It's a tribute to your strong marriage that Penn was able to write this skit, since he's so tuned in to what you're experiencing.

I.FEEL.SEEN!!!!! Perry is so real, and these are great examples. I don't even need to drink alcohol to be awake all night!

I know it's a little counter intuitive, but this is the only comedy I've seen about women aging and menopause and it's making me cry. Perry? Who the 🦆 knows. Thank you, well done! ❤

Thank you so much for doing this video. No one talks about perimenopause or menopause and it's very frustrating to try to figure out what's normal and what's not. I wish more people would address this in any way.

Thank you for putting a comical spin on what is a frustrating time in a female's life. I am so glad we are able to have discussions about it now and be honest with our experiences.

I have never cried as much in my whole life as I have since Perry decided to camp at my house. Also, if someone sees my brain somewhere, send her back. I miss her, a lot. Like when I try to do simple math, or when I forget a word, mid-sentence. Sigh

Yep!! Perry showed up here like maybe a year ago here. I'm 43, and I feel this!!😢❤

I will be 70 this year. I reached menopause at 53 (Best year) after suffering 15 years of peri-menopause. Absolute hell. All you ladies have my sympathy.

Menopause has been the worst health issue I've ever dealt with... and that includes an emergency appendectomy, five kidney stones, and one natural childbirth. I hope your journey isn't as tough.

Perry has been a lodger here for a while! Thanks Penn and Kim you always nail it. ❤

The hot flashes are the worst! Currently sweating my way through a polar vortex! Thanks Perry!! 🤦‍♀️

Penn is the best for writing this and Kim is the best for sharing this, it's not talked about enough. ❤

We are the same age and I completely relate, esp 100% on the gaslighting. I tried to talk about some concerns a couple years back and all my female gyn had to say was "well, welcome to your 40s!"...then on to next appointment. I feel like the tide is starting to turn on being open about this, and your video will certainly accelerate that process. Thank you!!

Perry moved in up about 6 years ago and I’m 46 I came to the conclusion early that it was just to buckle up this since I can’t evict Perry I just decided to embrace it and don’t hide it made it way easier to deal with I’m just so surprised women are not more open about it i even got asked from a lady of I was not feeling ashamed to deal with it so openly and when i said no because we will al deal with it at one point and if i don’t make it tabu it might help one female to also feel empowered to just own it ❤

I'm 62 and went into early onset menopause at 45. I was on HRT (super low dose) for many years, but went off of them last year. My perspiration issues and insomnia came back, and my GYN told me I was actually experiencing menopause for the SECOND TIME! So much fun. Did the herbal supplements but abandoned them as well. I still get overheated each day under the right circumstances, but it goes away quickly. I never got PMS as a young woman, so I didn't have the mood swings during Menopause Part Deux, either. I love not having my cycle, but the widening of my waist and general body shape change sucks. But my body's inability to regulate my temperature is the worst (and most embarrassing) part of my menopause journey. Keep the faith, Kim! You can get through it - with humorous help from your hubby, Penn!

I became the stay-puff marshmallow lady during Peri. Every morning I saw, thru the tears, my body getting thicker than the day before. My male gyno’s reaction…”just get used to it.” Thanks, Dr. Gaslight.

Can't even tell you how ridiculously accurate this is.

OMG!!! ARE YOU ME????? In the first seconds of the skit I was calling my husband to come see this. This is me. No night vision, same weight but nothing fits my body anymore, breaking out on my face, impending sense of doom, can't sleep after half a beer, everything!!! I also have horrible pains everywhere in my body when the weather changes quickly (which happens all the time where I live). My mom told me her and her two sisters started having those pains at perimenopause as well. Oh and when my mom started real menopause, she started having hot flushes every 20-30 minutes, nights and day! AND she still has them at 72 years old if she doesn't take hormones. Anyway, thank you so much for this video and all the comments it prompted. I feel less alone!

