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    • Lilly’s Blog: Ten Commandments for a Teenage Feminist

      By Lilly | April 29th, 2013 | 30 comments

      So you’ve decided to become a feminist? Awesome! Welcome to the club!

      Tags: activism, feminism, girls leadership, Lilly's Blog
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 30 Comments »

    • Lilly’s Blog: Advice to Incoming First Year College Students

      By Lilly | August 28th, 2012 | 0 comments

      Former teen blogger Lilly is back with advice for new college students on how to make the most of their experience.

      Tags: A Girl's Life, best friends, boys, Communication, culture, Education, Friendship, lilly, Lilly's Blog, Self-Esteem
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | No Comments »

    • Lilly’s Blog: The Trouble with Constant Apologizing

      By Lilly | August 9th, 2012 | 12 comments

      Concerned by a friend’s penchant for penance, Lilly examines the culture of habitual apologies.

      Tags: Communication, Curse of the Good Girl, Friendship, Lilly's Blog
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 12 Comments »

    • Lilly’s Blog: An Open Letter to Adults About Teen Sexting, Sneakiness and Apathy

      By Lilly | July 26th, 2012 | 9 comments

      In which Lilly attempts to put a few adult worries to rest, “MythBusters” style.

      Tags: Lilly's Blog, Parenting
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 9 Comments »

    • Lilly’s Blog: Q & A with Award Winning Author, Blogger, Activist & Shero Courtney Martin

      By Lilly | July 12th, 2012 | 3 comments

      In this dynamic interview, Lilly dishes with Courtney Martin on girls’ perfectionism, social media, and banishing Renee Zellweger to a desert island.

      Tags: activism, body image, Lilly's Blog, role models
      Posted in Blogs, Rachel's Blog | 3 Comments »

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      May 9th, 2013

      Top ten ways moms can take care of ourselves all year round – not just on Mother’s Day!

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      May 17th, 2013

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