine M August 6, 2012 at 8:29 pm: I feel most confident during the rare occasions when I am dressed up and out to dinner with my husband sans kids. Also, a glass of wine or two might boost my confidence a little bit too.
86 Leah August 6, 2012 at 11:03 pm: I am most confidant when I have a new suit or outfit with matching heels, my hair has a fresh new cut, and I am standing by my hubby. He always has a way of making me feel like I can take on the world.
87 caro August 6, 2012 at 11:15 pm: I feel most confident when I am prepared and planned for the day. Having all my ducks in a row makes me feel strong and secure
88 Karen August 7, 2012 at 3:58 pm: I feel most confident when I’m surrounded by friends who accept me for who I am.
89 Kerry August 7, 2012 at 5:37 pm: I cute new outfit always gives me confidence.
90 Kerry August 7, 2012 at 5:38 pm: tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/232953761277026304
91 BarbaraC August 8, 2012 at 1:36 am: I feel most confident when I am accomplishing something in my day
92 Pat August 10, 2012 at 10:20 am: I feel confident when I am doing things I know I rock at doing – and when I get compliments later its a major confidence boost!
93 Pat August 10, 2012 at 10:49 am: I forgot the hash-tag in my initial tweet – here is the right format https://twitter.com/patis2000/status/233937548219658240
94 atlantagalknows August 11, 2012 at 3:19 pm: I feel most confident when I’m wearing an outfit I know is flattering on me and have had time to straighten my hair and put on a little make-up. Only takes about 10 minutes, but the difference it makes in how I feel is worth 100 times as much!
95 Xmasdolly August 11, 2012 at 9:07 pm: https://twitter.com/XmasDolly/status/234455852147437568

I tweeted this give-away
96 Rebecca Shockley August 11, 2012 at 10:24 pm: I feel confident when I eat healthy and my clothes fit nice. I feel confident when my hair smells good and my face doesn’t have blemishes. All of these would be great all at once!
97 Rebecca Shockley August 11, 2012 at 10:26 pm: Tweet
https://twitter.com/mngirlinssp/status/234475845966766080
98 Natalie J Vandenberghe August 11, 2012 at 10:41 pm: I feel most confident when I am holding my grandson or comforting my children. I love being a Mom!
99 Natalie J Vandenberghe August 11, 2012 at 10:44 pm: Tweet! https://twitter.com/lexiquin/status/234480327303761920
100 Cindy August 11, 2012 at 11:26 pm: My hair is done and I am dressed nice.
101 Lori Vance August 12, 2012 at 10:43 am: I feel most confident when I wake up rested, and I don’t look like I ran a marathon. My mood is always better when rested!!
102 LAMusing August 12, 2012 at 6:11 pm: I’m most confident when I have a lovely new haircut
103 LAMusing August 12, 2012 at 6:15 pm: https://twitter.com/LAMusing/status/234775013541163008
104 Norma August 12, 2012 at 6:17 pm: A little make-up and a nice outfit makes me feel confident.
105 Cynthia P. August 12, 2012 at 8:43 pm: Tweeted –
https://twitter.com/Cynthia_Pewett/status/234811937114963968
106 Melinda August 14, 2012 at 12:14 pm: I feel most confident when I’m dressed up and feel sexy
107 Linda August 14, 2012 at 12:15 pm: When I’ve achieved a goal
108 Tian A. August 14, 2012 at 6:01 pm: I feel confident the most when I’m wearing scarf.
109 Tian A. August 14, 2012 at 6:02 pm: Tweet:
https://twitter.com/mrsayubi/status/235496581506420736
110 Becky August 15, 2012 at 1:23 pm: I feel most confident when I have accomplished a lot of tasks. Unfortunately, that isn’t often
111 Kellie Rose Wilson August 15, 2012 at 3:01 pm: I feel most confident in a new outfit
112 Kellie Rose Wilson August 15, 2012 at 3:03 pm: tweeted:

https://twitter.com/kelliechio/status/235813860140019712
113 Ellen b August 15, 2012 at 4:20 pm: when one of my sons give me a hug even though they are grown up
114 Ellen b August 15, 2012 at 4:24 pm: https://twitter.com/elliebunny24/status/235833862385717250
115 Nicole Larsen August 15, 2012 at 7:41 pm: I feel most confident after getting my waxing done and a pedicure!
116 Nicole Larsen August 15, 2012 at 7:42 pm: tweeted https://twitter.com/pittsy82/status/235883840609058816
117 Kathy August 16, 2012 at 12:16 pm: I feel most confident when there are no gray hairs showing, no adult acne, and my clothes hide the bulging area in my stomach.
118 jennifer horn August 16, 2012 at 2:51 pm: I feel most confident when I hear my husband say how proud he is to be seen with me. After 3 kids, I don’t always want to be seen myself, so for him to want to be there is always a boost.
119 jennifer horn August 16, 2012 at 2:52 pm: https://twitter.com/jen_r_horn/status/236173080727265280
120 rebecca blum August 17, 2012 at 1:23 pm: After working out, showering and putting on makeup.
121 Ashley Tucker August 18, 2012 at 8:28 pm: I feel most confident when I have good hair day
122 Ashley Tucker August 18, 2012 at 8:29 pm: tweeted
https://twitter.com/ajoy1332/status/236983103917273088
123 Kelly Massman August 19, 2012 at 6:06 am: I feel confident when I smile! Thanks for a chance to win and have a great day!
kmassmanATgmailDOTcom
124 TEN August 19, 2012 at 12:08 pm: I am most confident when I am surrounded by supportative family and friends.
125 anonymous August 19, 2012 at 4:38 pm: I feel most confident when I’ve just gotten my hair done. It feels good to get my roots touched up and my hair styled.
126 April V. August 19, 2012 at 8:26 pm: I feel most confident when I am clean, wearing comfortable clothes and have just brushed my teeth.
127 Michelle S. August 19, 2012 at 10:49 pm: I feel most confident when I have everything on my to-do list done with time to spare
128 Michelle S. August 19, 2012 at 10:59 pm: https://twitter.com/88MichelleS/status/237382957550145537 tweet
129 Betty C August 20, 2012 at 3:12 am: I feel most confident on those rare occasions when my hair actually behaves and I find an outfit that is flattering to the extra pounds I somehow have found.
130 Betty C August 20, 2012 at 3:16 am: Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/237447837250633729
131 Laura Jacobson August 20, 2012 at 7:48 pm: I feel most confident when I am dressed up!
132 Laura Jacobson August 20, 2012 at 7:49 pm: I tweeted
https://twitter.com/Ilovemybeagle2/status/237697825377497089
133 McKinney Mommas August 20, 2012 at 11:50 pm: I feel most confident when I’m wearing great shoes and have my hair freshly dyed. Too Superficial? I also feel most confident when I’ve done a task at work to my best ability and receive compliments from my boss.
134 Victoria R. August 21, 2012 at 11:11 am: I feel most confident when I’m with my family!

