2015: A Year in review

Hi!

So being 2015 is coming to a close I wanted to share some of my favorite things that I have experienced or heard about. For me 2015 was a year of new things, of firsts. 2015 was definitely not a bad year. So here is my list of 2015 favorites in no specific order.

1. I started my Freshman year of High School.

Despite what people say from my first 4 months of High school I can tell you that it is definitely not an awful or scary place. It is a place full of amazing opportunities from theater to sports to more challenging classes to the social aspects. Though I don’t know how many new friends I have really made so far but I personally have grown closer with the ones I currently have.

2. I attended NerdCon:Stories.

My mom and I after a full day at NerdCon.

On October 9th and 10th I got to attend this amazing event at the Minneapolis Convention center. This event was created by Hank Green and Patrick Rothfuss for people who love stories. It didn’t matter what types or how these stories are shared. This convention had a wide range of special guests from authors like John Green and Rainbow Rowell, to rappers like Dessa Darling, to actors like the cast of Welcome to Night Vale, to activists like Jackson Bird, to singers like Harry and the Potters and Paul & Storm, to YouTubers like Vlogbrothers (John and Hank Green) and Rosianna Halse Rojas. There was even a Giant Squid! Coming into this event I didn’t know who the majority of the guests but I left excited to learn more about them and experience more of their creations. Not only did I get to meet some of these special guests I also got to meet other people my age who loved stories just as much as I do. This year was the first year of NerdCon and will be held again next year. I can’t wait to go again!

3. I (we) earned my (our) Silver Award!

Yes as you may have guessed this is my Girl Scout Silver Award project, along with Haley’s and Julia”s. After about 2 years of hard work we got our project officially approved by the Girl Scout Council. So thank you to everyone who helped and supported us through this amazing experience. I personally can’t wait to start my Gold Award.

I can’t wait to see what 2016 brings!

I wish you all a Happy New Years!

~ Abby

2016 Resolutions!

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It's so hard to believe that in a couple days it's going to be 2016. I feel like it just became 2015 and now it's going to be 2016. This is that time of year when people set their New Year's resolutions.

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Resolution:

A desicion to do or not do something

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Why Keep a Resolution

Now let's be honest, not that many people actually keep their New Year's resolutions. But they help you realize things that you want to change in your life. That is the main idea behind them, they outline the goals you have for yourself throughout the next year. That is the reason why you should make one. If you want to try to beat the odds at keeping resolutions try to find ways that work for you for keeping it. If you still don't have any ideas, look at some common resolutions and see if they help

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Some Ways to Keep a Resolution

1. Only make one resolution (that is practical as well)
2. Make a plan of action (Don't go in blind)
3. Keep trying (Don't quit after a slip-up)
4. It helps you to have a visual reminder as well. There is really no concrete evidence on  how many days it takes to form a habit but 30 is a good standard. Here is a tip, take 30    post-it notes and stick them on the wall. Everyday when you keep your resolution take one   down. When you run out of post-it notes put more up and keep going.

Some Common Resolutions
1. Quiting a bad habit
2. Exercising/getting healthy
3. Learning something new
4. Travel
5. Spend more time with family/friends
 

My new years resolution for this year is to stop procrastinating. I also asked Julia what   hers was and she said it was to appreciate the smaller and simpler things in life.

-Haley

Self Esteem Craft

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We had the kick-off for our blog a couple months ago. As part of the event we did a craft. We thought that it would be a good idea to share this craft with people that could not attend. This craft is all about improving self esteem using positive words. It doesn't take that long and is pretty easy. Have fun!

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Materials

A Canvas
Scissors 
Pencil 
Mod Podge
Dish for the Mod Podge
Brush
Letter of Your First Name
Positive Words That Describe You

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Step 1

Take the scrapbook paper, mod podge, and brush and mod podge the scrapbook paper on the canvas however you want. You can use just one sheet of paper or little scraps. You can rip them or cut them out. You do not have to worry about bubbles because the mod podge dries flat and it also dries clear.

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Step 2

Type the words that describe you and then cut out all of your words. Also get your letter of your first name. You could make your own like I did with construction paper or buy a pre-made one. Once you are done, mod podge them onto your canvas and you are done!