OH MY WORD! The anxiety thing...I very very rarely have I ever struggled with anxiety. Likely because so much has happened to me in my life already and the Lord has seen me through it all... having experienced His deliverance and seeing He is always on time, and trustworthy (1 Thess 5:24 says for He is faithful and absolutely trustworthy...it's so true...even in the pain... So... I connect worry with being 'a waste of time' when the Lord is going to either take me/us out of it or through it or home. Life is SIMPLE that way and that allows for living a 'quiet and peaceable life" the bible talks. BUT...since 'Perry' has shown up on my doorstep I have noticed I have a lump in my throat a lot (not a literal lump, the feeling in my throat that says I need to cry buckets even when I'm not sad...it'll just show up). I will get this all over feeling of dread or like 'is this what happens before a panic attack??, or this crazy worry panic over something that isn't even on the table or is months if not years away! And I'll get really irritated with myself because of this...

Imagine adding fibromyalgia (much of the same) since 35, perimenopause by 40, AND a pregnancy at 43. Life is never the same any 2 days! I so appreciate that you include the 'after the scene' portion to clarify. Reality may stink, but it is real and can be faced handled together with humor and love. And truly seen as, at least, not boring!

Honestly I had never heard of Peri Menopause before your skits and as a woman in my mid 40s, I started to totally see myself in them. So thank you for the education! Not alone!

Omg this is so refreshing to see woman being open and honest. Perry is my best friend right now and I have been to my Gyno 2 times this year thinking im crazy. I was told the same thing many woman are told.... welcome to your 40s and maybe you need an anti depressant. WTH... why are woman being prescribed anti depressants for hormonal changes???

I've been dealing with Perry for about 2-3 years now. She really loves helping me grow a beard and stay awake until the wee hours like in my 20s. The hot flashes only happen on one side of my face at a time. So out of nowhere I will look like someone slapped me hard for about 20 minutes. The overnight sweats for someone who has a low heat tolerance to begin with are their own special hell. I have found eliminating breads and potatoes have reduced it significantly. I miss garlic bread.

Ooh! Perry is the reincarnation of Rona! She was so funny (in that dark anxious way).

So funny. 😅😅 Can't wait for more Perry episodes. Loved the Rona series too. You and Penn make a great comedy team. 😂😂.

First let me say this is a fabulous skit on Perry! She brought on a few brutal years of gaining weight (never had a weight issue before) and battling my worse anxiety! Then this last year battling horrible hot flashes, night sweat and the lack of sleep, which I think is the worst!! I decided I was not going to put up with her drama! I completely changed my diet, cutting out sugar, processed foods, hit the gym and started taking over the counter supplements/vitamins. Grateful to say I haven’t seen her around in a while.

Thank you. I'm 41 & the emotional roller-coaster is real! It's like super/constant pms!

My life EXACTLY right now! Insomnia, crying every time I hear a Taylor Swift song, waking up sweating even in our cold bedroom with a ceiling fan, and my daughter leaves for college in 8 months! Ya, my annual doctor app in March is going be a doozy. Thanks for the timely video 😉

When Perry came to my house, the symptoms she brought masked that I had developed leukemia because the symptoms were the same. I literally thought I was just welcoming Perry to my house but she slipped in an uninvited horrible guest-make that two guests. Either way, she’s gone now and I’m living with my diagnosis very well. So I win!💕

You are my soul sister! Thank you for helping me try to explain to my husband that it’s not just me… it’s all of us! ❤

This is my life right now! I'm totally going to start saying to my husband it's Perry's fault because I sure don't have any control! 😂

Congratulations on writing and performing this entire skit, Kim and Penn. This was so relatable, despite me only being in my twenties, and not experiencing menopause for at least two more decades!

Seriously. God bless you guys for making this video.

Kim, really, thanks for sharing. We're all going through this and knowing it's not our unique problem makes it a lot easier to handle. Thank-you.

lol! The stay up all night with anxiety and the chef’s kiss made me laugh so hard. And you captured the “other personality camping out in your life” aspect really well!

Super relatable! My brain fog was terrible and is only just now decreasing. And i had to figure out that i was in perimenopause myself. Insert frustrated comment about medical care in the U.S. here. Thank you so much for shining a light on this.

