Women's History Month
Do You Know HerStory? Artemisia Gentileschi
She was a beautiful Italian Baroque painter, born in Rome in 1593, who endured crushing patriarchal prejudice throughout her career, and even rape… one of the original #MeToo victims. During
Women Who Changed History: Ultimate Guide to Films & TV Series
20 Film & TV Series Spotlighting Women In History Bio-pics, miniseries and documentaries make historical women just a remote click away. Immerse yourself into some of our favorite stories about
Empowerment Unleashed: The Rise of Women’s History Month
Each year March brings the first day of Spring, St Patrick’s Day, Plant a Flower Day, Daylight Saving Time, and the celebration of Women’s History Month. Once a year we
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Do You Know HerStory? Mother Cabrini
As a little girl growing up in New York City, Brooklyn was my world. There were the occasional trips to visit family in New Jersey, Long Island or Connecticut, but
Do You Know HerStory? Bella Abzug
I was fortunate to grow up during a time when the world was changing dramatically for women – for the better! Although many were involved, one woman in particular, left
Do You Know HerStory? Dame Cicely Saunders
I’m grateful to Dame Cicely Saunders (and a network of like-minded women) for creating the modern-day hospice movement. Fortunately, and unfortunately, I have personal experience to draw from. Dying May
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The Door to My Apartment Cracked Open
The door to my Hell’s Kitchen studio apartment cracked open just a few months more than 35 years ago. And my life has never been the same. It was a
A Southern Italian Christmas
Spoiler alert ahead about the Feast of the Seven Fishes! (It doesn’t exist in Italy!) Yes, it’s true! Do southern Italians eat fish on Christmas Eve? Yes, and it’s called
Wise Womens’ Favorite Gifts in 2024 under $50
Can you believe it’s already the end of 2024? What a ride it’s been! This year, we got to launch Wisdom She Wrote — our passion project — and we
Holiday season is upon us! For some, this brings joy – but for others, dread!
Today, my holidays are very different from the holidays of my childhood. With no local family in the New York City area and being a dual-citizen, each year is different.
Thanksgivukkah: A Beautiful Memory
Thanksgivukkah is the name given to the holiday which is the convergence of Thanksgiving and the 1st day of Hanukkah; a once in a lifetime event, which took place on
Memories from My Childhood: An Italian-American Thanksgiving
The thing I always loved about my childhood Thanksgivings was the merging of my Italian culture with the traditional American meal. Of course, we had turkey and stuffing. but an
Comstock Act: The Zombie Law That Could Rear its Ugly Head After 150 Years
I went down a rabbit hole trying to understand this “Comstock Zombie Law” so I thought, why not share? It’s a little history, sprinkled with vocab and current events. Why
Motherhood is Not a Straight Line
I didn’t have nine months to think about the arrival of my son. I had seven weeks. The notice came in a late-night call to my 800 number from a
Thursday Nights with Daddy, Deutsch,and Dino
I was always a daddy’s girl. I had a close relationship with my father and was blessed to have known unconditional love. I have so many stories about him, but
My Dad Walked The Talk Until the Very End
Above: The author (left) with Paul and the author’s BFF and “adopted daughter” Fran Walk the talk, don’t talk the walk. That’s what I posted recently when Facebook asked me
How Sharing Your Story can Deepen Your Relationship with your Mom… just in Time for Mother’s Day
We’ve all heard about the power of storytelling. That stories reach people more effectively than general statements. So for Mother’s Day, I’m challenging you. Instead of just giving your mom
Gift Ideas for Every Type of Mom: Find the Perfect Present
Mother’s Day is a special time to show appreciation for the women who gave us so much love and guidance. If you’re looking for unique gift ideas for your mom
Denim Day: Standing Together in Solidarity
Denim Day sounds like a fun way to celebrate the fabric of our lives! But no, think again. The day Is a powerful symbol of protest against the misconceptions and
A Man Is Not a Plan: A Lesson From Mom
When I was growing up, my mother always stressed the importance of earning your own money; to never be beholden to anyone, especially a man. A man is not a
Breaking the Glass Screen: Iconic Movies Featuring Strong Professional Women
I don’t remember where or when I saw the phrase “You Need to See Her to Be Her”. Was it a public service announcement? An acceptance speech from some awards
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