As we react today to watching states like Georgia and Alabama vote to strip women of their reproductive freedom, I sense that some of the shock comes our belief that times have changed and that our equality is actually safeguarded. For example, according to The New York Times, “By some estimates, 80 percent of Americans mistakenly believe that women and men are guaranteed equal rights, but the only right the Constitution explicitly extends to both men and women is the right to vote.”
Molly Coyne and I were recently talking about our shock at learning that not only is this not a guarantee, but that the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), a proposed amendment to the Constitution that would guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex was not ratified by enough states to be added—as recently as the 1980s—and that five of the 35 states which did ratify it have since requested to rescind:
In “5 Things,” we ask some of our favorite insiders in cities all over the world to share local travel tips: where to eat, shop, stay, and play in their neighborhoods (plus, what to pack to make the adventure complete). We’re excited to feature picks from ER doctor, military veteran, and mother-of-two, Emily Fleming today. Emily is a natural at sharing beautiful truths on Instagram and we’re always inspired by her honesty when it comes to balancing hard work and family. She takes us behind the scenes in her hometown of San Antonio—a city of colorful zest and warm hospitality—and shares plenty to bookmark for your next trip to the Lone Star state.
My husband and I were newlyweds when we moved to Texas for residency training. We’d come from opposite coasts when we first met during medical school in Chicago, and San Antonio happened to have a military Emergency Medicine training program for me, and a civilian Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation program for my husband.
We never expected to make San Antonio our home after I completed my military service, but eight years and two kids later, we’re still here. This town is full of color and culture, and is remarkably well-suited for young families.
I am proud to share my favorite parts of it with you!
As the weather warms and clothes get simpler, the little details stand out all the more: a simple necklace on a bare collarbone, a minimal slip of gold against cutoffs and a t-shirt. I’ve been noticing more delicate jewelry all around me, everyday pieces, and just love the feminine touch.
