[sharonpdx]

the girl effect

worth checking out.

because all girls have the right to:

• identification that allows them to prove their age, protect themselves from child marriage, open a bank account, and vote
• go to school on time and stay there through adolescence
• protect their health and their bodies
• be empowered and supported in their choices
• safe & decent work
• aid dollars
• to be recognized as a distinct group, not just "future mothers"
• advocates
• accountable representation
• our help

[with thanks to Jezebel]
[related: The Importance of Educating Girls (Jonathan Alter for Newsweek)]

silver falls: ten-falls loop

Last Sunday, I hiked the Ten Falls Loop (Trail of Ten Falls) in Silver Falls State Park with my new coworker.  It's 7 or 8 miles (I read it was 8 miles but it didn't feel like it) of pretty easy-going hiking - it was a great way to stay cool on a day that hit over 90 in Portland.  I can't  remember ever having the chance to walk behind a waterfall before.

 

Autumn's in the air here!  Coming soon: How I Spent My Summer Vacation.

mcneil point

a nice way to start the long weekend: McNeil Point.  9.8 miles, 2,000 ft elevation gain. 

more photos on flickr.