Happy Labor Day and Fantastic New School Year

In West Michigan Labor Day signals the end of summer 

and time to return to class.

Have a safe and wonderful Labor Day 

and an excellent New School Year!!

United Nations Advocate, Actress Meghan Markle

Red Theater Curtain
Courtesy of freedigitalphotos.net Photo by ponsulak

Actress Meghan Markle is best-known for her role as the overachiever paralegal, Rachel Zane, on the TV drama, Suits. She writes and curates the website, The Tig, 

Meghan says, "The Tig is a hub for the discerning palate - those with a hunger for food, travel, fashion & beauty. I wanted to create a space to share all of these loves, to invite friends to share theirs as well, and to be the breeding ground for ideas & excitement - - for an inspired lifestyle."

Last year this amazing actress and lifestyle leader was asked to present a speech at the United Nations after writing an article on The Tig on women's empowerment. She said, "As the UN Women Advocate for Political Participation & Leadership, I am proud to be behind a mission that empowers women to make their voices stronger, their influence bolder, and their support of one another unsurpassable."

Meghan is a champion for women to become leaders to change the world for the better. Everyone will benefit, men, women, and children. "We'll all win."

Take a peek at her message in this YouTube video.

You can become a leader too. Follow your dreams and become a world changer.

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Updates on Amazing Women Breaking Down Barriers in the News

Live your dreams.

Hello and welcome to the Girls Succeed! blog. I'm J.Q. Rose, author of the eBook for girls, Girls Succeed! Stories Behind the Careers of Successful Women. 

I hope you've enjoyed lots of summer fun activities.

Beautiful Lake Cadillac, Michigan

I have, as evidenced by my hiatus from writing this blog. We've had lots of company, played with our grandkids, and camped at several beautiful places in Michigan with our family,

Sign on our camper

I finished writing a mystery novel, and I had eye surgery. And even that didn't ruin my summer, just slowed me down a bit using the computer.

Updates on Amazing Women Breaking Down Barriers in the News

1. Two strong, brave women will be the first females to pass the grueling course to become Army Rangers. Their names have not been released, but they will be soon when they graduate from the program tomorrow, Friday, August 21.

2. Sarah Thomas made news when she became the first National Fotball League permanent female referee and has started working pre-season games. Check out the blog post about Sarah on the Girls Succeed! blog here.

Female coach in the NBA

3.  Becky Hammond is the first woman to coach as a full-time employee of the National Basketball Association. She will be an assistant coach with the San Antonio Spurs.

Congratulations to all these amazing, successful women! They certainly had to Dream Big to achieve these accomplishments.

Dream Big!

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Writing an article

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Congratulations to the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team!

Jumping for Joy!!

Congratulations to the U.S Women's National Soccer Team on becoming the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Champions! Way to go!!

Team USA Women's Soccer World Cup Champions!
Photo from US Soccer.com

Teamwork and talent leads a team to victory like this. Congratulations to the team and staff. Individuals were recognized for their outstanding play. Carli Loyd and goalkeeper Hope Solo were awarded the Golden Ball and Golden Glove, as the best player and the best goalkeeper at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

We're thrilled the women went all out to achieve their goal of becoming the world champions! 

For the complete story of the game and the players go to the US Soccer site here.

Happy Birthday USA!

Wishing you all a fantastic Fourth of July!

Be safe and don't eat too many hot dogs!!

Vacation Time!

Packing my bags for a vacation.
Image courtesy of freedigitalphotos.com by Victor Habbick

Hi Friend,

Thanks for stopping in.

It's that time of year again. Vacation Time!! Woot woot.

I'll tell you all about our trip, but for now it's a secret. Shhhh...

What are your plans this summer? Vacation, road trip, camping, camp, bike rides, festivals, hanging out with friends?

Whatever you choose, have a great Summer!!

Janet

Race Car Driver Danica Patrick: Great Role Model for Girls

Danica Patrick's Race Car
Photo from Danica's Facebook Page

Race car driver Danica Patrick is burning up the race track. But in between races, she enjoys time with kids. She's a great role model for girls. Watch this You tube video of Danica visiting the boys and girls club.

Click on the links for more stories about Danica Patrick on the J.Q. Rose blog:

Trailblazer Danica Patrick  

Danica Patrick Races Today in the Daytona 500

Books about Danica Patrick