Today is International Women’s Day, an event the world has been celebrating for more than 100 years. Personally, I hope it’s the last one. Do we celebrate International Men’s Day? It apparently does exist but no one makes a big deal out of it because it seems pretty redundant. … [Read more...] about let’s make today the last international women’s day
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The Fox News Grinch vs The Lorax
Over the past few weeks, Republican talk show host Rush Limbaugh has publicly called Georgetown University law student Sandra Fluke a “slut” and a “prostitute” for supporting insurance coverage for contraceptives, Indiana Republican Rep. Bob Morris has claimed that Girl Scouts is … [Read more...] about The Fox News Grinch vs The Lorax
Whatever Happened to …
So much has been happening in the news lately, I thought I should revisit some of our recent articles to see what’s changed since I first posted them. Our 2012 Academy Awards Predictions! And the winners were … Best Picture: The Artist Best Actor: Jean … [Read more...] about Whatever Happened to …
The Red Carpet Goes Green Thanks to Colin Firth’s Wife, Livia
We love Colin Firth for his amazing performances in movies like The King’s Speech and A Single Man but we love him even more for being smart enough to marry the Queen of Green. His creative and compassionate wife, Livia, has been changing the look of the Red Carpet for the past … [Read more...] about The Red Carpet Goes Green Thanks to Colin Firth’s Wife, Livia
Get Out Your Reading Lists — Here Are 9 New Must-Read Books
With all the craziness going on in the world, sometimes you just need to escape from reality. Here are some of my favorite new books, all of which will take you to new places and give you lots to think about. So head to Barnes and Noble or fire up the Kindle and find a cozy spot … [Read more...] about Get Out Your Reading Lists — Here Are 9 New Must-Read Books
an open letter to republican women
Dear Republican Women, I have always believed we are women first, Democrats or Republicans second. I believe strongly in the power of sisterhood, and have taken pride and solace in the fact that women look out for each other and support each other. Suddenly, though, it seems … [Read more...] about an open letter to republican women
It’s Time to Re-Think Pink
I know it should no longer come as a surprise when a politician cheats on a spouse, a corporation lies or a celebrity makes a racist/sexist/homophobic remark -- but every once in a while a kind of betrayal occurs that catches you so off-guard, it hits you to the core of your … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Re-Think Pink
Talking About Disaster Preparedness with Steve and Aaron, Part 2: What You Need to Have on Hand, plus a 10% Discount
Yesterday, Steve Miller and Aaron Garner of Afterac shared their experiences of living through the 7.1 San Francisco earthquake in 1989, and made it pretty clear why every one of us needs to have a disaster preparedness plan. They're back today, telling us exactly how to make … [Read more...] about Talking About Disaster Preparedness with Steve and Aaron, Part 2: What You Need to Have on Hand, plus a 10% Discount