Louder than sirens

snowce: Michael Reynolds, Casino Pier after Hurricane Sandy,...

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:34:18 -0500

Michael Reynolds, Casino Pier after Hurricane Sandy, Seaside Heights, N.J.

photojojo: Just a few weeks ago, Hindus around the world...

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:33:38 -0500

Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images

Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images

Kevin Frayer/AP

Just a few weeks ago, Hindus around the world celebrated the festival of colors, known as Holi. Participants of all ages throw brilliantly colored powders to welcome the coming of springtime.

The Atlantic rounded up a gorgeous set of photos of Holi festivals from across the country of India.

Holi 2013: The Festival of Colors Across India

Images by Daniel Berehulak and Kevin Frayer

abandonedography: 9 of the Most Fascinating Abandoned Mansions...

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:33:10 -0500

abandonedography:

9 of the Most Fascinating Abandoned Mansions from Around the World

styledream: Dancer from the Moulin Rouge, 1926

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:31:48 -0500

styledream:

Dancer from the Moulin Rouge, 1926

bohemea: Carey Mulligan & Leonardo DiCaprio - The Great...

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:27:49 -0500

bohemea:

Carey Mulligan & Leonardo DiCaprio - The Great Gatsby photo call at the Cannes Film Festival, May 15th 2013

Yes.

chanel-smokes: everyone is guilty of all the good they did not...

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:27:17 -0500

chanel-smokes:

everyone is guilty

of all the good

they did not do

I can’t handle the cuteness.

Sun, 12 May 2013 12:27:48 -0500

I can’t handle the cuteness.

The happy couple

Sat, 11 May 2013 19:52:05 -0500

The happy couple

suicideblonde: Moonrise Kingdom

Sun, 05 May 2013 11:33:28 -0500

suicideblonde:

Moonrise Kingdom

watsoncorg: Happy Cinco de Mayo! Cinco de Mayo, corgi style!

Sun, 05 May 2013 11:30:52 -0500

watsoncorg:

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Cinco de Mayo, corgi style!

Chimes Night

Sat, 04 May 2013 02:04:48 -0500

Chimes Night

thingssheloves: Monastero di S.Benedetto by inevavae Free...

Fri, 03 May 2013 10:51:49 -0500

thingssheloves:

Monastero di S.Benedetto by inevavae Free LR4 180Presets for first 10 on Flickr.

You should listen to NPR's stream of The Great Gatsby soundtrack.

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:18:13 -0500

You should listen to NPR's stream of The Great Gatsby soundtrack.:

Because it is awesome.

Street Harassment

Thu, 02 May 2013 13:03:49 -0500

thefunctionalfeminist:

Ever since I can remember, I have been cautious about the route I take home, the way in which I’m walking, with whom I’m walking, what I’m wearing, what time it is, if anyone knows where I am and so on.

I’ve never really thought too much about it, as it’s quite simply become second nature to me, as it is for most girls. However, I’ve realized that I have learnt these things from a young age. I’ve learnt not to walk down a side-street, but to instead stay on the main road - even if it’s not the fastest way. I’ve learnt to cross the street if there’s a group of men heading in my direction. I’ve learnt to be cautious of what I’m wearing so I don’t draw any unwanted attention to myself.

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alymeetsturkey: Silence is a choice. In case you somehow missed...

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:47:28 -0500

alymeetsturkey:

Silence is a choice.

In case you somehow missed it, here’s Kacie Kocher, my good friend and badass founder of Hollaback! Istanbul, speaking at TEDxReset in Istanbul about the international movement and how she brought it to Turkey.

Seriously, she’s an inspiration. Check it out!

alymeetsturkey: Stop Street Harassment: How To Talk to Women...

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:47:01 -0500

alymeetsturkey:

Stop Street Harassment: How To Talk to Women (And Girls)

It’s all very simple and boils down to this, guys: Don’t be creepy (this video is very comprehensive AND comes from a young guy).

For men who do care and do not want to offend or threaten women, the following tips can guide their interactions (and if this sounds too dumbed down, I agree but it seems to be necessary given some men’s attitudes about commenting on and harassing women in public):

Treat women like human beings, with respect and dignity.

If you want to say hello to a woman, just smile and nod or say hello. Do not whistle, honk, or make kissy noises at her. Do not say, “Hey baby,” or “Hi cutie.” Those are disrespectful and inappropriate actions and terms to use with a complete stranger.

The way a woman is dressed does not tell you if she wants to be commented on. If she looks dressed up, do not assume it is to gain the admiration of all men she sees and that you should say something to her. She may enjoy dressing up, she may be dressed up for an event, or she may be dressed up to gain the admiration of a specific person or persons. Unless she has a sign on that says, “Please comment on my looks,” do not do it.

Stranger rape and harassment are real threats for women. If you find yourself alone with a woman in a deserted parking garage, road, or park, especially at night., keep a respectful distance and do not approach her.

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Me at The Color Run in Baton Rouge.

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:38:57 -0500

Me at The Color Run in Baton Rouge.

COLOR RUN: Baton Rouge.

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:38:20 -0500

COLOR RUN: Baton Rouge.

alexa-o: The world is a scary and dark place at times, but we...

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:42:28 -0500

alexa-o:

The world is a scary and dark place at times, but we must not forget its beauty.

That one time I had a photo posted on Buzzfeed.

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 23:25:00 -0500

That one time I had a photo posted on Buzzfeed.:

LOLOLOL