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Category: Strong Women

What You Should Have Learned About the Second First Lady

Color illustration of a young Abigail Adams by Benjamin Blyth,

Abigail Adams, the second First Lady, was a strong woman who influenced and helped shape America through her husband and her son.

Published July 21, 2025
Categorized as History, Inspiration and Motivation, Strong Women Tagged biography, Lynette M. Burrows, patriot, strong women

Charlotte Cushman, Strong Enough to Play the Breeches Parts

Charlotte Cushman was a force of nature on stage and off. She gained fame and fortune and earned acclaim in both America and Europe.

Published June 9, 2025
Categorized as History, Inspiration and Motivation, Strong Women Tagged American History, LGBQTA+, Lynette M. Burrows, women in history

Memorial Day, It’s a Privilege to Remember

Photograph of some of the gravestones at Arlington Cemetary each with a small American flag placed in front of the stone.

Over the years, I’ve written many blog posts about Memorial Day and about American and others who served their country in conflicts throughout history.

Published May 19, 2025
Categorized as Heroes and Heroines, History, Holidays, Inspiration and Motivation, People & Customs, Strong Women Tagged Lynette M. Burrows

She Lived with Courage and Conviction

Black and white Portrait photo of Hannah Szenes in her military uniform

Hannah Szenes, a Hungarian Jew, saw the swell of anti-Semitism before WWII. Because of that, she became a symbol of courage, conviction, and self-sacrifice.

Published April 21, 2025
Categorized as Heroes and Heroines, Inspiration and Motivation, Strong Women Tagged courage, Hannah Szenes, Inspirations, Lynette M. Burrows

She was One Who Tried for Justice And Freedom

Headshot of Dorothy I Height

Learn about the woman who wanted to be known as one who tried Dorothy Height did more than try. Her dedication and tireless efforts were remarkable.

Published March 17, 2025
Categorized as Heroes and Heroines, Inspiration and Motivation, Strong Women Tagged black history month, dorothy height, Lynette M. Burrows

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