Hey any random person that might actually read my blog. Luminarium is doing it's yearly Kickstarter. This year it's especially important to me! Two of my dear friends (that are over-the-top supportive of what I do) wish to sustain Luminarium by making a generous donation to the company. Their challenge was to raise matching funds. Boom. Done. I didn't even have to beg or plead or whine that you help. Now that we have 14 entire days to go, I ask that you perhaps give the video a watch or share it on your own site or through social media. 2012 Presidential candidates (and local candidates too) can raise millions and millions just to advertise themselves, so let's raise some money for an organization that actual does some good in and for its community. Watch the video, I did some voice recording just for you. I will love you forever.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
the clothes may make the man, all a girl needs is a tan?
I was arguing (with love) with a friend of mine, who believes that if (SUPER condensed version) you consider yourself a feminist you need to prove it every day of your life; every thing you say, think, wear, do must reflect the struggle you and generations of women past endured for equal rights.
I absolutely consider myself a strong independent woman. I went to a women's college... I know the history, I know the battles, I know the current problems and inequities, I know what aspects of being a woman will perhaps always be a struggle.
Where I am going with this... There are days where I just want to wear pencil skirts or pretty dresses and red lipstick and high heels. I want to make like I am an extra on the set of Mad Men and perhaps twirl my hair a bit and dance through my day. Above-mentioned-friend, groaned in mock disgust (hopefully mock!) at this statement.
Does this make me a hypocrite? Does this discount my gender/make me any less of a power lady? I don't think so... I'm still successful, doing what I love, not taking crap from anyone etc. I think if you like what you are wearing and how you are presenting yourself you are bound to be infinitely more successful (or at least have a better day). My friend argued this was some sort of 'secretary mentality'. Perhaps it is, but I think the difference is that I can't stand complacency in life/career choices?
Anyways, sick of writing. I would be curious to hear other opinions on this.
I absolutely consider myself a strong independent woman. I went to a women's college... I know the history, I know the battles, I know the current problems and inequities, I know what aspects of being a woman will perhaps always be a struggle.
Where I am going with this... There are days where I just want to wear pencil skirts or pretty dresses and red lipstick and high heels. I want to make like I am an extra on the set of Mad Men and perhaps twirl my hair a bit and dance through my day. Above-mentioned-friend, groaned in mock disgust (hopefully mock!) at this statement.
Does this make me a hypocrite? Does this discount my gender/make me any less of a power lady? I don't think so... I'm still successful, doing what I love, not taking crap from anyone etc. I think if you like what you are wearing and how you are presenting yourself you are bound to be infinitely more successful (or at least have a better day). My friend argued this was some sort of 'secretary mentality'. Perhaps it is, but I think the difference is that I can't stand complacency in life/career choices?
Anyways, sick of writing. I would be curious to hear other opinions on this.
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