As mothers we are the nurturers, caretakers, and educators of our families. As wives we are the safe space for our husbands. As corporate execs and entrepreneurs we vie for equal footing, tirelessly trying to fight for equal pay and recognition. In our faith we are the intercessors and prayer warriors of a nation. And when everything in our world comes crashing down, in love, life, or in the midst of tragedy, we feel the pain, we shed our tears, we say our prayers and we gain the strength to rise up and carry on. The strength of a woman is undeniable. We share our stories to uplift, encourage, and inspire the next woman to hold her head up high and give herself permission to feel and embrace her emotions while pressing forward to be all that she has been called to be. Contributing authors: Tamara Baldwin, Shanina Jones, Larvetricus Harris, Trasetta Washington, Jerri St. John. Monique Johnson.