Oy.

I just came upon this old ad for Dr. Worden's Female Pills. The description says, "For weak women. Complexion, beauty, nerve and blood maker." Hmmm... makes me wonder what's in these magic pills. I'm feeling week today and certainly, my complexion could use a little boost. My nerves are fine and I don't need to make more blood, but I wouldn't be above trying out Dr. Worden's remedy. This pregnancy has been good to me for the most part, but every week or so I have a good old fashioned "weak woman" moment when I look around for a fainting couch and a glass of spirits. Today is one of those days. A little tired, a little disoriented and sorely lacking in grace. I know that admitting to having these kinds of days only adds to the Victorian feminine stereotype so many of my fore-mothers were trying to battle, but what the hell. How are you feeling today?