Ziplining has never been high on my bucket list of travel adventures. While I’m not overly scared of heights, I’m respectful of the distance between heaven and earth with a strong preference for staying grounded unless winging through the air from one exotic destination to another from the comfort of a Boeing jet. Think cushioned seats, seatbelts and […]
Fearless Women
And Still She Rises: Maya Angelou, 1928 – 2014
Photo courtesy of flickr, Janet Hennessey Today’s “Fearless Women Friday” honors the life and legacy of the extraordinary activist, poet and performer, Maya Angelou. I had the pleasure of attending Dr. Angelou’s lecture in Seattle several years ago. Long after her beautiful, bold words washed over us, the memory of her resonant voice – that voice! […]
International Women’s Day – May I Quote You on That?
To celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, I’ve compiled a few of my favorite inspirational and empowering quotes by notable women around the world: Adventure Photo courtesy of iFly Seattle “When a great adventure is offered, you don’t refuse it.” – Amelia Earhart, Aviator Assertiveness “I love to see a young girl go out […]
Women Stars of Food and Wine
How refreshing to find an event that focuses on Women Stars of Food and Wine – the best women chefs, winemakers and sommeliers in the Pacific Northwest. Yeah! When the event is billed as a fundraiser for Women’s Funding Alliance, investing in the future of women and girls, even better. “Male chefs have a long […]