-Haley

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Around Minnesota

Living in Minnesota never gets old. Why? There are so many different components, cultures and lifestyles that make up Minnesota that traveling a few miles can make you feel like you’re in a completely different state. Recently I went up North to the Lake Superior shoreline, near Grand Marais. If you’ve ever had the privilege of visiting Grand Marais, then you know that it truly is the coolest small town in America. But the temperature might be the only cool thing about it. The atmosphere and the people are incredibly warm and inviting. It’s like you have entered an entirely different world. Minnesota nice really does sum up what this town is all about. And of course, the views...just, wow. Imagine looking out onto an ocean, a vast, shining body of water, and realizing that you are nowhere near the coast. Lake Superior, the coldest and cleanest of the great lakes, is the ocean of Minnesota. It’s an amazing experience to stand on the shore and just breathe in that cold air. Yes, it is cold; layers of clothing are imperative when up North. But this area of Minnesota is stunning. If I could travel to any part of the world, I would go back to Grand Marais.

Welding

My Owl

Anika's Flower

My Flower

Anika's Fish

Anika welding with Grandpa

Me welding with Grandpa

My grandparents live on a farm, which is pretty cool. Throughout my life I have looked forward to going to the farm, because I have been able to do some pretty cool things there that I can’t do at home. A while ago, my Grandpa started to weld some really cool sculptures using old farm parts. Welding is when you join together two metal pieces by heating them to the point of melting. My sister Anika and I went to the farm for a few days last summer without my parents. My parents and grandparents really thought that Anika and I should try welding. While we were at the farm for those few days we decided we would learn how to weld. The first thing we had to do was get some really “cute” welding clothes. We each had a pair of my cousin’s old sweatpants and one of my grandma’s old shirts. We had to wear special helmets and gloves while welding because the sparks could damage your eyes if you looked at them for too long. The sparks could also burn you. Anika managed to burn a hole in her shoes which I think is pretty funny.  The first day we decided to start with an easy little flower. We got to look through a huge pile of metal farm parts to find the things we wanted to make our flower. We each chose some gears for the flower, a stick for the stem and some pieces of a chain for the leaves on the stem. My sister went first and I was excited to give it a try as well. Welding is unlike anything I have ever done before. It was actually pretty easy and not as scary as I thought it was going to be. I think it's so cool how you can just melt together two pieces of metal. The next day we decided that we wanted to try again and make something a little more advanced. Anika made a fish sculpture. She had to use this crazy blow torch thing that cut through a steel plate. I made an owl. My grandpa came up with the idea. We used some horse shoes, some washers, this kind of metal lattice, and some random other metal sticks. I think that it is really cool that I know how to weld. I like seeing the people building at my school welding all of the steel columns together because I know how to do what they are doing.

-Haley

They Planted a Garden!

We are very excited to have a quest blogger! So heres a blog written by Jamelia about their silver award.

~ Abby

Silver Award Project 2015

Jamelia, Elizabeth, and Madison.

In our community garden, Madison, Elizabeth and I decided to plant cherry tomatoes, jalapenos, red and green bell peppers and herbs. The type of herbs that we planted, were cilantro, rosemary, thyme, and basil.

Madison, Elizabeth and I are part of the River Valley Girl Scout troop 12717. Elizabeth has been in the troop for about 9 years, Madison for 5 years and I have been in the troop for 4 years. Being a cadette we have many responsibilities, we continuously learn how to accept leadership responsibilities, and take on new and exciting projects, while educating others about our community projects.

Where we decided to have our community garden on the back patio of a senior living home called Trails of Orono. We chose this specific area because we needed a place where the garden was going to be appreciated and cared for on the days that we were not able to water. We also choose to start the garden at Trails because we contacted Chelsea, the activities director, and she had mentioned that the residents living there loved to garden and would also love  Girl Scouts to be involved.

Our Girl scout troop decided to start a community garden, because we wanted something that would be sustainable as well as something that would provide for the community Our Girl Scout troop has gained many things from the community garden. We developed our gardening skills, improved our communication skills and developed responsibility skills as well do. Choosing Trails of Orono as a location to start our garden was a great idea, as it created exciting opportunities for the seniors, as well as ourselves over the course of this summer.

