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Grandmas - Agnes Owens and Ocie Williams at Summer Owens bridal shower
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Celebrating Grandparents Day: How I Turned Grief Into Something Grief On My Grandparents Day First Without My Grandmas

This Grandparents Day is bittersweet for me. It's the first one without my grandmothers, Agnes Idella “Dorothy” Jones Owens and Ocie Lee Woods Williams, who both transitioned this year. They were two of the strongest, wisest women…
Black History Month
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100 Lessons My Centenarians Grandmas Taught Me

How do you deal with grief? Well, when I lost my girls (both of my grandmothers) five days apart last month, I had to demonstrate what I teach and practice what I preach. I had to say, "S.O. What!" and, "so NOW what?" to focus on ways…
Resilience
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Ignite Resilience with Summer Owens in Women’s History Month

As we bid farewell to the empowering month of Women's History, it's time to shift our focus back to saying S.O. What! That means honing in on solutions over problems and mastering the art of resilience. A Lesson in Resilience: Athens, Georgia…
Women's History Month
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Reflecting on Women’s History Month and Beyond

As Women's History Month gracefully draws to a close, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the incredible organizations that invited me to celebrate the remarkable women who have made history. It has been a fulfilling journey, and I'm…
Women's History Month
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Celebrate Women’s History Month with Summer Owens: Honoring Living Legends

In just two days, I'll be celebrating the 102nd birthday of a woman who played a crucial role in shaping me. Last year, we threw a whimsical 101 Dalmatians-themed party in her honor, and for her 100th, we went all out with a Roaring 20’s bash…
Women's History Month
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Empowering Women’s History Month: Honoring Legacies and Creating Your Own

As we step into Women's History Month, I can't help but reflect on the incredible women who have shaped history and left an indelible mark. In this photo, I'm surrounded by two of my friends and mentors, Beverly Robertson and Rose Flenorl, both…
Women's History Month
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Elevate Women’s History Month with Summer Owens, Empowerment in Celebration

Ready to embark on a month of honoring extraordinary women who have left an indelible mark on our world? Women's History Month is the perfect time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of remarkable women throughout history. I'm reaching…
Resilience
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Empowered Love: Inspiring Resilience and Confidence Beyond Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentine's Day! 🌹 Isn't it just wonderful to celebrate love, especially when it comes in the form of powerful women? Today, I want to share a heartwarming experience that truly made my heart swell with admiration and resilience. Claressa…
Black History Month
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Making History: Create Impact in Women and Black History Month

Hope you're soaking up the joy of Black History Month and eagerly planning for Women's History Month! I want to kick off our conversation by acknowledging a remarkable friend, Bertha Rogers Looney—a true pioneer.     Unveiling…