Women. Girl Power. You Go Girl. Chicks Rule. Sisterhood.

Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987.

In today’s world we recognize special moments, people, brands and things daily. If you search, “What is National Today,” a celebration list can be found ranging from National Cookie day to National Bird day.

In 1980, then President Jimmy Carter issued the first presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8 as National Women’s History Week. 

Who are we celebrating and why?

Women. Girl Power. You Go Girl. Chicks Rule. Sisterhood.

As a woman, I love to see the collaboration and bonding of females.  The support within our gender has increased throughout the years. No longer a woman is pigeon-holed into stereotypical roles. Girls and women continue to break the barriers once forbidden or just not done. 

That is worth celebrating. 

I love to hear stories of the trailblazers of our past. They have been an inspiration to me to challenge myself to ideas that once were considered beyond what I could do. Here are a few quotes from women who have changed the course of history:

“Women are like teabags. We don’t know our true strength until we are in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962), political figure, diplomat, activist, First Lady.

“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity,” Amelia Earhart (1897-1937?), aviation pioneer.

“You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.” Rosa Parks (1913-2005), civil rights activist.

“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” Shirley Chisholm (1924-2005), U.S. Congresswoman.

I am lucky enough to know outstanding women who live right here in Siouxland.  They show a commitment to living their lives to the fullest and making the world a better place.  I hope their quotes inspire you during this celebrated Women’s month and every day in 2025:

“Just be kind to everyone.” Joyce Wagner, (my Little Mom).

“Be a person of your word.” Marge Delzell, (Wisest woman I know).

“What you desire, matters!” Jackie Paulson, ( Most magnetic woman I know).

“Believe in your own unique power and potential. Don’t underestimate the strength of your own perceptions. What you think of yourself will become your reality. So believe in yourself and your success will come naturally.” Kelsey Galinsky, (Woman of resilience and positivity).

“Know how to take care of yourself physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.” Joanne Keane (One of the coolest women I know).

“It is often uncomfortable, but reflect,evaluate and apply your knowledge, life lessons and experiences to serve, learn and grow. Be a pioneer and an instrument to improve the life of others.  Godspeed!” Lori Doeschot (Big sister advice).