“Once in every lifetime there’s a chance to stand apart— We can show the world our very best, reveal what’s in our heart” —Thompson, Linda/Foster, David Jikohnsaseh, the “Great Peace Woman” and “Mother of Nations” Matilda Joslyn Gage, Scholar and Women’s Rights Activists Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Women’s Activists Susan B. Anthony, Women’s Rights Activists October 3-6, 2013 JOIN US FOR A SPECTACULAR WEEKEND This is the time, place, and space to explore your legacy, why it matters, how it affects the future, and how to navigate your personal legacy for your own fulfillment and the wellbeing of others. Visit our site often as we update our speakers and activities. Thanks to our sponsors! Mother of Nations October 3, 2013 | 7:45 AM – 6:20 PM “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” George Santayana “History does not repeat itself, but it does rhyme. ” Mark Twain For these reasons, Legacy Women Tours has been created to remember where we have come from by studying the foot steps of our Legendary Women. This tours is ideal for: The tour begins and ends at Rochester Academy of Medicine, 1441 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14610 Tell ‘Em Who You Are: Creating Your Own Personal Legacy Document Until now, personal legacy writing has been limited to the autobiography, the memoir, and, occasionally, the ethical will. Few people leave behind one of those literary forms. Family history, fond memories, and personal wisdom are lost to future generations because we do not routinely compile a written legacy. What a shame. Personal legacy writing should be part of everyone’s later years. It’s time for a new paradigm. Local author Sue Barocas has just the thing – the Personal Legacy Document. Join Sue for an interactive discussion of this new style of legacy writing. It’s never too soon, or too late, to start crafting your own personal legacy document. Sue Barocas, author of Elderwriters:Celebrate Your Life! A Guide for Creating Your Own Personal Legacy Document What burns inside you? What lights your fire? What is your legacy?
Join us as we reveal the Untold Stories of four legendary women who kindled the fire behind the women’s movement. Understand what burned in each woman’s heart and what inspired her to action.
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