Who We Are
We are a collection of women (mostly educators) with a keen belief that when we share our life experiences with one another, we all develop the strength and resilience necessary to find health and abundance in this life. We are on a quest to empathize, share and learn from others who are on this life journey with us.
Our Background
So many intersections . . .
from Kris Ayers
A high school cross-country team
In 2013, while helping coach the girls varsity cross-country team at Thompson Valley, I saw them struggling and wrote Warrior Princess, a story about teamwork, perspective, and friendship. Shared the night before the state meet, it sparked a powerful and healing conversation.
The next morning, each athlete arrived with her “why” written on her hands—a reminder of purpose with every step. Through sacrifice, unity, and grit, they competed for one another and their community, finishing with a State Championship.
Their heart, focus, and Warrior Spirit led to victory and lasting pride. They will always hold a special place in my heart—the original Warrior Princesses.
A Story of Inspiration
After retiring from teaching, I pulled a story I had written for the cross-country team out of a file cabinet and, with the help of friends and former colleagues, brought it to life. What began as one story grew into The Warrior Princess, a runners’ gratitude journal (Footprints and Feathers), a coloring book, and an educator resource guide.
Because its message speaks to all ages, the work has impacted thousands through school assemblies, UCHealth-sponsored after-school programs, women’s retreats, book clubs, grief groups, and community presentations. As the story says, “It takes more than one feather to fly”—and I am deeply grateful to the team who helped turn this dream into reality.
Blayne Brown
The Warrior Princess Foundation honors Blayne Brown (1965–2024), a devoted mentor and advocate for the women’s self-defense class at Thompson Valley High School in Loveland, CO. For 20 years, he helped shape a life-changing elective that impacted hundreds of young women. He also provided retreat scholarships, ensuring finances were never a barrier. A memorial designation at his celebration of life inspired the Foundation’s transition to a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
We proudly honor his legacy.
