What will save our children? Not a # with adrenaline boosting stories about kidnapping. Not a political party or religious belief. Not over-blown stories about celebrity pedophile rings. Not sensationalized mis-used numbers about missing children. Not code words about how to order a child at a restaurant or through a furniture shop. Not a single child […]
Yesterday I was in my local fabric shop. I appreciate that this small town has such a great shop that feeds my creativity. The fabric selection is lovely. They do not require masks of their patrons or staff. I choose to shop there rather than online or in another town because I want them to be here, […]
The first global pandemic in my lifetime was #metoo, it was our first #weareinthistogether moment. While women spoke up loud and clear, every age, gender, color, culture, social class, religious and political side joined the chorus of the #metoo and #timesup movement. Many of us spoke up for the first time in our lives. We […]
Dear Movement Allies, Please don’t use the words “rescue” or “save” anymore. This story is not about you. It’s about me finding freedom from violent oppression. Rescue negates my resilience to survive while pursuing my freedom. Pursue freedom. Yes, I did that all the while I was not free. Save limits my ability to participate in my freedom. Rescue says I’m not capable […]