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Real Talk from a Sister

"Whenever people ask me about my self care routines I say, without hesitation - sleep."

- Jenna Wortham
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"Whenever people ask me about my self care routines I say, without hesitation - sleep."

- Jenna Wortham
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Sisters of the Year

Vote for your favorite!

By Sisters from AARP

December 27, 2018 12:01 AM
December 28, 2018 09:40 PM

We've compiled a list of movers and shakers who helped shape culture in 2018. Take our Sisters of the Year poll to vote for your favorite.




Vote for Your Sister of the Year!





Michelle Obama

First Lady turned best-selling author


 



Serena Williams


Champion for women’s equality in tennis


 



Ava Duvernay

Deal-making director


 



Simone Biles

Record-breaking gymnast


 



Tarana Burke

Me Too Creator


 



Lupita Nyong’o

Black Panther warrior


 


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