The Adventures of A Little Free Library

Hi!
So a while ago Julia and I got to help out with a friend's Silver award project. So we wanted to share this awesome way Annika chose to impact her community, so I asked Annika to tell us about her project. Here's what she said:

Connection of neighbors, connection of learning. These two concepts were the basis of my silver award project. My project was to build a Little Free Library for my neighborhood. The need I saw in the community was to make a place where neighbors come together. As I started thinking of possible projects, I thought of a new craze, Little Free Libraries (LFL). A LFL is a mix of a birdhouse and a mail box but instead of holding birds or mail it holds books. Silver award projects require many hours of planning, time, and leadership. I had to plan an event to start building the library and an open house to introduce my neighborhood to their newest addition. I had to use my leadership as a Girl Scout to turn these ideas into action and actually make them happen. There were many bumps in the road but eventually the smooth pavement came to relieve the struggle. The moment I put the last screw into the counting post felt like the best thing in the world. Now as I see my neighbors stopping by I know I have made a difference in their lives by giving them a first-class trip at their finger tips. As for you, when you have a dream, big or small, make them reality no matter how bumpy the road may be.

~ Annika 

    Troop 13749

You can find Little Free Libraries all over the world. To learn more or to find one near you visit: http://littlefreelibrary.org 

Have a wonderful week!

~ Abby

Friends Can Be Furry, Too

Happy Wednesday, readers!

Picture your best friend. What does she look like? What's her favorite food? Her favorite band? We all have that friend who makes us laugh even when no one said anything funny, or who you know what they're thinking about from across the room. Friends come in different shapes and sizes, and they aren't always people. Pets can be just as hilarious or comforting as any human. Studies done by Cambridge University show that pets can help lower stress/anxiety levels and therefore benefit your health. Pet owners- whether that means owning a brightly colored fish or an energetic puppy- saw that they suffered less headaches and fevers, or other small ailments. Pets also teach responsibility. Someone's gotta feed the cat and walk the dog! But most of all, they give us companionship, love and affection. My cat, Olive, loves to play with pretty much anything- which is just as fun to watch as it is for her! But if you can't have a pet because of where you live, allergies, etc.- hey, there's always the zoo! And even just walking through a pet store or humane society can give you a taste of what it's like to have a pet. Everybody's got a best friend to support and to rely on. Just remember that friends can be furry, too:)

7 Tips So School Doesn't Kill You!

                           

1. Keep your alarm clock across the room from your bed.

I love my sleep. Getting up early is awful. When the alarm goes off in the morning, all I want to do is hit the snooze button to catch 5 more minutes. The only thing more annoying than waking up early, is having to turn off my alarm clock.  Putting the clock across the room so I have to get up and turn it off gets me out of bed.

    2. Plan things ahead of time.

Planning ahead is key for school. Laying out your clothes, packing your backpack, and making a lunch at night is one of the most helpful tips for school. You can save the time it takes to stare into your closet and scramble around the night before. Catching those 10 minutes extra of sleep is a beautiful thing.

    3. Prioritize your homework.

If there was an award for the biggest procrastinator, I definitely would be a possible recipient. I tend to push getting things done back to later because when I get home I just want to take a break. But prioritizing your homework is key to getting it done. Put less fun homework on the top of your list to get it out of the way. Put homework that you have multiple days to finish at the bottom.

   4. Stay organized.

I know that this might seem super obvious, but it really helps. Try doing your homework in the same place each day so you don’t have things in 7 different places. Get a cute expandable file and keep all of your important papers filed. Now you won’t need to stress while running around trying to find your science homework 2 minutes before the bus comes.  Everything you need will be right there.

   5. Use a planner

Again this could be a pretty obvious one but it really helps. Just having a place where you can write down dates for tests, projects, and most importantly homework. Plan ahead.  That way you don’t have a surprise, because those kind of surprises aren’t fun.

  6. Do homework in a place that won’t be distracting

I understand that doing homework in front of the TV can be very appealing, but it is also very distracting. Do homework in places such as your bedroom or a home office. It could really be anywhere that isn’t going to make you get off task, which is only going to make doing your homework take twice as long.

