Publisher’s Blog

Friendship is often considered one of life’s most precious gifts, but like any relationship, friendships can evolve over time. Sometimes, this evolution leads to a natural separation when one person outgrows the other. No one enjoys ending a friendship, but clinging to something that no longer fits can be just as uncomfortable as trying to squeeze into a pair of jeans from high school. Even in the public eye, friendships can come to an end as individuals grow in different directions. Take, for example, Gwyneth Paltrow and Winona Ryder. The two were once inseparable, [...]

Accepting Help is an Admirable Trait In this month's issue of Today's Woman, we celebrate the winners of the 2024 Most Admired Woman Awards, each embodying the strength, resilience, and grace we all aspire to. As we honor these exceptional women, I want to reflect on a trait that is often overlooked but is profoundly admirable: the ability to accept help. For many strong, independent women, the idea of accepting help can feel like an admission of weakness. We are taught to be self-reliant, to solve our problems on our own, and to view [...]

Don't Let Your Dreams Expire The Lemon Bar Lesson Sometimes life gives us lemons, and sometimes it gives us lemon bar mix. Recently, I decided to bake lemon bars with my granddaughter, a sweet treat we’d both been looking forward to making together. As I reached for the box of mix that had been sitting on my pantry shelf for over a year, my excitement turned to disappointment when I discovered it was no longer good. That box of lemon bar mix, bought with the intention of creating a joyful memory, had silently expired [...]

Remembering Jordan A Tribute to Courage and Resilience in the Face of Loss In the quiet suburbs of Louisville, Kentucky, a heartrending story of love, loss, and courage unfolds—a story that resonates deeply in the heart of anyone who has witnessed the struggle of mental illness up close. Stephanie Renner, a mother recently bereaved by the loss of her son, Jordan, to suicide, embodies a resilience that is both inspiring and instructive, particularly during Mental Health Awareness Month. Jordan William Gilford, born on July 23, 2005, in Lexington, Kentucky, was a vibrant and brilliant young [...]

How many times have you found yourself in the cocoon stage, ladies? You know that phase of transformation where you’re prepping for the grand reveal? As we step into the vibrant season of the Derby, it’s impossible not to draw parallels between our Derby fashion frenzy—from selecting the perfect hat to the finest shoes—and the constant metamorphosis we undergo in the various stages of womanhood. Just as we meticulously plan our Derby Day ensemble, we, too, craft and recraft our identities and dreams with each new season of life. The journey from caterpillar to butterfly [...]

In a world where historical narratives often glorify male strength and dominance, it's essential to pause and reflect on the intrinsic value of every individual, regardless of gender. As I sat contemplating the significance of having a granddaughter, I couldn't help but confront the unsettling reality of how society has long prioritized boys over girls. Throughout history, the preference for male offspring has been deeply ingrained in many cultures. Sons were seen as heirs, protectors, and carriers of family legacies, while daughters were often undervalued, viewed as burdens, or even subjected to infanticide in extreme [...]