I wonder at how others seem to fit into the world. They connect, like pieces in a puzzle. I am that piece that looks like it might fit until you realize the edges aren’t quite right. Sometimes I can be Read More
Month: February 2018
Dear Little Sister: An Open Letter to My Own Sister (and All the Young Girls Like Her)
Dear Little Sister, I still remember how full of life you were when you were little. I remember the seemingly endless rounds of hide-and-go-seek we’d play and all the kingdoms we’d explore in the lawn together, washing our faces with Read More
The Case for Over The Counter Birth Control
According to the CDC, birth control, or contraception, is one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. With it, came improved health and well-being, reduced global maternal mortality, and the health benefits of pregnancy spacing for Read More
5 Issues Women Still Face in 2018
In 2017, women made their voice heard. They confronted their abusers, made history and broke records. However, as always, there is still more work to be done. Here are 5 issues that women still face in 2018 and ways you Read More
Live Your Dream Awards Stories: Blossem Hayes
I moved to Oregon in October of 2016 with a dream of raising my children free from violence and community stalking. The last attempt that was made on my life raised a lot of red flags in my mind, and Read More
10 Ways Women Spoke Up in 2017
Coming off the heels of the presidential election, women entered the new year ready for action. For many, 2017 was the year for making their voice heard. To remind us of the power of our voices, here are just 10 Read More
Dare to Dream
Ever since I was a child I’ve loved making art. When I was younger, no one ever told me that art and design was something I could actually pursue as a serious profession. Now looking back on my college career, Read More
Every Feminist Hashtag You Need to Know, from #MeToo to #TimesUp
Hashtags have tremendous power. As tags, they’re an effective way to sift through the chaos of social media and find related posts. But they also can take on a life of their own, becoming slogans that galvanize social movements and Read More
Introducing the Live Your Dream Collection by ThirdLove
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, ThirdLove and LiveYourDream.org will join forces to raise funds for our signature Live Your Dream Awards program with a special Valentine’s Day Live Your Dream collection. From February 2 through February 8, ThirdLove will donate Read More