   7. Take study breaks

Just because you need to stay focused doesn’t mean you can’t take breaks. Take one every 30 minutes or after you finish homework for a class. Maybe don’t start watching TV during your break, get a snack, take a stretch break, or listen to your favorite song.

Good luck!

Life at the Cabin

Me waterskiing, jet skiing, paddle boarding, and just lounging at the lake.

Minnesota is the land of over 10,000 lakes. On many of these lakes are home to wonderful wildlife and peoples homes or vacation homes that we seem to call cabins. To me a person who has been spending summers at a cabin all of her life it is a place for family and friends to just hang out and relax together. So you may be wondering what fun things you can do at a cabin while you can:

1. Go Swimming. Swimming is a very fun from floating to jumping off of docks or boats. Just make sure to know swimming strengths and where the lake depth changes just so you stay safe.
2. Waterskiing. Waterskiing can be rather difficult but once you get the hang of it it is really fun. Just remember everyone learns at a different pace.
3. Tubing. Tubing is a fun activity that takes little to no skill for the tubers. 
4. Boating. Boating is fun leisure activity for all ages so it is an awesome family activity.
5. Jet Skiing. Jet skiing is a lot more fast pace then boating and gives you a feeling of freedom at least when you are driving.
6. Paddle Boarding. This is trendy and relatively new thing and it is pretty awesome. There are many ways to make this more challenging such as paddle board yoga which is a lot harder than you'd think.
7. Kayaking. This is a fun activity to do. You can do it by yourself or with friends or family. It’s also calming and rather relaxing.

 Things you could do but I haven’t gotten to try yet

1. Kneeboarding.
2. Wake boarding.
3. Wake surfing.

Just remember to be safe and wear a life jacket. Get inspired and do something outside.

~ Abby

Start School Right

Hi, readers!
           The leaves are changing. School is starting up for many of you, and for some it has already started. For most of us, this means seeing old friends again, homework, and learning new things. But you might have a different experience when you walk to class. Trying to fit in, drama, and bullying can also define our time at school. But it can't define us. I know you've probably heard this same speech hundereds of times, but I can't stress how important it is to stand up for yourself. Some of you might be moving to a new school, or transitioning to middle or high school, which is terrifying. There will be new people, new teachers, and new obstacles to overcome. But the most important thing to remember is that you can't be defined by what you wear, or how you do your hair. You are defined by your personality, likes and dislikes; what makes you...you. So when the school years starts, don't worry about what others think. You just be you. 'Cuz you're awesome, girl!

The Great Minnesota Get Together

My little sister and I at A Fabulous Fair Alphabet on Machinery Hill

It's that time of year again!!! The State Fair is here and though that means (for me anyways) that school is almost here, I still look forward to it every year. My sister, Mom and I go the first day of The Fair and then we usually go again with my Dad. Every year the fair lasts 12 days. this year it goes from August 27th to September 7th.

Things to do at the fair:

1. Eat some food.

One of the top reasons why The Fair is so awesome!

   

 Twist Ice Cream cones with my
 sister from the Dairy Building

Pronto Pup! (I may
have had 3 over 2 days)

Cheese Curds!

Sweet Martha's Cookies

Fresh French Fries

Apple Cider Freeze (so good
for hot days spent outside)

Deep Fried Resse's
Peanut Butter Cups 

 2. Learn.

We meet the President,
First lady and their dog Bo

With my mom. We think
math is cool

Visit the education building.

Visit Math on a stick (new this year). Located on Machinery Hill visit here for fun for your whole fair day. 

Get educated about the upcoming elections.

Walking History Tour (also a good way to make sure you cover the whole fair).
Visit A Fabulous Fair Alphabet.
Go to one of the many themed days at The Fair. (For example STEM day which is typically the first day)

3. Support a good cause.

There is a booth for practically every local organization so you can go learn about one you have already heard of
 or find something new but it is a wonderful opportunity to get
 inspired by local organizations.

4. Giant Slide 

At The Fair there are many rides and different attractions. I have grown up going to The Fair but we never did the midway or any of that stuff but for some reason we always went on the Giant Slide. It is definitely one of my must-dos every year. 