100% My life!!!!! 46yo and Perry has been a "squatter" in our home for at least the last 5 years! I can't even get police to haul her out!!!! So relatable! Excellent work. On a side note, 18 months until college?!?!?!?!? Did you mean to say kindergarten??? Wow, they have grown! It isn't as bad as it sounds. We live on the east coast (near DC), and I dropped my first college kiddo in AZ almost 3 years ago now. Sending all kinds of love, hugs, and prayers for the big change to parenting an adult child in college as well as Perry! If you finally manage to evict her, please give us an update (including a detailed report/presentation) on how you did it!!!!! Hahaah

Perry came to my house when I was in my late 30s. I had no idea. I suffered for a while as my gyno kept throwing birth control pills at me. I felt like I was losing my mind. At 46, I had to have a total hysterectomy and while doing research on that, I discovered that I all of my symptoms were from perimenopause. I wish I would have known. Glad to have all of that behind me. I'm also glad that you know what it is and can get the treatment you need.

Me and Perry have been seeing each other for about ten years now with no end in sight. Thanks for the reminder that I'm not alone, and to approach it with humor! Another terrific video!

Yes on the doctors! Every time I mentioned it one doctor would basically tell me I was too young (..."the average age of menopause is 51..."). Another one, when I asked if we could talk about hot flashes, immediately listed off three different medications and I was like "um, I just wanted to talk about them" and she responded with something along the lines of "if they get bad enough that you want medication, let me know and I'll write you a script." The last health practitioner I saw 4 months before I could officially declare myself done (at which point I was like "I'm not even going to pretend you're going to help"), but when I contacted her a few months later after hitting the official menopause mark for post-menopause related issues, she put me on topical estrogen with oral progesterone for 12 days, but failed to mention that taking progesterone like I had a cycle would likely cause a cycle...and when I called back to inquire about this she said I probably wouldn't bleed much or I could just take it every day (but everyone I know taking it every day was taking half the dose she prescribe me, and I'm a tiny person). Spoiler alert: there was bleeding for a full seven days and I stopped doing all of it because the best part of menopause is not bleeding anymore and have sat here for another three months debating what to do. Seems like I need a new medical practitioner but I don't even know how to find someone who's going to listen.

Thank you for putting these kinds of videos out. We're the same age, and this is sooooo relatable!

OH GAWD!!!!!!!! It started at 38, I'm 53 1/3 (I will own that half) I got off the IUD last June and suddenly my skin is sagging and acne like I was 12 again and my hair is weird and my teeth are crumbling in my mouth, I'm just a wreck. I got my numbers back and I am full blown post menopausal but for heaven's sake! I was told by every woman I knew that a year and a day after my last period everything would be like Cinderella POOF and go back to normal! No more hot flashes and wild mood swings and food craving like I was pregnant and heart beating too fast at weird times and never sleeping right again and thinking about food and gaining ten pounds and losing my balance like a drunken sailor, and the brain fog and forgetting words I've spoken since I was 4 and HULK SMASH RAGE QUIT, and my s3x drive going into overdrive w/ a husband who no longer "drives"............ The only thing I don't have is periods, I still have everything else!

This series completely validates EVERY moment of my life now. And I thought it was just me going nuts in my "old age" (50). It's like having a funny therapist that tells you you're completely normal.

Great job! This feels like a Julie Nolke skit in the best of ways.

Girl, I had all the classic symptoms and invented a few new ones. The worst is losing control of your mouth. Bite back everything you say. You cannot trust your mouth to say a pleasant remark. FYI: my menopause lasted about 7 years and I still have the additional weight.

It is definitely a journey. I am glad you both have a sense of humor about it. You weren’t lying about doctors gaslighting too.

I love how you added that doctors gaslight you. So true

Doctor gaslighting you is so true. I had a GP, a similar age to me who told me, emphatically tell me that I was not experiencing peri-menopause symptoms because she hadn't. 🤦‍♂️

You guys always bring a smile to my face!

