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All about women in the art world; famous female artists and subjects, and artwork with a feminist perspective.

The Day the Router Died
The glowing blue light of the living room router did not just blink out; it felt as though it took the literal oxygen from the room with it. For Marcus, the silence that followed was immediate and deafening. His thumb instinctively scrolled against a completely dark smartphone screen, frozen mid-swipe on a social media feed that would no longer refresh. Across the room, his teenage daughter, Maya, stared blankly at her tablet as her high-definition video feed froze into an ugly, pixelated mosaic of unmoving colors. In the kitchen, his wife, Sarah, paused mid-recipe, her smart-screen refrigerator suddenly refusing to display the next culinary step. The smart home had gone completely dumb in a matter of seconds, and the family was left stranded in the quiet aftermath.
By Asghar ali awan4 months ago in Viva
Robin's Art
Introduction I am not sure how I first became Facebook friends with Robin Grotjan, maybe it was through Mafia Wars, an addictive Facebook game that I managed to forget about. She had a joint acvount with her husband Ron who she lost to cancer but I was good friends with both of them, and am still in close contact with Robin.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Viva
The White Elixir: Why Milk is the Ultimate Secret Superfood. AI-Generated.
Imagine a drink that can strengthen your skeleton, give you glowing skin, help you crush your fitness goals, and even tuck you into bed at night. No, it is not a magic potion from a fantasy novel. It is sitting right there in your fridge, inside that humble carton of milk. For centuries, milk has been a foundational element of the human diet. Yet, in our modern world of trendy juices and complex energy drinks, we often take this classic beverage for granted. It is time to look past the cereal bowl and rediscover why milk truly deserves its reputation as nature's ultimate liquid gold. The Ultimate Bone Architect From our very first steps in life, we are told to drink our milk so we can grow up big and strong. This is not just an old wives' tale or a clever marketing trick used by parents to get children to finish their breakfast. Milk is a nutritional powerhouse loaded with calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D. These three elements work together like a highly skilled construction crew for your skeletal system. Think of calcium as the solid bricks of your body, while vitamin D acts as the mortar that holds everything together and allows your system to absorb that calcium efficiently. Without this daily reinforcement, your bones would become fragile over time. Drinking milk regularly ensures that your teeth remain sparkling and your bones stay resilient, shielding you against fractures and weakness as you age. Nature's Elite Post Workout Recovery Move over, expensive chemical protein powders and artificial fitness supplements. If you hit the gym, lift weights, or enjoy long runs, milk might just be your new best friend. It is what scientists call a complete protein. This means it naturally contains all nine essential amino acids that your body cannot produce on its own but desperately needs to function at its peak performance. Milk delivers a beautiful combination of two high quality proteins. First, there is whey protein, which is absorbed rapidly by the body, making it perfect for immediately repairing the microscopic tears in your muscles after a grueling workout. Second, there is casein protein, which digests slowly, providing your muscles with a steady, continuous stream of nutrition over several hours. In fact, fitness experts often point to simple chocolate milk as one of the best recovery drinks on the planet because it has the ideal ratio of carbohydrates and protein to refuel exhausted muscles. Glowing Skin and Timeless Beauty Ever wonder how ancient historical figures like Cleopatra maintained their legendary, flawless beauty? Historical accounts suggest she regularly bathed in fresh milk. While you certainly do not need to fill your entire bathtub with dairy to see the benefits, drinking milk does absolute wonders for your complexion. Milk is naturally rich in vitamin A, vitamin B complexes, and antioxidants that help promote cellular renewal. These nutrients work diligently from the inside out to keep your skin hydrated, smooth, and radiant. Furthermore, the lactic acid naturally found in dairy helps clear away dullness and retains moisture. Instead of spending a fortune on complicated multi step skincare routines, adding a glass of milk to your daily diet provides your skin with the fundamental nourishment it needs to glow naturally. The Original Sleep Aid and Stress Reliever We have all experienced those frustrating nights where we stare blankly at the ceiling, counting endless sheep and waiting for sleep to arrive. The next time insomnia strikes, skip the late night smartphone scrolling and pour yourself a comforting glass of warm milk instead. This time honored tradition is backed by real science. Milk contains an amino acid called tryptophan, as well as natural melatonin, which are the chemical precursors required by your brain to produce serotonin, the hormone responsible for relaxation and happiness. When you warm the milk up, it creates a soothing physical sensation that lowers your heart rate and signals to your nervous system that it is safe to calm down. It acts like a gentle, completely natural lullaby for your mind, helping you drift into a deep and restorative sleep. Weight Management and Metabolic Balance In the modern quest for weight loss, many people mistakenly cut out dairy, thinking it might slow them down. However, evidence suggests that milk can be a fantastic tool for managing a healthy weight. Because it is so rich in protein and healthy fats, drinking a glass of milk can significantly increase your feelings of fullness and satiety. When you feel satisfied, you are far less likely to reach for unhealthy, sugary snacks between your meals. Additionally, the high calcium content in milk has been linked to improved metabolic function, helping your body utilize energy more efficiently rather than storing it. It provides clean, sustained energy that keeps you active and alert throughout the day without the sudden crashes associated with caffeine or sugar. A Multivitamin in a Glass If you look closely at the nutritional profile of milk, it resembles a premium multivitamin liquid. Beyond the calcium and protein, it delivers a massive dose of vitamin B12, which is absolutely vital for brain health and the creation of red blood cells. It also contains potassium, an essential mineral that helps regulate blood pressure and keeps your cardiovascular system running smoothly. It provides riboflavin, magnesium, and zinc, all wrapped up in a delicious, easily consumable package that requires no preparation. Ultimately, milk is far more than just a simple beverage to pour over your morning oats or mix into your afternoon coffee. It is a complex, nutrient dense superfood meticulously designed by nature to fuel your muscles, protect your bones, beautify your skin, and soothe your mind. So, the next time you open your refrigerator, reach for that carton, pour yourself a tall glass, and raise it high. Here is to your health, your energy, and your well being.
