At age 12, Dana Vollmer was the youngest swimmer competing at the 2000 U.S. Olympic Trials. Four years later, she won gold at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games in the 800 free relay, but her greatest success came in the pool at the London 2012 Olympic Games. There, she won gold medals in the 800 meter freestyle relay, the 400 meter medley relay and the 100 meter butterfly. She set … [Read more...] about Wise Words from Olympian Gold Medalist Dana Vollmer
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GoldieBlox: A New Approach To Engineering For Girls
A friend of mine emailed me a video about a female engineer, Debbie Sterling, who was raising money for her new company. Frustrated that the engineering industry was so male-dominated, she created a construction toy for little girls with the purpose of exposing them to the world of engineering. The video was so heartwarming and inspiring; I immediately wanted the toy for my … [Read more...] about GoldieBlox: A New Approach To Engineering For Girls
Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed: Maple Bacon Monkey Bread
Mom deserves an extra special breakfast Mother’s Day morning; hopefully… in bed. (Champagne optional). Astound her with this Maple Bacon Monkey Bread. Her toes may twinkle, her hair spiral, and giggles burst forth. She will know she is loved, appreciated, and admired. Cheers to you Sunday and every day! Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar 11 pieces cooked bacon, … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed: Maple Bacon Monkey Bread
Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Products That Give Back
It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we love all the companies who donate money to the cause and help bring awareness. A few of our favorites are below: Weatherman Pink Collapsible Umbrella This collapsible umbrella is incredibly sturdy and will endure even the harshest weather conditions (and comes in a lovely shade of pink). On top of that it has an ingenious app … [Read more...] about Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Products That Give Back
Mother’s Day Gift Guide – 21 Gifts She’ll Love
Mother’s Day is a week away and odds are, you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift to put a smile on her face! No need to look any further… here are 21 fabulous gifts, both thoughtful and stylish, to show her the sweetest love and appreciation: Illuminating Body Milk by Volition Designed to work like a highlighter for the body, mom will love the full body … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Gift Guide – 21 Gifts She’ll Love