Weekly Rundown: 8/8-8/14/2009

There is so much great stuff out there, I can’t possibly comment on all of it. I can, however, link it here for your enjoyment. Have you been reading or writing something interesting or important? Share a link in the comments!

Shelly is Winning – We Are the Real Deal
An incredible story about one woman’s battle with anorexia.

5 Simple Steps to Start Exercising – We Are the Real Deal
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Exercise Won’t Make You Thin – Time
Hmm… I think exercise is important to everyone for mental/physical health.  Not so sure why Time Magazine is focusing on thinness as a main motivator for exercise rather than overall health.  I’ll leave it to you to decide what you think.

Julie & Julia – Adventures of a Young Feminist
I can’t wait to see this one!

It’s not easy being green – A Little Help Please…
Great advice to a teen starting a new school situation, and a reminder that young people are very fragile, even if they don’t show it on the outside.

White House Launches Fatherhood Initiative – NPR
Encouraging responsible fathers.  This may be a good step in the right direction for equal partnership in caregiving.

Why ignore misogyny? (Because it hurts less.) – Feministing
On George Sodini targeting women when he brought a gun in a gym in PA and started shooting.

Feminist Refletion on Zooey Deschanel – Adventures of a Young Feminist
I love Zooey Deschanel (and her sister, Emily, who stars in Bones)!

Wrestling against Restrictions – FMF Choices Campus Blog
On female athletes in Iraq. A fascinating post.

It’s Hot Outside, Let’s Read a Book Instead – FMF Choices Campus Blog
Looking for a good, feminist, read?  Look no further!

Play Cool, Kids, Play Cool – Feministe
An awesome post by @frausallybenz that combines girls, boys, My Little Pony, The Male Gaze, AND The Rules.  Well done.

Women Who Inspire Us – Feminist Peace Network
Amazing women.  I am truly inspired.

Can a busy woman give reliable evidence? A judge says no – The Globe and Mail
This just disgusts me and saddens me.  She’s a busy, professional woman and her evidence is discounted in court because of that?  Ugh.

There are no safe spaces – Feministing
On how a seemingly safe, violence-free, internet space can turn ugly at the drop of a hat.

We Don’t Need Another Wave (review) – Young Feminist Adventures
We need a movement!

Feminism through cooking – Deeply Problematic
Can you be a feminist and still cook?  RMJ says yes, and I agree!

As always, excellent responses to the Undomestic 10!

And, a little humor from Toothpaste for Dinner:
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What is the ideal husband, anyway?  Is it as elusive as a good wife?

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