My Top 11 Favorite Songs for Female Empowerment

I love being a woman.  Everything about it.  Well, almost everything.  I also love music.  Especially uplifting music that make me feel good and empowered!  What a combination when someone pairs powerful lyrics celebrating womanhood with music that makes you want to move!! 

Here are my absolute favorite songs that help me celebrate being a woman.  I tried to narrow it down to the top 10, but I couldn't scratch one from my list. So....here's my top 11 favorite song for female empowerment:

11.  Independent Women by Destiny's Child

10.  A Woman's Worth by Alicia Keys

9.  Man! I Feel Like a Woman by Shania Twain

8.  I'm Every Woman by Chaka Khan

7.  Born this Way by Lady GaGa

6.  Just the Way You Are by Bruno Mars

5.  Golden by Jill Scott

4.  Pretty Girl Rock by Keri Hilson

3.  RESPECT by Aretha Franklin

2.  Survivor by Destiny's Child

1.  Video by India.Arie

Girl Power!

My #bloglikecrazy editorial calendar called for me to write an article about girlhood today.  This is an easy, easy topic for me since, well, I am a girl!  And, I absolutely love being a girl.  I would say that I love everything about being a girl, but there is that one thing...okay, make that two things that I could kinda live without!

 

When I look back at baby pictures of myself, I notice that in most of the pictures, I was wearing a dress.  I have a feeling that I loved getting dressed up as a young girl, something that I love doing even to this day. As a little girl, I spent a lot of time with my mom doing super girly things like shopping, going to girl scout meetings, playing dolls, getting our hair done, and things of the like.  Of course, I loved spending time with my girl cousins, for they were the ones who taught me about true friendship.  I am also thankful to have grown up with a lot girlfriends.  I created memories with my friends that have lasted until now and that I'm sure will be forever etched into my memory.  For that, I am grateful! 

I am also very thankful that God blessed me with a baby girl.  My daughter is ten years old and is such a joy.  We have so much fun together doing girl things!  I'm so glad that I have her in my life and I look forward to making girlhood memories with her! 

Girls do things that guys will never understand.  So, here are some of the answers to questions that have perplexed men for decades. 

1.  Yes, it is necessary for me to talk to my mother every single day.  Sometimes twice a day.  Other times 3-5 times per day.

2.  No, my friend doesn't mind if I call her at 5:00 a.m.  We know it's the only time that we can talk in peace before you and the kids wake up.

3.  Yes, I have to go into every store in the mall before I make a purchase selection.  I mean, duh!  What if I find something that I like better in another store.

4.  I know I already have a shirt that color.  But, that's a casual shirt.  It can't be worn with my dressy pants or skirt. So yes, I need them both.

5.  Two pairs of black pants?  Is that really all I have?  I need to go shopping.  Soon!

6.  Yes, I'm aware that I picked up two shades of my favorite lip gloss.  I need one for my purse and one for my makeup box. 

7.  Is there a law against having 10+ handbags?  If so, arrest me. 

8.  Yes, I do need both the tall jewelry box in the bedroom and the hanging jewelry bag in the closet.  I can't have my jewelry getting tangled, can I?

9.  I can't decide which dress I like best, so I'll just get them both.

10. I know that there are several things in my closet that still have the tags on them.  But, there was a really good sale so I had to buy those things.

Bottom line is...girls rule!  What answers do you have for questions that men ask of us all the time?  Don't give too many of our girl secrets away!  

Getting to Know You: A Linkup with AWB!

When the thought of blogging first began to tickle my fancy, I was really nervous.  I also lacked confidence that my blog would attract readers.  Now, over 1,500 views later, I'm building my blog confidence.  (My blog is just over one month old.)

With the help of my friends and the support of Alabama Women Bloggers, my blog is slowly gaining the momentum it needs to help me secure a spot in the blog world.  Thanks AWB!!

Today, I'm doing a "self-interview" link-up post in connection with AWB.  So read ahead to find out more about me.  Also, you can click on the button below to find out more about some of your other favorite women bloggers who call Alabama home!

1. What part of the state do you call home?


I'm a native of Talladega.  But, Pell City has been my home for the last 10 years.

2. How long have you been blogging?


I have been blogging for almost two months.

3. Why did you start blogging?


I fell in love with my friend's blog, Hems for Her.  She encouraged me to give blogging a try.  Since I love writing, I figured I'd give it a shot!

4. What is your favorite part of being a member of the Alabama Women Bloggers community?


I love the support that the AWB community provides.  It's so encouraging.  I also like reading all of the different blogs.  There are so many talented women bloggers in Alabama!

5. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?


In five years I'll have much more time on my hands, but less money in my pocket.  My kids will be driving, which means they'll probably want to spend less time with me and want more of my money for gas and fun!  LOL

6. If you could choose an actress to play you in your life, who would you choose and why?


Angela Bassett, duh.  She's almost as hot as I am!!  (In my dreams, anyway.)

7. Name 5 things on your Bucket List that you hope you’ll check off before you die?


-Learn to play the piano WELL (I dabble, but nothing major.  I need more lessons.)

-Meet and hang out with Oprah Winfrey!  (I've been a fan since I was about 11!)

-Vacation in Bora Bora (And stay EXACTLY where they stayed in the movie "Couples Retreat")

-Go skiing (I'd have to learn first)

-Go sky diving (Not really, but everyone puts that on their Bucket List, so what the heck?)

8. If you could be known for one thing, what would it be and why?


Being a great teacher.

9. Describe the best moment in your life.

I have two best moments in life:  the day that I became Jordan's mother and the day that I became Kaylen's mother.  Best moments in life.  No doubt.

10. If you could “be” anything (no consequences, no fear), what would you “be”?


That's a tough one.  I think I'd be a travel agent so that I could travel the world and then help people plan exciting vacations!

11. What or who inspires you to blog?


My life inspires my blog.  I blog about things that I experience.

12. We’re headed to your neck of the woods… what restaurant would you recommend?


The Tavern of St. Clair.  It's a quaint little family owned casual-dining restaurant and pub.  The Hubs and I are regulars there.  We went there the other night for a birthday dinner and one of the waitresses hugged me.  If you're there, I highly recommend the Ribeye Ravioli.

13. What’s a southern tradition you and your family have?


Big Thanksgiving meals.

14. If you could pick your favorite blog post from your blog this year, what would it be?


My very first blog post.  I will never forget the fear that I felt when I clicked the "publish" button.  I am proud of myself for having the courage to do something different.  Here's the link:

Introducing...ME!!!

15. We all love social media, tell us your links so we can follow you!

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