#5SmartReads - August 30, 2021

LaToya on problems at Time's Up, the delta variant, and remembering Aaliyah

Today’s regular guest contributor for #5SmartReads is LaToya! You can view her blog, shop her looks, and inquire to work with her here. Check out the teamwork behind the origins of her name below!

Q: Name pronunciation + any back story?
A: LaToya (La-toy-ya) My original name in the hospital was Novembria! Of course I was born in November. One of my aunts came, who is much older than my mom (she's the baby) and demanded she change it. Somehow they landed on LaToya Ashley. Ashley was a character on the Young and The Restless. Fun times! LOL

Former Staffers Say Problems At Time’s Up Run Deeper Than Cuomo (The Daily Beast)

Time's Up has amazing goals we all should support, however the various ties to problematic men by founding members and leadership is cause for serious concern. This article is a deep informative dive.