Lifestyle
For the lives that we love, and everything that comes with it.
Why Do Men Feel the Need to Belittle Women's Rights?
A friend of mine recently posted on Facebook regarding women's rights and how society needs to change its outlook. We can no longer live in a society that rewards male aggression and dominance and silences women. We can no longer teach our daughters, "boys will be boys" or "he hit you cause he likes you". We cannot live in a time where a reported sexual predator controls the largest economy and military in the world. Somehow we all know of a girl or woman who has been a victim of verbal, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse from a man, yet most of us can't -- or don't -- name an abuser. She wrote a well-reasoned post about men treating women with respect, and both women and men changing their attitudes towards abuse. That's when I saw it.
By Bea Santos8 years ago in Viva
Hollywood Sexual Assault: Focusing On The Predators Instead Of The Prey
Since the news broke of Harvey Weinstein's atrocities against women, the door has been opened for his victims to share their personal stories of trauma that came at the hands of a man who was supposed to be helping them and their careers. The sexual harassment allegations go back decades, and most likely, more women will come forward before Weinstein is no longer front page news. Though he was terminated from the company he co-founded and kicked from both the Academy and the PGA, it's a small consolation for those who have spent years trying to heal from the damage he inflicted.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Viva
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 3)
A lot of people don't believe it when others say that getting a pet changes your life completely. I won't make the claim that it is as life-altering as having a child, but pets have a way of stealing a great deal of your time and your love. When I got Roxy, my schedule changed greatly. And I have to say it was a life improvement.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
To Lose a Parent
To lose a parent, at any age, is no easy thing. There is no good time to lose someone you love, someone who raised you, cared for you, and gave you life. But we have no control over these things and, unfortunately, for many people losing a parent while they are still in their formative years is a reality.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Families
My Story of Silence
For a very long time, I've been afraid to put my face to my story. I tell others from behind the screen what terror I went through, but to reveal myself and make it public... It was unthinkable, not until other very brave and strong women spoke up. Their battle cries are still heard ringing in my ears, and I can't help but to think where I'd be without the love and support of those around me.
By Angel Peugh8 years ago in Viva
Herbal Flea Remedies
We all hate fleas. Even people who don't have four-legged, furry children hate fleas. So we all strive to keep them out of our homes, yards, and off of our precious pets. But usually flea preventive is expensive. And chemicals. And awful. It makes us feel bad, it makes our pets feel bad, it stinks, and what a huge money dump!
By Hope Martin8 years ago in Petlife
