Women need to see this article.

[sstormwatch]

Handbags a health hazard, women warnedThis is why I carry a very small purse. My mom used to carry one that had everything in it, and it was very heavy, and she was so very small. Not for me, I have enough aches to deal with

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[uberdude]

My Mom coined the phrase "Culture of the Emaciated" when we were discussing the outlandish and unhealthy standards of 'Beauty' in America as represented by the media. It's a real sickness.

[sstormwatch]

That's a good phrase to remember, sad to say.

[margorose]

So, if you feel you'd look better with a larger purse, go ahead and carry one, and don't put a lot in it.

[sstormwatch]

Ah, but I know me... over time I would stick everything I could into a purse if I had one larger than my needs. Staying with something small prevents me from doing just that.

[sstormwatch]

Hehe... just picturing the medieval bags I've got patterns for, and wondering how well those would work for "modern" bags.

And yeah, flats or a small heal work for me. Anything higher, and my back complains, not to mention my legs.