The middle school years can be some of the most difficult in a girl's life. There's so much going on inside -- and outside -- of their bodies. And, unfortunately, "mean girls" is not just a movie. After experiencing all of that herself, Haley Kilpatrick decided to take a stand … [Read more...] about Girl Talk with Haley Kilpatrick
Social Good
Urban Cowgirl: 5 Minutes to Gorgeous
I love products that actually deliver on their promise, so I'm happy to tell you that the 5 Minutes to Gorgeous kit from Urban Cowgirl not only lives up to its name but may even give you some extra time to admire yourself in the mirror. Tucked into a pretty-in-pink paisley bag … [Read more...] about Urban Cowgirl: 5 Minutes to Gorgeous
Have 10 Minutes? Clean the World!
Clean out those half-empty soaps, shampoos, conditioners and lotions you’ve dragged home from every hotel and donate them to Clean the World. This ingenious non-profit organization collects, sorts and sanitizes discarded toiletries, then delivers them to homeless shelters and … [Read more...] about Have 10 Minutes? Clean the World!
Chari-tea
The antioxidants in its teas aren’t the only part of The Tea Spot that’s fighting cancer. Through its Tea Spot Cares Fund,the woman-owned and operated company donates a portion of all proceeds to Cancer research and wellness programs. Its philanthropic mission – “Modern Brewing. … [Read more...] about Chari-tea
Share the Love
“Smile Pinki” won the 2008 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short, simply but powerfully bringing to life the devastation of the millions of children suffering from cleft palates and lips – and the amazingly easy way these kids are being helped. It takes only 45 minutes and … [Read more...] about Share the Love
Making charitable donations with credit cards
Americans have generously donated millions of dollars to help the victims of the Haiti earthquake yet a recent article in the Huffington Post revealed that some of that money would be going to the credit card companies who shockingly take a percentage for themselves. Thanks to … [Read more...] about Making charitable donations with credit cards
Shopping for a Cause – Part 3
It's tempting to call these Soulful Charms bracelets charming but their appeal goes so much deeper than that. Handmade by Laura Bucholtz to honor the amazing women in her life, these leather bracelets feature charms that each symbolize good luck, from the horseshoe to the Hamsa … [Read more...] about Shopping for a Cause – Part 3
Shopping for a Cause Part 2
Even if you don't need glasses, you'll want one of Raindrop Boutique's unique eyeglass holders which are so sharp-looking, they can be worn alone as stylish necklaces. Take a look at this Red Agate Circle Loop Eyeglass Holder - it's beautiful on its own but is also a far more … [Read more...] about Shopping for a Cause Part 2