5. Sing a song

The Giant Sing Along located on top of Machinery hill and plays a rotation of 50 songs. These songs have a wide range in genre and vary in age making it a great activity for the entire family!

There is still plenty of time to go to The Minnesota Sate Fair to eat some deep fried food on a stick and get inspired!
~Abby

Saving The Day: The Portrayal of Women in Our World

Jambo readers!
            Quick; name as many superheroes as you can in ten seconds. Go! Which ones did you think of? Superman? Batman? The Flash? Now, name as many female superheroes as you can. How many do you know? When I first tried this, I realized I only know one; Wonderwoman! The thing is, men were always looked at as the ones that saved the world, not women. Women were always portrayed as the villains, or the damsels in distress. Now, I know that comic books are pretty much a thing of the past, and these views of women are somewhat outdated. But the influence that these stereotypes brought upon the global community still remains. And it's not just superheroes. Men star in movies more, are more involved in politics, and are the heads of more companies than women. I know it sounds cheesy, but you can help stop this stereotype by being a hero in your community. Get involved! Be active in the things going around you. Before you know it, all women will break that glass ceiling and become strong, independent leaders. I challenge you to be a role model to young girls around you. Save the day!

Facing Your Fears

Ferris wheel at Valleyfair

Everyone is afraid of something, big or small. I would say that I have more fears than the average person. Facing your fears can be a very scary task. I try to face my fears occasionally, but facing your fears might not be a walk in the park. Earlier this summer I went to Valleyfair with some of my friends. For those of you that don’t know, Valleyfair is an outdoor amusement park in Shakopee, Minnesota. One of my many fears is ferris wheels. According to my parents, I loved them when I was younger, but now I hate them. I think it’s because of the height combined with the swinging. I really don’t know! So when we were at Valleyfair, I went on the ferris wheel. I was with friends who were trying to make me feel better because I was really nervous. I did it! Although I wouldn’t say that I was calm the entire time, but I did it. Just because you face a fear it doesn’t mean that you are instantly going to overcome your fear. But, at least you know you can handle it. I wouldn’t say that I’m over my fear, but I’m getting there. I know that I can handle it. I’ve learned that a tip for facing your fear is to take baby steps. If you are afraid of the ocean, don’t go swimming in it.  Spend a couple minutes dipping your toes in it, then take a break.  Eventually, you will build up the confidence you need to take on your fear.  So if you want to face a fear of yours, do it. Even if you don’t fully overcome it you make progress towards overcoming your fear by doing this. You might even realize that it’s stupid and nothing you have to worry about anymore. Even just giving it a try makes you feel really good. Good luck!

Express Yourself

Ciao readers!

Let’s face it- we all need a way to blow off steam. All the ups and downs in our lives can make it  feel like there’s no way off the stressful roller coaster of life. But the good thing is everyone has a way to express themselves. For some its painting. Others might prefer running or exercising. But for me it's dance.

I started dancing when I was three, and let me tell you something- I really hated it at first. All throughout elementary school, I dreaded Monday dance class. Why? Because, I later figured out, I didn’t have a reason to dance. I just did it. And after a while, I began to realize that dancing was a great way to express myself. It started to be fun. Every last worry, every little stressful event I was going through just...melted away, like candy on your tongue. So my advice to you is to go out and find your passion, your ticket off that roller coaster. I challenge you to try new things. To find something that really sticks, and stick with it. Trust me, it’s definitely worth it.

-Julia

Travel

Picture taken in Hawaii on another adventure I've been on.

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all-Helen Keller

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines travel as going on a trip or journey. You can learn and see lots of new things while traveling. During the past year or so I’ve been on lots of lovely adventures and tried new things. This summer one of the new places I went was Park City, Utah. My family and I went on a road trip there. We went with my grandparents. We’ve gone on a road trip with them pretty much every summer since I was born. I got to see lots of new things and places. One of my favorite things I did in Utah was go to the Olympic Park. The Olympic Park is where some of the events at the 2002 Olympics were held. My dad, my sister, and I went on a zipline there. At first it was really scary, but I’m glad I did it because it was a lot of fun! Another place I went this summer was Ely, MN. We saw some wolves and bears there, though they weren’t in the wild (they were in the wolf and bear centers). They were cool animals to see. I got to try kayaking as well, which was super fun! We stayed in a fancy lodge with a lot of my family. Though not everyone has the time to travel a crazy amount away from home, you can still go on adventures. You can just look online for somewhere new in your own state or even your city. It could be a hiking trail, restaurant, or museum etc. You don’t need to travel halfway around the world to see something new. Adventure could be waiting in your own backyard!

