For centuries, the expectation has been for us to fall back, stay in our lane or sit pretty. The curse of inequality continues to loom in a variety of ways, hindering greater progress for women in society. We have been conditioned to play small, a frame of mind that has been ingrained in the fabric […]
My appreciation for wine began during my 20’s. However, it wasn’t until the 30’s when I took a genuine interest in learning about the many regions, varieties, and vineyards making the fermented grape juice. The world of wine is complex and extensive which takes time to understand. No two palates are the same, neither are […]
Native New Yorker, Lois Robbins is best known for roles in some of our favorite ABC daytime soaps. She has successfully played intriguing characters on All My Children, One Life to Live, Loving and Ryan’s Hope. The seasoned actress is no stranger to the big screen, acting alongside names like Penelope Ann Miller, Kathy Najimy, […]
We have seen her as a frequent guest on The Wendy Williams Show, Access Hollywood Live and the remake of Netflix’ s Gilmore Girls. Her face is recognized by millions, with a voice that is soothing and animated, as a storyteller’s should be. Nikki Boyer is the host and creator of the wildly popular podcast, […]
AW went live in May 2018. I have been lucky to communicate with readers all over the globe. Your messages about how these articles have encouraged you to fight for your goals, seek counseling for trauma, or empowered you to ask the tough questions in your lives have made the work incredibly rewarding. The AW […]
An entanglement by definition is a “complicated or compromising relationship/situation.” This month’s hot topic in entertainment is fueling headlines. We all heard about a celebrity couple that recently shed light on a painful truth. A named actress openly discusses with spouse the “entanglement” she had during their separation. The real talk took place in front […]
The balance of power in a relationship can sway back and forth between partners. Other times, we find one personality is dominant, leaving the second half in the shadows. Often times, women are the ones guilty of giving up more than their share to fulfill the love of a lifetime. I’ve been on the short […]
Our bodies are one of the many wonders of life. If we treat it with respect and kindness it may very well take us into the late decades. Teaching it good habits is essential to our well being. Nurturing the physical and mental state of your body provides a potential to produce high returns. Youth […]
“Stay in your own movie” – Devon Franklin I asked my teenage daughter, “How do you measure success?” Her response was uplifing as it was comforting for me, “If I’m where I want to be in my life – that is success. Though, many look to social media as a poster boy to define individual success, […]
We all do but this may offer bit of hope. Human beings are creatures of habit. Change, whether at home or work can be unsettling. We’re rattled when what we become accustomed to is switched up. A world turned upside down by an external shift in any number of settings. The past couple weeks have […]