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"Gender equity is not a fad," said Amber Snow, Lead Talent Development Specialist at Amway. What began in 1908 as a march of 15,000 women through the streets of New York City demanding shorter hours, better pay and voting rights has transformed into International...
It's obvious when a woman feels good about herself: She shows it. She carries herself with more confidence. She smiles. She is open to the world around her. She exudes warmth and friendliness. All simply because she's happy about her appearance. Attractive, confident...
I recently had a breakfast meeting at Nonna's in downtown Ada. As most of you know, downtown Ada has had quite a bit of change. When I walked in to the restaurant, my breakfast companion wasn't there, which seemed odd. I then remembered I was in the Pantry—and the new...
Winter in Michigan is breathtakingly beautiful, and the parks and trails that we love to visit in the warmer months are transformed into new venues that allow us to explore the outdoors in myriad ways. All too often, however, once the holidays have past and the...
On January 21, 2017, millions of people came together for the Women's March on Washington and its sister marches across the United States and around the globe. Not only has the Women's March claimed fame as the largest protest in U.S. history, but it also garnered...
Winter is here ... and binge-watching television shows is a great way to escape the snow, ice and biting wind. It's easy to spend an entire weekend curled up on the couch enjoying a good story. And you know what? It feels great. Until Monday morning. When settling...
What began as an excuse to actually make the time for quality time is turning into a blog series. There's no catchy name for this blog. (Yet.) In fact, we haven't fully outlined what it should become. But we know that if we commit to writing this blog, we'll go out...
Many of us in the community choose to dedicate time to supporting local nonprofit organizations. Serving on a nonprofit board is a meaningful way to share your time and talents. But now what? Volunteering on a board is a commitment. You're the community trustee and...
Sometimes, the best things come in small packages. If you're looking for stocking stuffers that will impress, excite and surprise, consider these 13 ideas for everyone in your family. 1. AGG CODDLERwww.aggcoddler.com A minimalist porcelain cup with a lid in which...
In 2012, Bic launched a new product called Bic for Her: Pens. For women. "Designed to fit a woman's hand." Available in pink and purple. "I know what you're thinking," Ellen DeGeneres said in a commentary on the product. "It's about damn time. Where have our pens...