Grab and Run Assault

Today, I am sad to say I was harassed in broad daylight. Don’t worry, I am fine!

Earlier this afternoon around 1:15 PM, I went to the local park in my neighborhood to get some fresh air. During my stroll, I stopped on the side of the main pathway to check my phone. As I was on my phone, a random rude man came up from behind (out of nowhere) and grabbed my butt! 😡

I called the guy out and he responding blaming me, as I was “in his way” as he was casually walking away as if nothing happened. I quickly screamed back, “YOU GRABBED MY BUTT, THAT’S NOT OK!” I know at least 1 guy heard me, hope more did as well.

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This is how empty the park was. This mirrors side of the park I was on, I left shortly after the incident.

The pathway was very wide and EMPTY, there was no reason or way I was in his way.

After everything that happened yesterday with the overruling of the Rowe v Wade decision, I was more inclined to say something when this happened. I hope that people do not feel entitled to infringe on more women’s rights and think this is ok.

THIS IS NOT OK!

Don’t be afraid to speak up! Be alert & safe everyone!

International Women’s Day

Happy Intetnational Women’s Day!

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜

Here’s to strong women.
May we know them.
May we be them.
May we raise them! 💪

Then and now (2020 celebrating together in person & 2021 celebrating together apart)

Who knew this would be one of the last big events I’d celebrate with my coworkers and friends.

Happy International Women’s Day!

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜

I am so excited to be part of The Ambition Project. Only 3 in 10 women are proud to call themselves ambitious. Let’s change the way we talk about ambition.

To me ambition means not being afraid to go for what you want! What does ambition mean to you? 👊

Miss US Galaxy Interview with the Tulle Project

Every girl, woman and person has the ability to do whatever they set their mind to - breaking stereotypes, changing boundaries and setting the standards.  I believe that girls and women do not have to categorize themselves in behaving one way or another, in fact we can change these perceptions set upon us by society.

Check out my interview with Silvana Favaretto, Founder of the Tulle Project.   In our conversation, we discussed the importance of embracing who you are and breaking stereotypes - everything from what it is like being a woman in a male dominated industry (finance), making a difference by living by example and showing that you can have brains AND beauty!

The Tulle Project is a place for women to look and feel beautiful, feminine, and graceful—and also encouraged, connected, and empowered.  Their mission is to help people make meaningful connections, share their stories and equip themselves to be their best.  For every skirt that is purchased, one will be donated to a child in need!

My take away from what I have learned over the years is:

Don't be afraid to show who you are and take a risk, who knows where it will take you!