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👩‍🚒 Today In Women’s History: Celebrating Women Emergency Responders of 9/11

💪 Motivation: Toni Morrison: A Literary Trailblazer Inspiring Women Over 40

🍎 The Health Corner: Fat Burning Strawberry Smoothie

PLUS: Announcing This Week’s Giveaway

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On This Today In Women’s History:

September 11, 2001: Celebrating Women Emergency Responders of 9/11

There were over 6,000 female police officers in the NYPD and 100 in the PAPD, 25 female firefighters in the NYFD, and ⅓ of New York City’s EMTs and paramedics were women.

Brenda Berkman, who sued the city of New York to ensure that women could become firefighters, was off duty that morning when she got a call to turn on her television. She grabbed whatever gear she could find and rushed to her former Brooklyn firehouse, where she put on another firefighter’s uniform, boarded a police van and headed across the bridge toward the smoke.

THIS WEEK’S GIVEAWAY

We are beyond excited to announce that this week we will be giving away a Stanley Cup to one of our US based readers. To qualify, all you need to do is stay engaged as a dedicated reader of our newsletter. It's as simple as that!

The lucky winner for this week's prize will be revealed at the end of the week. Stay tuned!

Toni Morrison: A Literary Trailblazer Inspiring Women Over 40

In the realm of literature, Toni Morrison stands as an enduring beacon of inspiration.

Toni wrote her first novel, "The Bluest Eye," at the age of 40, while working at Random House as an editor. This courageous step marked the beginning of a prolific career that would redefine American literature.

Her novels, including "Beloved" and "Song of Solomon," delved into profound themes of race, identity, and the human experience. With every word she penned, Toni shattered stereotypes and empowered women of all ages to amplify their voices.

Toni Morrison's accolades include the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993 and a Pulitzer Prize.

Her journey reminds us that the most extraordinary chapters of our lives can be written at any age. It's never too late to embrace your passions, share your stories, and make an indelible mark on the world.

Until tomorrow, until the next inspiring story of a remarkable woman!

Gabby,

Live Well Now Team

FAT BURNING STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE

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Cook Time: 2 Mins | Servings: 1

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