Real Women Speak

Welcome to Real Women Speak, where you’ll hear the voices of Oregon women who are struggling, soaring, muddling through and motivated to move forward. Inspired by Decide.Create.Share, this blog chronicles stories from lighthearted happenings to questions of fortitude. From life-altering changes to simple anecdotes, our shared narratives serve to inspire, guide, and connect us. Every woman has a voice. AARP Oregon seeks to amplify them.

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Someone Younger - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, JUL 2, 2015

By Elaine Friesen-Strang

How I Turned into a Pro-Aging Advocate in My 60s - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, JUN 25, 2015

By Gaea Yudron

Caregiving Across Borders- Real Women Speak Blog

By Joyce DeMonnin, MAY 1, 2015

By Elaine Friesen-Strang

Lessons from Dr. King - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, FEB 4, 2015

By Geneva Craig

The Energetic Eighties - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, JAN 12, 2015

By Gwen Curran

Sleepless in Portland - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, NOV 16, 2014

By Elaine Friesen-Strang

Seeking Support - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, NOV 1, 2014

By Heather Lee Leap

Keep Breathing - Real Women Speak

By Bandana Shrestha, OCT 17, 2014

By Gwen Curran

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