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I AM Unfiltered


Embracing the Empty Nest, Creating What’s Next
Our youngest son Jake came to Florida recently, and it felt different. With our Maryland house sold, this rental is now his “home base”...
Alison Friedman
Sep 22 min read


Book Review: “The Girlfriend’s Guide to Menopause”
If you were pregnant in the late ‘90s or early 2000s, chances are you remember The Girlfriend’s Guide to Pregnancy . It was relatable,...
Alison Friedman
Aug 122 min read


Ignited: Finding My Way Back to Purpose
It’s been a little longer between newsletters than I would’ve liked… and I think that’s the ripple effect of all the life changes I’ve...
Alison Friedman
Jul 302 min read


Grieving Lizzie
It’s been 2 weeks since we said goodbye to our sweet Lizzie.Sixteen and a half years of love, barking, cuddles, chaos, and personality…...
Alison Friedman
Jun 272 min read


The Allure and Reality of With Love, Meghan
On my recent flight home from Europe, I watched Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan . The show features Meghan, Duchess...
Alison Friedman
Jun 43 min read


My Sandwich Generation Life: Navigating Spontaneity and Planning
There’s something about shopping with your adult son that hits different, especially when it’s not about you footing the bill. I recently...
Alison Friedman
May 162 min read


Navigating Emotions and Mindset Shifts During an Estate Sale Journey
I created this section to share what’s really going on. No filters, no pretending things are perfect. Right now, I’m deep in the moving...
Alison Friedman
Apr 282 min read


Embracing Change: Tearing Down the Walls of a 23-Year-Old Home
This week, I’ve been sitting in the middle of boxes, memories, and big feelings. After 23 years in the same home, I’m officially selling...
Alison Friedman
Apr 142 min read
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