National Women's History Month

March is considered a month out of the year to pay tribute to all of the women in the world who have fought for something they believed in, made a difference in how we think/act/do, and those who have contributed their life to making the world a better place. So in honor of all of the many women, I want to recognize those who I strongly appreciate. (I know that I will leave out some women who you may think are/is/was important, so please leave a comment explaining.) These women are in no particular order....

First: Alice Paul 1885-1977

Alice Paul fought for women's right to have a voice in the political arena. During President Woodrow Wilson's reign, women were not allowed to vote. Alice formed a group of women who later became known as the National Women's Party. The women developed peaceful marches to protest the unequal rights, had picket's in front of the White House--holding banners that spoke of women's suffrage and the need for women voters, and many were force-fed through feeding tubes when they went on a hunger strike in prison but continued to speak out about women's rights. Alice and the National Women's Party ultimately won the fight and now women in American have the right to vote based on the 19th Amendment that developed from Alice Paul's hopes and dreams.

Second: Eleanor Roosevelt 1884-1962

Eleanor Roosevelt stood by her husbands side through the Great Depression and WWII. She became a political activist speaking out about women's rights in the workforce. Eleanor was a humanitarian speaking out on the importance of education, realities of poverty, and women's role in society. Eleanor once stated, "A woman is like a tea bag- you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water."

Third: Harriet Tubman 1822-1913

Many of you may know that slavery is a big part of the history of the United States. It was once a cultural norm until Abraham Lincoln came a long and changed history. Most individuals would be able to say that their ancestors were slaves in either the US or in other countries. One woman wanted to help free slaves. She help construct what was known as the Underground Railroad. Many slaves took this path, from house to house, hiding place to hiding place, until they reached some of the most northern states. Harriet Tubman was a woman with great compassion for human being....to her....I tip my hat.

Forth: Mother Theresa 1910-1977

Mother Theresa is the true definition of humanitarian. She put her faith in God and worked to better the world. Ministering to those who were poor, sickly, orphaned, and dying became her life work. Mother Theresa endured hardships and criticism but continued to show the world compassion.

Like I mentioned earlier....I have not covered all of the women. There are many more such as: Helen Keller, Jane Austen, Jane Addams, Marie Antoinette, Princess Diana, Rosa Parks, and many others. Who do you admire for their ambitions, dedications, and service to the world? This month, lets pay tribute to those who have gone before us to pave the way.