Sep 28, 2018

Good Friday #612: No Shame (Friday, September 28)

The social media hashtag #WhyIDidntReport is filled with thousands of stories of people who have experienced abuse and never told about it. This one caught my attention, because it's one I've heard many times.


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Sep 21, 2018

Good Friday #611: Just Do I̶t̶ You (Friday, September 21)

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“I read a lot on the subject. I studied the texts. And I decided it was permissible to take it off—so that’s what I did. My mom was terrified of what people would think. She asked me to delete all our mutual friends on Facebook. She said if I didn’t wear the hijab, then I couldn’t live at home. So I packed four big bags and went to live with a friend. It was the first time I’d ever slept out of my house. Over the next few weeks, I sent my parents messages every single day. I always told them where I was, what I was doing, and who I was with. I wanted to show that I forgave them, and that I was still their girl, and that one day things would be normal again. They didn’t respond for three months. Until one holiday my uncle called and invited me home for dinner. My parents started crying as soon as I walked in the door. They’d prepared a huge meal. They said that they didn’t mean it, and that they love me a lot, and that they’re proud of me. Things are very good now. We get along even better than when I obeyed. They see I’m doing great things with my freedom. I have a great job and I travel. They’re very proud. I’ve learned to do what you want in life. Because if you do, the world will change to match you.” (Alexandria, Egypt)

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Sep 14, 2018

Good Friday #610: Triggered (Friday, September 14)

There you are, going about your life. Then something happens that reminds you of a similar experience you've been through - and you completely have a breakdown.

You weren't even aware that your experience had such a profound effect on you to begin with.

You've been triggered.

This week I saw countless stories across the web of people - women mostly - who were triggered by the Grand Slam final. So many women transported back to a time at work/school when they were accused of cheating when they were being excellent; or not being subject to the same rules as everyone else. I think this sentiment sums it up:





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Sep 7, 2018

Good Friday #609: Williams-Win Situation (Friday, September 7)

"Blowing out another's candle does not make yours shine any brighter." -Unknown

There's always this notion that when two people who look similar/are in a similar field/are going for similar opportunities - that there has to be a fight to death. Only one can "win". I've always been struck by the Williams sisters who compete fiercely against each other on the tennis court, but who are also each other's biggest supporter.


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