To my daughter, on #internationalwomensday: I was really nervous before you came into this world. As a woman there are so many expectations and demands that society can place on us—and will place on you. Your father and I won’t be able to shield you from everything, but I pray as you grow and mature, you find comfort in knowing you’re covered and protected. No matter how unfair life may be for you at times. No matter how often you will be challenged because of your gender. I want you to know that you were born to win—and you will. And not only because your father and I will always have your back; but, because you’re perfect, strong, beautiful (inside + out), and unique. You don’t have to succumb to society’s definition of how or what you should be. You have everything you need to chart your own path, Ire. And that’s because you were born with it. Love, Mom. 💕 #nationalwomensmonth #HipsterInTraining #internationalwomensday #gamechanger #futureworldleader (at Baltimore, Maryland)