By Shoaib5 months ago in Viva
Woo~Woo Weekdays: Part Two
The house is dark and quiet. I reach for my glasses and robe and putter my slipper cladden feet out to the kitchen, a parade of puppy and kitten paws pattering behind me.
By Alys Revna5 months ago in Viva
Respecting the Crone’s Wisdom
The Right to Refuse There comes a moment in many women’s lives when the body speaks with such force that it can no longer be ignored.
By THE HONED CRONE5 months ago in Viva
Hard Rock Goddesses
Introduction I made the title singular just because it sounds better than what the plural would be. It seems that rock groups and rock and roll bands have been the domain of men throughout a lot of my life, but that is not the reality in music, give a girl a guitar and she can riff as well as any man.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Viva
Why Female-Dominated Hobbies Are Rarely Taken Seriously
A handmade quilt can take hundreds of hours to create. A detailed scrapbook can preserve decades of family history. A skilled makeup artist can transform a face into a work of art. Yet many hobbies enjoyed primarily by women are still treated as trivial, shallow, or less important than hobbies associated with men.
By Ojo5 months ago in Viva
A Hopeless Romantic's Guide to Decentering Men. ✨
De-centering men was my greatest act of self love. ~ unknown author. Women are taught, either inherently or intentionally, to center men from the day we are born. Even the birthing process itself can be considered male-centric, if you get the wrong doctor or practice. My mother tells the story of a traumatic birth when she had me: of a brusk, impatient male doctor, of requests falling on deaf ears, of an emotionally absent male partner.
By Alys Revna5 months ago in Viva
weird girl diaries
hey get off the internet, I need to use the phone. Sixteen-year-old me was a force to be reckoned with. A product of her time, she was an emo kid to her very core. Her black box dyed hair was styled in a deep side part and side bangs, with stripey lavender highlight, of course. She spent her time holed up in her lime green bedroom, picking out the perfect song for her Myspace page, taking selfies with duck lips and her fingers in a peace sign, and waiting for her friends to come online on AIM.
By Alys Revna6 months ago in Viva
Mira Mediterranean Becomes a Power Room as Branson Cognac and Hakk Honor Industry Women by NWO Sparrow
A deeper look at the women behind the biggest wins in music, media, and culture by NWO Sparrow 50 Cent, Hakk, and Mira Mediterranean Toast the Women Behind the Scenes
By NWO SPARROW7 months ago in Viva
The Street Artist
How One Woman Uses Art to Make the Homeless Visible THE CHALK OUTLINE OF FORGOTTEN LIVES 🖍️ Maria Alvarez does not sell her art in galleries or display it in museums because her canvas is the sidewalk and her subjects are the homeless people who sleep on those sidewalks and who are walked past by thousands of commuters daily without being acknowledged or even consciously perceived, and Maria's art involves creating life-size chalk portraits around the actual sleeping positions of homeless individuals during the early morning hours before they wake, so that when morning commuters arrive they see vivid colorful artistic representations of human beings in the exact spots where they would normally see nothing because they have trained themselves to look through homeless people as though they were part of the urban landscape rather than human beings deserving of acknowledgment 🌆
By The Curious Writer7 months ago in Viva
The Vulture's Runway
High fashion doesn't discover culture; it bleaches it until the only thing left is the price tag and the name of a man who has never stepped foot in the dust where the pattern was born. "The clock has struck three, the coffee is cold, and the shadows are beginning to speak. Welcome back to the desk of The Night Writer. Tonight, we’re looking at a heist that didn't happen in a vault, but on the runway, and the loot isn't diamonds—it’s the soul of a continent." You see it on the cover of the glossies. You see it strutting down the carpet at the Met Gala. A "groundbreaking" spring collection from a fabled Parisian house, featuring vibrant, interlocking geometric shapes, bold concentric circles, and the recognizable rhythm of African textiles. The critics rave about the "fresh," "global" perspective. The price tag on a simple wrap skirt is $18,000. You are not looking at innovation. You are looking at a masterclass in elegant burglary.
By The Night Writer 🌙 8 months ago in Viva