Amanda's Blog: Domestic Violence

  • Jan 10, 2011

    Emotional Abuse

     The Little Black Dress Society is continually looking for ways we can help women touched by abuse.  With one in four women abused, these numbers reflect reported cases only.  Emotional abuse is a silent killer of a woman's self-esteem.

    Please read Darlene Lancer's Blog and find out how you can recognize emotional abuse and how to confront it by empowering you to take charge and regain your self-esteem.

     

    Darlene Lancer, MFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

     

     

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  • Dec 16, 2010

    Founder, Amanda Graybill Interview on Grace & Charm

     

    Listen to Amanda's Interview on Grace & Charm.  Hear why she started the Little Black Dress Society!  

      http://www.blogtalkradio.com/graceandcharm/2010/12/16/love-believe-and-dream-again

    "You need to know that you are not junk.  You need to know that you are not doormats to be stepped upon, battered or bruised, either physically or emotionally."

    ~ Amanda Graybill, Founder

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  • Oct 29, 2010

    An Analogy of a Dressmaker

     Recently I read about how geese gather in the winter for their annual flight to the south.  United together with one goal in mind... to move smoothly and quickly to their destination using the skills they have and working as a team.

    Geese don't fly separately because no goose alone can go the distance. They are designed to fly in the "v" formation making it easy for even the weakest to make the long journey.  As they travel south in formation there is always a " point goose" out front, leading and setting the pace for the others to follow.

    The "point goose" keeps the rest on target keeping the formation in tack.  They are the leaders. They set the example for the other's to follow.

    Within the Little Black Dress Society's organization, the Dressmaker is the "point goose".  She gathers women together for one purpose, to fulfill our mission to build awareness, raise funds, and positively impact the lives of women touched by abuse.  The Dressmaker sets the pace for others to follow and stays focused on the mission, to end the abuse of women.

    However, she is not alone on her journey.  She has other Dressmakers to network with, encourage, and build friendships with that make the journey all the more rewarding.

    We believe that Dressmakers play a vital role in our effort to end the abuse of women and therefore are held in the highest esteem.  They truly are the "point goose" of the organization.

    Amanda Graybill, Founder 

    The Little Black Dress Society

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  • Jul 23, 2010

    100 Dollar Campaign Makes News!

    On the heels of launching our website and 100 Dollars, 100 Donors, 100 Days Campaign to raise money for a local women’s shelter in Kendall County, Kens5 San Antonio did a story!

    We are excited because both the LBD Society and the Kendall County Women’s Shelter received exposure! A number of LBD members wearing their little black dresses, some even daunting hats and pearls, gathered at Painting with a Twist where we recently painted LBD’s for this same cause.

    The 100 Dollar Campaign began with a challenge from my pastor to make a difference in my community. Given a 100 dollar bill and asked to make a difference, the Campaign came as an inspiration. I knew that I had to start this Campaign in my own city first then take it nationwide as Societies are being formed.

    How can you help? Click on the Campaign to make a donation. Become a Member of LBD Society. Start your own Society in your city.

    I recently read, "Work for justice. Help the down-and-out. Stand up for the homeless. Go to bat for the defenseless." Great advice from a great advisor!

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