Do Something Good
Lately when you hear about PBS and Sesame Street, all you hear is about how it might disappear. Which means you may have missed the news about a pretty big (and amazing) addition to the cast. Julia will be the first Muppet with autism to join the gang on Sesame Street! Though she’s appeared in the books as Elmo’s friend, she made her television debut this month.
So why is this a big deal? About 1 in 68 people have autism spectrum disorder. Those with autism tend to communicate or behave in ways that are different from what people are use to. By Julia joining the cast, she’ll be teaching other muppets (and in turn the children who watch them) how she communicates differently and that they can still be friends.
Yes, I’m a 27 (almost 28!) year old woman who no longer watches Sesame Street. But as someone who grew up watching the show, I’m so happy to see how it continues to positively evolve and help children. I also indirectly work with children, so really I’m in favor of anything that helps them grow up to be better people.
On Something Good
- Another day, another peplum!
- Have you shopped the Loft Friends and Family Sale? Hurry because you only have a few days left!
- Target has some of the best shoes out there right now
- Need something new to read? I shared what I read in March.
This Week’s Reads
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Around the web
- Here’s why dating sucks in DC. The title speaks for itself.
- I’m really excited for H&M’s new retail concept
- Yes! I love this DC woman that decided to wear the same uniform every day.
- I’ve heard of Kayla Itsines and I’ve tried BBG, but I never really knew that much about her background. Its so fascinating!
- So…anyone interested in a trip to Ohio this summer?
Notable Sales
(PS if you’re going to do any shopping, make sure you sign up for Ebates first so you can get cash back on your shopping!)
- Ann Taylor: 50% Off Everything with code: SPRING50. Offer valid thru 4/17/2017
- Banana Republic: 40% off your purchase at Ends 4/17.
- Gap:Get 40% off your purchaseUse code HOPTOIT at gap.com. Ends 4/14.
- Loft: Friends and Family Sale, 40% off everything
- Lou & Grey: 25% off a purchase of $150+ Free Shipping on all orders. Thru 4/17/2017
- Talbots : Save on countless wear-now favorites + EXTRA 25% off markdowns!
