What I learned during my training at Woman’s Co-op

There are more ways to help struggling families instead of goodwill. Everyone’s living situation is caused by something different. Not all women are mean they all seem nice and friendly. Everyone has a place to go to for help. Whether it’s something simple like...

Living the live “I” choose

if you are a follower of our blog you will note that our authors up until now have all been women.  In 2022 the Co-op launched it’s work experience program which serves both men and women.  Leaving room for men to share their thoughts and stories here as well. ...

What are you willing to do, to reach your goals?

Goals are the milestones that guide our lives and give us direction.  To accomplish them, one must cultivate determination, resilience, and a clear strategy.   You must be willing to understand the importance of hard work, continuous learning and adaptability.  At...

The human divide as it speaks to race….

  Racial divides have persisted throughout history, deeply rooted in systemic inequalities that shape the social fabric of societies, particularly in the United States.  These divides manifest differently among individuals, considering socioeconomic status. For...

How do you find joy?

It is our practice at the Woman’s Co-op to pose a question to our training candidates weekly, that they then answer in a short essay.  It helps staff to get to know our trainees better and it enhances the writing skills of our trainees.  I have enjoyed reading their...

life’s purpose – Taleia Middleton

I think that we are here to learn and experience life for all that it is.  We learn new things, new lessons. Meet new people, discover ourselves, and our passions.  I think that our purpose is to grow, and heal and evolve our soul.  Through love, and mistakes through...

Poverty…in my opinion

My Opinion on Poverty Poverty is one of the most pressing problems of the world today. So many people face this issue daily and are without access to a lot of basic essentials such as; housing, adequate food if any at all. Medical treatment and so further. Poverty...

I can’t lie, it’s been hard…

I can’t lie, it’s been hard. I’ve been struggling. When I don’t have hope, the struggle makes me feel like a failure. I want to be proud of myself and I really want my son, Leo to be the most proud of me. I’m still finding me, trying to learn how to love this version...

I’m not where I want to be but I'[m also not where I was!

I’m originally from Battle Creek MI born and raised.  I lived with my mom for 2 years in California while I was in elementary school.  She was addicted to drugs whole in a domestic violence relationship with her husband. That soon became me and my brother.  We used to...

Poverty, There is two sides to every story…

There are two sides to every story, and I believe there are two sides to poverty.  Poverty can make or brake a person as in doing horrific things to survive your situation.  Such as drugs, prostitution, gangs etc. All those bad experiences can really make a person see...