If we had to choose one tenet that encapsulates maternal feminism, this is it. There are five major things happening in this one small tenet. Let’s investigate. We [Big Ocean Women] are (1.) empowered by our (2.) feminine nature and (3.) biology, and we (4.) honor our [personal and collective] (5.) procreative power. The…
A delegation of Big Ocean women attended the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations in March. We gathered information, made new contacts, and interviewed women from around the world who are impacting their communities in positive ways. We are excited to share with members and cottage leaders over the coming months.…
Naomi Katz was born in New York where she “grew up in a very loving, kind family.” Her mom passed away four years ago. She was an incredible mom who, “in so many ways,” helped Naomi grow into the woman that she is today. She describes herself as being very lucky and grateful for that.…
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In every age and culture, perceptions of beauty have been a driving force for humankind. The question, “what is beauty?” was an occupation of the Greek philosophers. The answer, however, is extremely volatile. The great changeability of fashion exemplifies this. Even the concept of an ideal human form is in flux, leaving one to wonder…
We live in a time of confusion and contradiction. We live in an age when we are bombarded with calls to respect a specific group of people or a cause. There are public campaigns to respect women, to respect people of different races or ethnicities, to have respect for our environment and respect for human…
I have two beautiful children. I am grateful for them, and they bring joy and love into my life every day. I am grateful for the opportunity to have carried them, birthed them, and to love them. However, I have also had nine miscarriages. This means nine times…
May 2017 Big Ocean Live on Tenet: We are empowered by our feminine nature and biology and we honor our procreative power.
Tenet: We are empowered by our feminine nature and biology and we honor our procreative power
