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Proudest Moments From SXSW in Austin, TX

Posted by Rachel Smith on Mar 24th 2018

We asked people what their proudest moment was during SXSW in Austin, TX and as always, people amaze us!   Graduating high school and now college in May!Learning to love myself.When I created a wellness plan to help people with depression.Finding my path in life.When I listen!When I c …

Taking Control Of My Life

Posted by Ashley Somics on Mar 22nd 2018

My proudest moment is when I took control of my life so that kidney failure didn’t have the chance to. I decided to be the change while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.A common phrase that people with chronic kidney disease hear is “but you don’t look sick.” It’s both a compliment (I …

I Am Most Proud Of...

Posted by Rachel Smith on Jan 31st 2018

During our summer travel, we randomly asked people who they were most proud of and why. We weren't surprised when most people said their moms. Listen, be inspired and feel the love. …

Emily and Cerebral Palsy

Posted by Emily and Jen Prior on Jan 31st 2018

I met Emily via the infamous Instagram. I was in awe of her strength and wanted to know more about her. Like what motivates her, what moves her, what makes her proud, etc. So I asked Emily and her mom to both explain in their own words. I am proud to say Emily is a part of #TeamPrideSocks. "My …

One Person Show

Posted by Mical Trejo and Rachel Smith on Sep 3rd 2013

                     Mical is a dear friend of mine. It wasn’t always that way, just a recent discovery. By recent, 6 months but little did I know, it was a year and half in the making. It all started when I joined Dane’s Body Shop. After a …

Power To Be Me

Posted by Chef Raja on Jul 9th 2013

          While processing orders for Pride Socks, I came across Chef Raja’s order and for some reason, it had an impact on me. There was nothing special about his order, just a single pair of low cut socks. After putting it together, I thought to myself, I wonder if …

Powered With Pride

Posted by Rachel Smith on Jul 2nd 2013

It all started last August when we were vendors at Chicago Market Days and Keith LaBelle approached us with an idea. Months later, I received a follow up email from Ketih and months later, the ball started rolling; ‘Powered with Pride 5k’ in Louisville, KY was born! I was in love with the idea, a …