tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-775853526896602682024-02-22T13:22:22.282-06:00I dare say...I dare say is a blog created for women and girls. It is a collection of articles, thoughts and current issues that will help readers find inspiration to be their authentic self. Not to mention loads of fun girly stuff that makes life full of joy!julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.comBlogger167125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-62869339736233511202015-08-28T15:50:00.000-05:002015-08-28T15:50:03.338-05:00The Warning Signs All Young Women Should Know...
While we have come a long way empowering and challenging our young women to pursue and conquer anything and everything, we still fall behind when it comes to teaching them about potential abusers. The following article succinctly spells out the commonalities that are consistent in an abusive relationship.
Please share this with your young network.
http://www.examiner.com/article/julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-316149516421363232015-08-13T07:30:00.000-05:002015-08-13T07:30:51.648-05:00And Poof! The Baby Girl Is A Senior...
As my daughter prepares to enter her senior year in high school, I hope I have imparted upon her the wisdom and guidance that will give her the confidence to forge her own path in life. If I had to sum it up in one quote, this would be it...
julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-21766909214924785392015-07-22T18:08:00.000-05:002015-07-23T05:54:25.240-05:00The Oprah We Know And Love...
For the better part of three years I have written often about the massive failure on the part of women's mags to bring the reader images that, at the very least, appear to be realistic. You may recall the blog I wrote about the day my subscriptions of GQ and Vogue arrived in the mailbox. The covers were so grossly different, shedding a glaring light on the exaggerated use of photoshop to create julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-92056135598968495632015-07-07T09:39:00.000-05:002015-07-07T09:39:17.234-05:00A Nice Reminder For Young Women...
This is a good reminder to all women, but especially young women and girls. I have learned that if you focus on hard work, generosity, and kindness, all the rest will naturally fall into place. I also believe that visualizing a goal creates personal success. I plan on referring to the following thought on the days when I need a little inspiration.
julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-85015728271617685082015-06-29T16:36:00.000-05:002015-06-29T16:36:22.825-05:00Can't Sleep? Here's Your Quick Tip Of The Day...
We all have phases when we just can't sleep. Stress, physical challenges, environmental factors. They are all culprits that can be the cause of insomnia.
I recently discovered something kind of amazing. For ten bucks go to your local health food store and buy a small bottle of pure lavender essential oil. Right before bed put three drops on the bottom of each foot.
I have beenjulie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-63023844212362990972015-06-23T07:54:00.000-05:002015-06-23T07:54:59.449-05:00Carob vs Cocoa...
Who doesn't love chocolate? Warmed in milk, added to sweet treats, or just a square on its own. You know what I'm talking about~that afternoon craving that creeps up on us just when we think we can't make it through the rest of the day.
Even though cocoa has terrific health benefits, it is not always the easiest to digest. For those of us who are unfortunately sensitive to all the good julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-12613425392679464622015-06-15T08:56:00.000-05:002015-06-15T08:56:22.857-05:00A Man And His Dog...
There is nothing more lovely than masterful storytelling and the attached video is no exception. I have no doubt that you will glean inspiration from this majestically photographed and narrated story about a man and his dog. A piece crafted by a Portland photographer that captures true friendship.
https://player.vimeo.com/video/122375452julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-29751321533006447182015-06-01T08:08:00.000-05:002015-06-01T08:08:18.367-05:00Love Is Love...
This video needs no further commentary. I hope you love it as much as I do!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnDgZuGIhHs&sns=emjulie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-50872561319411588792015-05-26T14:32:00.000-05:002015-05-26T14:32:22.469-05:00I Hope You'll Join Me In June...
I am thrilled to introduce Larkspur Bungalow to the Pacific Northwest in June. The book signing venues are intentionally unconventional, as this writer prides herself on marching to the beat of her own drum! You might notice that there is not one bookstore in the bunch. Nope! The locations were hand~picked by me and the owners have been lovely to share their space for a series of unique events.
julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-67227006030868811762015-05-18T11:06:00.000-05:002015-05-18T11:06:48.487-05:00The People Have Spoken...
If you read last week's blog you know that America recently voted on a very important issue! Check out the attached video because there is a winner and her name has been respectfully submitted to President Obama for consideration. Stay tuned...
http://youtu.be/jcmL74sMIKIjulie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-56519114223103622342015-05-09T13:00:00.000-05:002015-05-09T13:00:37.678-05:00I Want A Twenty For Mother's Day...
You may have heard rumblings of a national campaign to excuse Andrew Jackson from his longstanding post on the twenty dollar bill and replace his mug with a female leader. This is a very real effort and it is coming to an end on Mother's Day.
The long list of extraordinary women has been whittled down to four and the decision has been placed in our hands. Attached you will find a link. Click onjulie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-29692477446934643582015-04-29T09:45:00.000-05:002015-05-14T13:22:13.084-05:00Time To Move On...julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-85862091429795321622015-04-06T10:37:00.000-05:002015-04-06T10:37:36.367-05:00Larkspur Bungalow Is Warmly Embraced In Larkspur...
I am incredibly grateful as I return from the Bay Area. With a sense of nervous energy and exhilaration, I introduced Larkspur Bungalow to the cities which inspired many of its pages.
The book begins in Portland, Oregon and eventually finds its way to the magical Marin County. Two West Coast communities I have lived and loved! Packed with a layered story of love, loss, and a mystery that julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-64953717666398212862015-03-08T09:23:00.000-05:002015-03-08T09:23:47.313-05:00Larkspur Bungalow...