e-mail: gildedaged (at) gmail (dot) com
135 Victoria R. August 21, 2012 at 11:13 am: Tweeted!

https://twitter.com/gildedaged/status/237930158764462080
136 Mary B August 21, 2012 at 2:09 pm: It may sound weird. But, I feel most confident when my checkbook is balanced, house is fairly picked up and my calendar is up-to-date. Feel like I can tackle anything…
137 Carolsue August 23, 2012 at 2:56 am: When my husband compliments me on the way I look and when I don’t feel fat and bloated!
Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net
138 Carolsue August 23, 2012 at 3:24 am: I blogged about this
http://mscarolsue.blogspot.com/2012/01/blog-her-contests.html
Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net
139 Ellie W August 23, 2012 at 2:30 pm: I’m most confident when I’m out with my grandsons and everyone mistakes them for my children.
Thanks for the giveaway!
eswright18 at gmail dot com
140 Ellie W August 23, 2012 at 2:32 pm: tweet
https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/238705238654189568
141 ewhatley August 23, 2012 at 4:31 pm: I feel confident now because all the worse things in life are behind me, I survived all of them and getting older is really fun.
142 maria cantu August 23, 2012 at 4:36 pm: I feel confident when I have had a good nights sleep.
143 Debbie Fabre August 23, 2012 at 6:59 pm: I feel most confident when I first get dressed right after a shower.
144 Manda August 23, 2012 at 7:05 pm: I feel most confident when I’m with my toddler in public.
145 Debbie Fabre August 23, 2012 at 7:20 pm: A correction in the tweet about this giveaway.

https://twitter.com/RealWomanofPhil/status/238776358724055042
146 Karen Taylor August 23, 2012 at 8:11 pm: I feel most confident when I’m with my friends. I know they believe in me and they make me feel like I can conquer the world.
147 meredith August 23, 2012 at 8:26 pm: I feel most confident when I am prepared and well rested
148 meredith August 23, 2012 at 8:27 pm: tweeted! https://twitter.com/mermont84/status/238793117409615873
149 Karen Taylor August 23, 2012 at 8:29 pm: https://twitter.com/kateyes53/status/238792983829422080
150 Liz August 23, 2012 at 11:22 pm: I feel the most confident when I’m running. When the endorphins kick in and I open up my stride I feel young again. I don’t feel like a mother with two kids and fifty extra pounds of baby weight- I feel like an athlete. I feel strong and empowered and that I could handle anything. Running is my solace- my mini vacation that allows me to reset and move forward.
151 Jill L August 24, 2012 at 12:23 am: I feel most confident when I’m with my friends.
152 Jill L August 24, 2012 at 12:23 am: Tweeted http://twitter.com/chipdip2010/status/238853743079194624
153 Racha August 24, 2012 at 10:38 am: Hi, I feel most Confident every time I pray because it gives me the assurance that he is always there for me even during the tough times when I feel, lonely. Serving others as to much I am still serving myself.
154 angie lilly August 24, 2012 at 12:02 pm: I feel most confident after a good scrubbing! LOL A long soak in the bath and sugar scrub of my whole body top to toe always makes me feel and look great!
155 angie lilly August 24, 2012 at 12:03 pm: I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/239029662184001536
156 Dawn S. August 24, 2012 at 2:08 pm: I feel most confident when I take care of all of my personal needs, shaving, eyebrow waxing, gray hidden, etc. and I am wearing a nice pair of heels and a dress!
157 Dawn S. August 24, 2012 at 2:17 pm: tweet with the hashtag from the rules. https://twitter.com/amjdmom/status/239063426025005056
158 Sarah L August 24, 2012 at 6:09 pm: I feel most confident when I’m in the swimming pool teaching my Arthritis Class. (No more hot flashes, thank the Goddess.)
Thanks for the contest.
159 Sarah L August 24, 2012 at 6:11 pm: blogged: http://slehan.blogspot.com/2012/08/win-250-visa-from-poise-and-blogher-824.html