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Hi.

Welcome to my blog. I write about life as a 30-something single LDS woman making my own way in the world. Hope you have a nice stay!

Riding in Front 30-something. Single. JD/MBA. Making my own way.
A New Chapter: Moving (Back) West
Jan 28

Jan 28 A New Chapter: Moving (Back) West

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

The time has come to follow in the footsteps of my Pioneer ancestors and make the trek (back) West.

Thanksgiving: Grateful for the Little Things
Nov 22

Nov 22 Thanksgiving: Grateful for the Little Things

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

On this Thanksgiving day, I look to past Thanksgiving journal entries (not helpful) and photos (like this tree) to express gratitude for the little things that make my easier.

Life as a Lawyer: Slowing Down, Finding Balance….Or Not
Jul 1

Jul 1 Life as a Lawyer: Slowing Down, Finding Balance….Or Not

Erin Rider
Career, Life + Dating

It’s all about… time.

This Easter Sunday - Why I Choose to be Mormon
Apr 1

Apr 1 This Easter Sunday - Why I Choose to be Mormon

Erin Rider
Faith

Even though it's not always easy, there's one thing that keeps me committed to the LDS faith.

Oscars 2018: No Equality in Fashion
Mar 5

Mar 5 Oscars 2018: No Equality in Fashion

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

Oscar fashion only highlights that women still have so far to go in our fight for equality.

The Dinner
Feb 14

Feb 14 The Dinner

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

In celebration of Valentine's Day, my first attempt at a (very) short story.

The Price of Ambition
Feb 11

Feb 11 The Price of Ambition

Erin Rider
Life + Dating, Career

The Olympics (and life) have me thinking about the cost of ambition - the good, the bad, and the internal ugly.

Aziz Ansari, Feminists and Me
Jan 28

Jan 28 Aziz Ansari, Feminists and Me

Erin Rider
Politics, Life + Dating

I have mixed emotions on the story of Aziz Ansari, and on feminists in general. Does that make me not a feminist? You'll have to decide.

What The World Needs Now Is Nice Notes
Jan 21

Jan 21 What The World Needs Now Is Nice Notes

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

I think it's time we took this BYU tradition and turned it into something more permanent.

2,018 Resolutions for 2018
Jan 1

Jan 1 2,018 Resolutions for 2018

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

It's that time of year again when we all make plans for progress and then promptly forget them.

Celebrating the Holidays as Children of Divorce: A Conversation with My Brother
Dec 17

Dec 17 Celebrating the Holidays as Children of Divorce: A Conversation with My Brother

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

Having divorced parents during the holidays is never easy. But it can still be fun.

A Christmas Card from your Single Friend
Dec 10

Dec 10 A Christmas Card from your Single Friend

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

Breaking the time-honored tradition of singles not sending Christmas cards.

Mocktails: A Non-Drinker's Guide to Happy Hours and Networking Events
Dec 3

Dec 3 Mocktails: A Non-Drinker's Guide to Happy Hours and Networking Events

Erin Rider
Career

Because, why should alcohol have all the fun?

Roy Moore and the Danger of Ignoring the Far Right
Nov 26

Nov 26 Roy Moore and the Danger of Ignoring the Far Right

Erin Rider
Politics

Roy Moore's nomination is evidence that we still haven't learned to listen to each other.

Life as a Lawyer: The Swearing In Ceremony
Nov 19

Nov 19 Life as a Lawyer: The Swearing In Ceremony

Erin Rider
Career

Massachusetts is the best place to be sworn in.

Life as a Lawyer: First Assignments
Nov 12

Nov 12 Life as a Lawyer: First Assignments

Erin Rider
Career

Suddenly realizing all the things I don't know about the law.

Life as a Lawyer: Week 1 – Training and Anticipation
Nov 2

Nov 2 Life as a Lawyer: Week 1 – Training and Anticipation

Erin Rider
Career

Ever wondered what life is like at a big law firm? Me too. 

#MeToo: The Plight of Women in the Game of Love
Oct 17

Oct 17 #MeToo: The Plight of Women in the Game of Love

Erin Rider
Life + Dating

Whether it's sexual harassment or just dating, when it comes to the game of love, what role are women supposed to play?

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