The View From a Mountain

Hola Readers!
If I were a doctor, and you, or anyone, were my patient, I would prescribe the healing powers of climbing a mountain.
Just last week, my family and I drove thirteen hours to Pray, Montana, a small town with big mountains. We stayed at a cabin in between two mountain ranges.
 My family does a lot of geocaching, which is basically just plugging in coordinates into your handy GPS and following them to the hidden peanut butter jar full of plastic toys. Of course it's not about finding the toys; it's more about pride, and being able to say you've found 100 geocaches or something like that. Anyways, my dad was looking for geocaches in the area and happened to find one that was definitely worth bragging about. This one had been hidden on the very top of Emigrant Peak, the tallest mountain in Pray. So off we went, up a steep trail that would lead us to the treasure. At first, the trail was manageable; just a slight incline. The views were fantastic nonetheless. You could literally see every pine tree for miles (there were a lot of pine trees there)! But after about a half-hour of hiking, the path suddenly became almost vertical; this is where my mom and brother stopped. We left them with the food and the bear spray and continued up the steep trail to the elusive geocache.
If you have never climbed a mountain before, it's not all fun and games. First off, the air is very thin on top of a mountain. Hiking up a steep, winding trail and having to make do with a small amount of oxygen are not a great combination. We had to stop every few minutes to catch our breath. At last, we reached a flat clearing. And let me tell you that I have never seen something more amazing than the view I saw then. You could see absolutely everything, from the thick carpet of pine trees to the last detail of every other mountain around. The sunlight touches everything, adding a surreal effect to the panoramic view. Just one small problem: the geocache was still thousands of feet above our heads! We were 7,200 feet above sea level, but we still had more to go if we were to reach the treasure.
Unfortunately, the path that led from the clearing to the top was even steeper than the path we had already conquered! This was the end of the mountain climbing adventure for me, but the awesomeness of the whole experience is something I will never forget. Let me tell you, people, there is nothing more exciting, healing or rewarding than conquering a mighty mountain of your own. Even if you don't make it all the way to the top, the view is still amazing.
-Julia

5 inspiring female characters

1. Helene Aqullia from An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

Helene inspires me by showing that girls can do anything that guys can do. She is the only girl who has been chosen to attend her country's military academy and is also one of the top of the class.

2. Beatrice Prior from Divergent by Veronica Roth

Beatrice inspires me to trust my gut. She also inspires me to be myself and do what I believe no matter what the cost.

3. Annabeth Chase from Percy Jackson & the Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus by Rick Riordan

Annabeth is inspiring because it shows that a girl can be clever, smart, and a strong leader who doesn’t have to sit back and go with the flow.

4. America singer from The selection by Keira Cass

America Singer inspires me by staying true to herself and her beliefs/morals even in a new situation that could change her life forever.

5. Hermione Granger from Harry potter by J.K. Rowling

Hermione Granger is inspiring because she proves that girls are just as smart as boys. She is the top of her class and won’t let anyone push her or anyone she cares about around.

5 Other Books You Might Enjoy

1. The 39 clues by Various Authors

2. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 

3. The Girl of Fire and Thorns by Rae Carson 

4. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

5. Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

~ Abby

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In The Beginning...

We are three girls from Wayzata, Minnesota who are on a mission; to help girls in our community (or everywhere) to become the best person they can be and inspire them to dream big and be confident. Looking around us we noticed that girls our age have a hard time getting their voice heard and standing up for what they believe in. We stopped and thought, this needs to change. So for our Girl Scout Silver Award, we decided to start Zata Inspires! On this blog, you will find tons of self-esteem-boosting stuff: quotes, videos, songs, interviews, and challenges for you to expand your horizons and help you see the strong, confident girl inside.
-Abby, Haley, and Julia