My younger son knew when to grab a bag of frozen peas and give them to me, 😂. This is a riot, thanks for doing this, brilliant.

So true!!! And why is their an OBGYN on every corner but not a single menopause doctor anywhere to be found?!

I absolutely love this! So relatable! I showed this to my husband and we’re going to use our “new friend Perry” as a buffer to communicate about the crazy symptoms that I’ve had for the past year so far. This is so awesome that my husband created a rogue, unsavoury character in Balders gate and named her Perry to help him cope with his experience of my symptoms. 😂 Love you guys, keep up the great content.

Thank you for actually talking about this! And in a fun and funny way!

I need this today. I just had a major rage meltdown at work . No joke

And when Perry shows up, you can say, "Oh there you are, Perry!"

Wonderfully funny-laughing is a great coping mechanism! What abt the section where Perry causes hot flashes and night sweats? Oh and brain fog…major Perry issue!

You don’t need to understand someone to support them. Even if their words don’t resonate, listen. Even if it’s a song you can’t dance to, let them vibe. We can all be a container for joy for one another, even when our joy looks different.

Where has this BEEN?! Love love love!❤❤❤

Perry has started to pop in for visits recently and i just realized what was happening a few months ago when I was wondering why my “pms” symptoms were happening not just when I was pms’ing. Then I remembered I’m getting old

Perry humbles me like no one has! I can't form intelligent sentences, I start crying at random moments, the hot flashes, depression and anxiety!! It started for me more than a decade ago and Perry hasn't left yet. 🤪

I started this lovely journey after turning 54. It's been almost 4 years and I still get the occasional hot flash/night sweats. My dr told me since I started menstruating young (9), I would meet Perry at an older age. My Mom met Perry when she was only 32, and had it until about 50/51. She started menstruating at 16. Go figure. Love your skits!

I LOVED this! MORE chronicles of PERRY!!!

“If there’s Perry in your house, PERRY’S a BI-“ **VIDEO CUTS OFF** Lol! ❤ nice!

This is perfect! More scripts of Peri please!

Really funny video!! I just learned that Kim and I are the same age, 47. My husband is a little older than Penn at 51. No perimenopause here because… I’m 29 weeks pregnant! 🤰🏼 No empty nesting for us. 😊Our sons are 18 and almost 20… and we just hit the reset.👶🏼Couldn’t be happier about our wonderful surprise. 🥰 Thank you for the many laughs!

Omg, I looked up the ages this starts, and I'm there. That explains alot! Our poor husbands!

Cleverly written and well played. You guys are so talented!

This video is so true! I hope there's more Perry videos! 😃

Hi from Germany, Perry ;-) Be nice to Kim, we still need her around here ... - Fan of the "Another Hallmark Movie AGAIN" series

Friends, after all the years, this is your best work - I was not LOL, as it's not ultimately a laughing matter, but shaking my head and rolling my eyes the entire time - you SO nailed this one. Major cheers to you for forging a bond that invigorates the acceptance and production of this level of art. All the best, and we hope for more.

Ugh thank you for this 😂😢 too funny all these crazy Perry times

Love this video. I laughed because it is so true. You and your husband made it so humorous to a very real issue. Thank you, and God bless .

I may be an exception-due to being 46 when my hubby was diagnosed and had emergancy surgery for a huge brain tumor .... stuff was fairly normal till then-reg ole pms. But so much happening so quick .... boom! Tank tops in Dec(35°f outside) ... hot flashes etc. Kids were 18 & 21-so, trying to keep calm and there for their emotions as well as mine and caregiving hubby through sudden immobility .... ya. Rough. I had this itchy rash everywhere for 9 months. Dr & I tried all kinds of meds but nerves are nerves. I hardly noticed or cared when I had my 50th bday-& meno. happened. I recall (Iam 53 now) thinking-um, its been 7 months, wow did my 'time-o-da-month' stop!!? Yup. Its more a mental catch up now. Hubby passed when I was 51 ... so Iam adjusting to the yrs 46-51 time that kind of was a blur of emo's in a much different way. Imma gramma now too-mental shift there, but a blessed one❤. Hang in there gals in the Perry club. You'll get through🙏💪🌸~

This is just what I needed..... makes me feel sane! So relatable! 🤪

Please! I need more! I think I am starting Perry too. It's the worst, Dr. Gaslighting 😢

My husband didn't understand the extent of my hot flashes until in a restaurant he put a piece of ice behind my neck, I barely noticed and it practically sizzled as it melted in seconds. He had a brand new understanding that day! But some advice, try some over the counter Estroven, it took me from 3 hot flashes an hour to none. Took a couple of months but it is all natural.

