Golden Eagle

MY HEART

[drawing of an orange fox saying “You’re going to be an amazing teacher. Your students will be very lucky.” in a blue speech bubble.]

Breath of Relief

This is not something I typically share, but I just need to get it out there. I have always thought that in order to be significant, valued, and important, I needed to be loved by someone. However, this "love" that I "needed" was the idea that I needed a boyfriend or a romantic interest. I believe a lot of people think this. What I've come to realize is that I know I am loved. I have a wonderful mom and dad and stepmom and grandma and friends who love me (whether I see them daily or not). I know that whether or not I love someone romantically does not define me, my past, or my future. It simply doesn't matter to me anymore. I know that having a partner is fantastic, if it suits you. But it doesn't define me. And I believe that I am better off without someone, someone who doesn't understand me. Because the best person who understands me, is me. And I am so grateful for everyone in my life who loves me for who I am. I know that I am very independent, and because of who I am, I can't see myself ever being in a relationship with someone. And I can accept that. It may take some more time, but I know that in the long haul, I will genuinely be content and happy.

Hehe ^_^

A Teen With Down Syndrome Just Landed A Modelling Contract

Madeline Stuart, the courageous and inspiring teen model with Down syndrome whose story we first told here, has just landed her first major modeling contract. Manifesta, a U.S.-based women’s athletic-wear brand that targets women of all shapes, sizes and types, has taken on Stuart as one of their representatives.

The match seems like one made in heaven – after all, Madeline decided to become a model after she lost 44lbs (20kg) in a big to improve her health and slim down. Manifesta, on the other hand, is an athletic apparel brand whose goal is to make and advertise clothing for women of all body types.

“With all that Madeline is doing, we’re so excited to have her represent Manifesta,” the company writes on their blog. “Just as Madeline is committed to expanding people’s ideas of what a model can be, Manifesta is determined to show that the clothing and fashion industry doesn’t have to be exclusionary, that one brand can work for women of various sizes.”

More info: madelinestuart.com | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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In the hall of the mountain king

Joke of the Day: the notion that if we ditched the word “feminism” and started calling ourselves “egalitarians,” the haters would start caring about women’s rights.

I went for a bike ride today and some ducks chose me as their mother I think??? Not a good choice my peepin friends.