I love a good challenge, and I was so psyched about Colleen Wainwright's 50-day mission to raise $50,000 for WriteGirl -- one of my favorite organizations -- by her 50th birthday. Well, her birthday is September 13 and she's already raised the money and will be shaving her … [Read more...] about for her 50th birthday, colleen wainwright’s raising $50,000 for writegirl — and shaving her head!
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The Leakey Collection and the Amazing Maasai Women of Kenya
When we first discovered the Leakey Collection, it was love at first sight. Founded by Philip and Katy Leakey (yes, that Leakey), the company offers a line of stunning natural jewelry and accessories handcrafted by the Maasai women of Kenya. Over 1400 women earn much-needed … [Read more...] about The Leakey Collection and the Amazing Maasai Women of Kenya
Rebuilding Lives, One Handbag at a Time by Louise van Broekhuizen
In Indonesian, "laga" means beautiful, and Laga handbags -- which you can find on the arms of many celebrities -- are absolutely worthy of their name. We remember seeing these bags on Oprah, and "ooh"-ing and "ah"-ing not just over the gorgeous designs lovingly embroidered by the … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Lives, One Handbag at a Time by Louise van Broekhuizen
paws up for the ultimate day “o” service in chicago! by julie lemerond
This past Saturday, many of Oprah's Ultimate Viewers decided to pay it forward with an Ultimate Day O Service as a tribute to Ms. Winfrey herself. Here, care of Julie Lemerond, is what went on in Chicago: Last year, 302 of Oprah’s Ultimate Viewers were invited on the trip of a … [Read more...] about paws up for the ultimate day “o” service in chicago! by julie lemerond
our atlanta ultimate day “o” service by keisha kuma
This past Saturday, many of Oprah's Ultimate Viewers decided to pay it forward with an Ultimate Day O Service as a tribute to Ms. Winfrey herself. Here, care of Keisha Kuma, is what went on in Atlanta: “We’re going to Australia!!!” Oprah told us in her own inimitable way. As the … [Read more...] about our atlanta ultimate day “o” service by keisha kuma
my exclusive earth day interview with lush “green officer” shama alexander
I'm a huge fan of LUSH -- not just for their amazing beauty products but for their unwavering commitment to being "green." So, with Earth Day on the calendar this week, we couldn't think of a better source of easy tips and suggestions than LUSH Green Officer Shama Alexander. … [Read more...] about my exclusive earth day interview with lush “green officer” shama alexander
shop for japan!
Here are some easy ways to help the people of Japan, who are still reeling from last month’s earthquake/tsunami: This For Japan t-shirt from Pencey Standard gets the message across simply and eloquently. The New York-based fashion brand, known for its superior quality and fit, … [Read more...] about shop for japan!
My Month Mentoring in the Afghan Women's Writing Project by Reader Donna Brown Agins
We have the best readers in the world. We recently told you about teacher Carol Reedy Rogero who brought our Formerly Flip Flops project to her sixth grade class to teach them about compassion along with recycling and geography. Now, read about Donna Brown Agins, who volunteered … [Read more...] about My Month Mentoring in the Afghan Women's Writing Project by Reader Donna Brown Agins