“Wonderful essay, it touched me.”
~ Andrea C
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What are readers saying about Allison’s writing?
“Enjoyed your blog. I will spend more time reading your articles and share them with my students. I am always looking for ways to showcase the achievements of GREAT women, especialy for my young female students who are just starting out….” MC, editor of www.thefearlessblog.blogspot.com
For article “Building a Brand So Sweet, it Lasts for Generations: The Story of See’s Chocolates”
“fantastic, and thank you for this story! i LOVE see’s chocolates. i wish we could get them, where we live. when my aunt comes to visit, from CA, she always brings lovely gifts of see’s chocolates! ”
Jessie Voights
“I’m always inspired by people who overcome obstacles to achieve something really great. Thanks for your story and for pointing us to Women Making & Discovering Their Own History.”
Lisa Gensheimer
“Very well done in a way that shows hard work and using ideas that worked for others can bring success! ” Scott Perry
A writer probably always has several projects in the works and I am no different.
One of the greatest challenges is to find the time to capture all a writer wants to say into words. I hope you enjoy my essays and I welcome comments.
Articles and other Writing Projects:
~ Two Eco-Savy Kids Clean up the World for Animals
Project No. 3. Women's History and Women's Interests
The Pursuit of Financial Independence: Clara Dore, a late Victorian Era American Woman Paves the Way
In 1896 Clara Estby, or Clara Doré, the daughter of Helga Estby joined her mother on a cause-related walk from Spokane, Washington to New York City. As a grand promotional event, both women wore reform skirts, a huge departure from modest Victorian dresses. The skirts allowed women to move more freely and still maintain modesty while participating in the pastimes such as bicycle riding. CONTINUE READING
Project No.4. coming soon... "Forgetting the Rules" ~ the zen of ingredients
and the process of being a woman, a cookbook & memoir


Business Innovation Manager &
Writer and Nature Photographer
Allison is also a travel and nature photographer.