Author Angela Verges finds humor in every situation

Verges tackles the serious issues of menopause and beyond with a light heart in her collection of stories and essays "Menopause Ain't No Joke." 

She turned her blog posts into a book in three months with stories ranging from aboard an airplane to a dentist's office.

Verges lives by the motto "A laugh a day, keeps stress at bay" and keeps a hoola hoop in her office.

"I wish I had written more essays," she said.

Once, she found mouse poop in her car while reaching for a treat.

"There was no shingle on my hood that said, 'Welcome, we'll leave the light on for you."