MY TURN
'I Adopted a Rescue Dog—Days Later I Made a Heartbreaking Discovery'
Beau was a sweet and obedient yellow lab mix, a rescue who instantly won my heart.
'I Gave up Sugar for 60 Days. It Changed My Life'
I was dependent on sugar for boosting my energy and mood, until I went cold turkey.
'I Felt Like an Alien Before My Diagnosis, I Deserve Love Exactly As I Am'
It became clear that there was something wrong with me. I secretly suspected that I was born in a different galaxy far, far away.
'I Was a Secret Service Agent. I Wouldn't Have Taken Trump To The Capitol Either'
From my 14 years working in the Secret Service, I know that Presidents don't like to be told "no."
'I am Jane Doe #9 in The R.Kelly Trial—His Sentence Means I Didn't Suffer in Vain'
I used his first name in my victim impact statement. I was speaking to Robert. Saying: Robert, you did this. And you need help, in jail.
'I Was Adopted Months After Roe v. Wade, I Wish Abortion Had Been an Option for My Birth Mom'
While it's a cruel question to ask: "Would you rather have been aborted?" The answer, for me, is yes.
'I'm Not Having Any Bridesmaids at My Wedding. The Abuse I've Received is Shocking'
I hadn't expected such a negative reaction and I felt angry, confused and hurt.
'My Friends Ghosted Me When Both My Parents Got Sick'
If the past couple of years have taught me anything, it's that nothing is promise or guaranteed, not even lifelong friendship.
'I Drank a Bottle of Champagne and 2 Bottles of Red. Then I Quit'
Alcohol robbed small joys from my life. I missed too much of my life being numb or hungover.
'I Had Two Weddings Because of a Family Feud'
Having my parents in the same room, let alone the same city, wouldn't be a good idea in any way, shape or form.
'I Regret My Abortion. I'm Overjoyed About Roe v. Wade'
As I read the news that the Supreme Court of the United States of America had overturned Roe v. Wade, tears of joy began flowing.
'My Abortion Was Empowering. Roe's Obliteration Makes America More Hostile'
My thoughts immediately went to all of the people in Texas and across the country seeking abortion care.
Sharron Davies: I Was an Olympic Swimmer, I Want Trans Women Banned From all Female Sports
"If my 15-year-old son decided to transition, I would 100 percent support him. But I would not support him wanting to go into women's races."
'I've Lost Nearly $3m on Dogecoin'
In April 2021 my Dogecoin investment multiplied to $3 million. Now it's crashed to $230,000. But I'm here for the long run.
Misty May-Treanor: I'm a Beach Volleyball Champion—Title IX Was Life-Changing
"It's hard to fathom the idea of not being introduced to sports, let alone allowed to play, or that sports weren't offered because of your sex.
Sheryl Swoopes: I'm a Title IX Baby—I Made Guys Respect Me as a Baller
"The guys challenged me every time I stepped on the court and I gladly accepted it."
Jackie Joyner-Kersee: Men and Women Need To Fight Together For Equality
"The sexism we saw was more about our credibility, you would have whispers and people were saying we were on drugs."
Janet Evans: Title IX Moved Mountains for Women—But There's So Much More to Do
"It's important for me to be an ally and voice to make sure every girl who wants it has the opportunity to participate in sport."
Aliyah Boston: Black Women Deserve More Respect in Sport
"A lot of young kids, especially young girls, saw my emotional moment in 2021. I think it shows them the passion that we play with."
Venus Williams: I Want Women to Embrace Their Femininity and Power
"I can see that female soccer players like co-captain Megan Rapinoe and I have that shared joy of being able to be part of something bigger."
'I am Fat, I Grieve The Life I'd Have Had as a Thinner Person'
In my adult years, my size continued to be an issue as co-workers would tell me, "you'd be gorgeous if you lost weight."
'I Tattooed My Father's Inspiring Last Words Onto My Skin'
By 2019, Parkinson's disease and dementia had robbed him of the ability to stay steady on his feet.