I am beyond thrilled to announce the release of my fictional novel, Larkspur Bungalow. It is a story that begins in quirky Portland, Oregon and finds its way to the magical Bay Area. Peppered among the pages are many local references that the reader will thoroughly enjoy. Whether you are a resident of either community or are simply looking to visit, Larkspur Bungalow will layer an julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-28205201057473419362015-03-02T07:10:00.000-06:002015-03-02T07:10:36.408-06:00Three Impressive Young Women Deliver A Timely Message...
So often our teens are all lumped together as a generation of entitled, self~involved, selfie experts, who can't seem to pull their heads up from their phones long enough to have a meaningful conversation. Good news! If you haven't seen this recent video, it might just restore your hope for the future of Generation Z.
Teaching literacy through poetry, these young women deliver a powerful julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-86398794234234361142015-02-23T16:20:00.000-06:002015-02-23T16:20:57.693-06:00#AskHerMore...
So...the Oscars have officially closed the book on another year. Lots of celebs seemingly partaking in the mutual admiration society while a handful of speeches and performances delivered a healthy dose of inspiration. But did you see something new? You may have noticed it last month as the 2015 award season got underway. A few of our Hollywood elite are saying,"No." Specifically to the julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-27940479739454537572015-02-15T09:22:00.000-06:002015-02-15T09:22:08.947-06:00You're Welcome...
Friends~
If you are anything like me you can become increasingly frustrated with the cost and effort of blind trial and error. Blind because you can be easily wooed by an advertisement, and then subsequently dejected when the result is anything but successful.
You will be glad to know that I do not serve up a recommendation on a whim. I like to give new products a proper test period before julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-59310994249410687432015-02-09T08:34:00.000-06:002015-02-09T08:34:07.759-06:00Closer Than Ever To Change Life For Millions of Women And Girls...
As you know, I typically write for the women and girls who follow my blog. Why? Well, this writer happens to believe that when you give women and girls an opportunity, you are potentially changing the footprint of their communities, their friends, their children, and so on and so on.
Seven years ago writer and social activist, Isabel Allende stood before the TED Talk audience and gave a julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-90012044690650910012015-02-02T13:40:00.000-06:002015-02-02T13:40:07.239-06:00Proud To Call Him A Friend...
I often write about the fact that we move a lot. By a lot I mean we have lived in five different states in the past eight years. While challenging at times, I wouldn't change a thing. It has afforded our family the privilege of living in places we may have only visited on vacation. But more importantly, we have cultivated lifelong friendships every step of the way.
In state #3 we met Jay julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-69247541798950891442015-01-25T11:03:00.000-06:002015-01-31T06:53:57.940-06:00The Mask You Live In Premieres At Sundance...
For the past few years I have written several blogs about an up-and-coming grassroots organization that has continually hit it out of the park when it comes to tackling increasingly complex societal issues. Issues that relate to all of us in some way, but sadly are discussions that are flying under the radar.
In 2011, Jennifer Siebel Newsom and her team at The Representation Project julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-67215562297449048532015-01-19T07:43:00.000-06:002015-04-14T14:56:03.398-05:00Best Article Yet On Why We Should All Take Up Yoga...
They call it practicing yoga. Why? Because there is always more to achieve, more to perfect, and the ultimate goal of melding of the mind~body connection. Something that has been known to be the ultimate pathway to health and wellness as we make our way through a culture that is peppered with stimulation, distraction, not to mention technology sources that are flooding our minds round the julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-55087227304414223662015-01-12T07:45:00.001-06:002015-01-12T07:45:30.492-06:00Water...
We are well into 2015 so naturally the goal of improved health is on the minds of many. The following video is not rocket science, but it is a good reminder to eat and drink water to ensure that our cells are happy and well~nourished. Also a good recommendation to put down the technology noise that distracts us from achieving restorative balance in our lives.
My final thought goes without julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-32684801579528368952015-01-06T08:02:00.001-06:002015-01-06T08:02:42.965-06:00Two Years Later It's No Better. It's Worse...
Nearly two years ago I wrote a piece on an issue that has sadly found its way back into the media. It detailed the grim discovery of an ugly little secret within the US military. A glaring spotlight illuminating the rampant problem of sexual assault going unchecked and unpunished.
If you missed the original blog, let me bring you up to speed. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta had just lifted julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-64662007318217808892014-12-15T07:38:00.000-06:002014-12-15T07:38:07.032-06:00A Flock Of Hope For Christmas? Yes Please...
As Christmas Day draws near, the pressure of gift giving continues to cause many to stalk websites and the local mall for last minute thrills and deals that will bring their loved ones joy and happiness. Although, if you're like me, you probably could do without another blue sweater that will likely find its way to the back of the closet.Well have no fear, your own personal Christmas elf isjulie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77585352689660268.post-21344588891556750022014-12-08T06:59:00.000-06:002014-12-08T06:59:40.979-06:00A Challenging Christmas Moment Can Make For Funny Future Memories...
In honor of challenging holiday moments I am reposting one of my blogs from last year. I received many comments and emails from readers about their own funny stories. Honestly, I feel for parents of little ones, who spend every waking moment from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve in search of the "it gift" of the year. In the event that you come away empty handed, please know that you will one julie meulemanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04587106423419888598noreply@blogger.com0