This is so good! Thank you! ❤❤❤

"The hormones of a teenager without the metabolism. Chef's kiss!" 😆

Yup! Perry lived with me for a long time!

Yep….got my OWN PERRY in my life!! GIRL I’M WITH YOU

Oh yeah, Perry moved in quite a few years ago and doesn't seem to be leaving anytime soon. You forgot that sometimes she throws in an extra cycle per month just for funsies.

I feel this; I've been dealing with Perry for over five years now. Thank you for this and good luck to y'all.

My husband and I have a mean thing we say when a lot of lights have been left turned on “Has your mum been round?” We’ve both said this for the last 20 years. The trouble is, he keeps saying it now when it’s only been me in the house!

I just turned 49 and this is all so relatable!! Thank you for posting this! It’s nice to know I’m not alone.

It’s been me and Perry for at least the last 4 years. Yay me!

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your skit! There is very little education out there. Fifteen years ago, I found nothing!

Oh my goodness. Penn wrote this??? So impressive. He is dead on with this one. I totally agree with what others are saying that the fact that Penn wrote this shows how in tune he is to you and the marriage. Awesome job. Perry shows up much quicker than you think. I'm only 42, and I didn't think I'd have to deal with any of this until I turn 50. And I don't have kids leaving for college for another 4 years.

Brilliant work, Penn and Kim! ^5 My peri was a horrible roller coaster ride. The first morning was like someone had put a slow motion spell on me. It took forever to get ready for work then get into the driver's seat. At that point, I just called in, knowing I wasn't gonna make it there on time, much less be fit for childcare and cleaning duties. The funniest part was when the central air kicked on every time I passed the thermostat in the classroom. I knew it was Perry, but nobody else ever figured it out. lol 💖

I'm 67, I was thrown into it because of a hysterectomy. Whatever you go through is NORMAL. Just remember to keep telling yourself that.There are some boundaries you need to remember regardless. Don't lock any family members in a closet, bedroom, or out of the house unless it's for their protection. Remember before you throw anything, you'll have to clean it up. Try not to give in to middle of the night eating. Stay hydrated. The funniest thing ever was my mother telling me she never went through it. Yeah, that's why we all moved out of the house...lol

Fabulous! Love it and thank you for making me laugh since Covid!

I'm 41 and no Perry yet, but I noticed I can't wear the same makeup I used to because it now looks cakey on my skin.

Oh Baby! Perry has been a member of my household for years. In my case, she is basically an impatient grump, who keeps the bulk of her negative thoughts in her head rather than spewing it on humanity and talks a lot about her kids and pets to anyone who stands still. Other than that, I'd like to think she's basically a harmless old bitty that is a lot of fun to laugh with as much as laugh at and can take a joke without being overly sensitive.

It is minus 50 where I live and I still sleep with the window open at night. HRT has helped tremendously but Perry makes an appearance everyday.

I've got 5-15 years until Perry shows up. Although with my mom's History its about 11 years away. But I love this because I can still relate based on how my mom was

I am 42 and have not experienced PERRY yet, so thank you for the heads up 😊😂😢😮

Thank you for talking about it!!

LOVE THIS!! and it's sooo true!

This is THEE BEST! 😂😂😂😂 Thank you for transparency.

Perry is in the house!!!! 🤪

Perry is GREAT!!! Would love to see Perry do a Perry Mason like episode, but with the Law & Order "Dun, Dun".❤❤❤❤ Yes, I can definitely relate.