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“There's this youth culture […] it really discards people once they reach a certain age. I actually think that people are so powerful and interesting — women, especially — when they reach my age. We've got so much to say, but popular culture is so reductive that we just talk about whether we've got wrinkles, or whether we've put on weight or lost weight, or whether we’ve changed our hairstyle. I just find that so shallow." — Annie Lennox Lady, People, Unisex, Annie Lennox, Older Women, Tavis Smiley, Olds, Aging Gracefully, Wise Women
“There's this youth culture […] it really discards people once they reach a certain age. I actually think that people are so powerful and interesting — women, especially — when they reach my age. We've got so much to say, but popular culture is so reductive that we just talk about whether we've got wrinkles, or whether we've put on weight or lost weight, or whether we’ve changed our hairstyle. I just find that so shallow." — Annie Lennox
Dame Judi Dench and Bill Nighy appear together in 2012 film 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' Films, Hollywood Star, Actors & Actresses, Bill Nighy, Christopher Bailey, British Actors, Judi Dench
Anna Wintour and Christopher Bailey Host London Evening Standard Theatre Awards
Dame Judi Dench and Bill Nighy appear together in 2012 film 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel'
This is Rose Valland, one of the heroes of Nazi-Occupied France. An employee of the Louvre, she kept records of the art stolen by Nazi officers—what was taken, from where, and by whom. She was instrumental in the postwar return of countless stolen pieces, and one of the most decorated women in French history. Man Ray, Vintage, Photography, Paris, Saint Etienne, Artists, Monument Men, Louvre, Woman
This is Rose Valland, one of the heroes of Nazi-Occupied France. An employee of the Louvre, she kept records of the art stolen by Nazi officers—what was taken, from where, and by whom. She was instrumental in the postwar return of countless stolen pieces, and one of the most decorated women in French history.
Miep Gies, the woman who hid Ann Frank and her family for 2 years. Dutch, Anne Frank, Miep Gies, Historical Photos, Interesting History, History Nerd, Old Photos, Great Women
Youth
Miep Gies, the woman who hid Ann Frank and her family for 2 years.
The first woman, Kathy Switzer, to run the Boston Marathon in 1967. A race official actually tried to grab her and yank her out of the race, but her friends helped her. Strong Women, Stevie Nicks, Female Athletes, Women's Rights, Amazing Women, Boston Marathon
something-nothing
The first woman, Kathy Switzer, to run the Boston Marathon in 1967. A race official actually tried to grab her and yank her out of the race, but her friends helped her.
The President Of Uruguay Has My Vote! – 8 Pics Humour, History, Presidents, Humanity Restored, World Leaders, Historia, I Voted, Fun Facts
The President Of Uruguay Has My Vote! - 8 Pics
The President Of Uruguay Has My Vote! – 8 Pics
Nelson Mandela Africa, Happiness, South Africa, Nelson Mandela Quotes, Greats, Famous People, Poster Pictures
Nelson Mandela Death Hoax
Nelson Mandela
“When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That’s the message he is sending.”  ~*thich nhat hanh (w/dr martin luther king jr) Buddha, Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam, Haus, King, King Jr, Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes
“When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That’s the message he is sending.” ~*thich nhat hanh (w/dr martin luther king jr)
Heston Blumenthal Recipes, Heston Blumenthal, Chef, Feast, Stunts, Edible, Edible Art
Heston Blumenthal
Wise words from Ricky Gervais… Ricky Gervais, Atheist Humor, Atheist Quotes, Losing My Religion, Best Quotes, Truth
The Internet's Most Asked Questions
Wise words from Ricky Gervais…
amen, Happy Birthday Julia! Inspiration, Great Quotes, Julia Child, Child Love, Good Morning America, Julia Child Recipes, Words, Famous
Reddit hacks you definitely need to know about
amen, Happy Birthday Julia!
Lorna Jane Clarkson Sporty, Outfits, Fashion, Fitness, Jillian Michaels, Office Exercise, Chic, Fitness Inspiration
About Us | Our Mission, Values & Founder
Lorna Jane Clarkson
Aron Ralston Arms, Ralston, Arm, Rappelling, Lost In Thought, Outdoorsman, Of My Life, Role Models
Aron Ralston
Eric Carle // that mess is awesome Studio, Famous Authors, Artist At Work, Famous Artists, Artist Studio, Studios, Typewriter, Gallery
Eric Carle // that mess is awesome
Zach Galifianakis should get the all time going to heaven award Funny Memes, Random Acts Of Kindness, A Good Man, Really Cool Stuff, Zach Galifianakis, Actors
The Internet's Most Asked Questions
Zach Galifianakis should get the all time going to heaven award
So true... Quotations, Coaching, Pre K, Education Quotes, Words Of Wisdom, Teaching Quotes
Quoteable Quote Monday | Midnight Music
So true...
Meryl Streep- on stereotypes York, Strong Mind, Sexism, Misogyny, Inspiring Women, Woman Quotes
ulga yevanova
Meryl Streep- on stereotypes
Anne Hathaway | “A man told me that for a woman, I was very opinionated. I said, 'for a man you're kind of ignorant'.” Portraits, Portrait, Annie Leibovitz, Anne Hathaway, Beautiful People, Pretty People, Women, Girl Crushes
Anne Hathaway | “A man told me that for a woman, I was very opinionated. I said, 'for a man you're kind of ignorant'.”
Love him. Funny Quotes, Hate, Favorite Quotes, Terms Of Service, Atheism, All About Time
Tickld
Love him.
Helena Bonham Carter - parenthood done right. Harry Potter Jokes, Comedy, Helena Bonham, Helena Bonham Carter, Audrey Tautou, Parenting Done Right, Parenthood, Harry Potter Obsession
On life and time.
Helena Bonham Carter - parenthood done right.
ian mckellen Gandalf, Sir Ian Mckellen, Ian Mckellen, Nerd Alert, Exhibit
ian mckellen
Maggie Smith behind the scenes.  Such an amazing and inspiring woman.  Filming the last two HPs during chemo.  ♥ her. Divergent, Harry Potter Fandom, Gossip Girl, Maggie Smith, Pulp Fiction, Bellatrix, Mischief Managed, Jack Kerouac
Maggie Smith behind the scenes. Such an amazing and inspiring woman. Filming the last two HPs during chemo. ♥ her.
Jake is great! Evan Peters, Jake Gyllenhaal, Gentleman, Celebrities, Dylan O'brien, Brokeback Mountain, Dan Stevens, Guys
10 points for Jake Gyllenhaal
Jake is great!
Julia Child Jon Stewart, Joie, Robert Downey Jr., Famous Faces
Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
Julia Child
Dalai Lama Dali City, Dalai Lama, Buddhism, Dali, Herrin, Buddha Life, Angela Davis, Vida
Dalai Lama
Arthur Potts Dawson of The People's Supermarket in London - brilliant idea, hope it succeeds London, Dawson, Tv Guide, Abc Tv, Hope, Arthur, Abc1, Supermarket
The People's Supermarket
Arthur Potts Dawson of The People's Supermarket in London - brilliant idea, hope it succeeds
Nigella Rocks Health, Nutrition, Nigella Lawson, Health Fitness, Detox, Food For Thought, Nigella
Gillian McKeith and Nigella Lawson Age 51 Comparison
Nigella Rocks