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It’s been a hard week, y’all. I’ve been writing and writing and writing. I just can’t seem to hit “publish.” And maybe it’s best that way. Maybe it’s best to just sit on our thoughts…
But yesterday I broke my silence. After many tears, and in the process of mourning, I finally made some decisions. I decided that I don’t want to remain quiet any longer. I’ve always considered myself to be progressive, but I’ve finally acknowledged that I am, indeed, a feminist.
And, through months and months of arguing with people during the campaign, I finally opened up civil dialogue about my thoughts and feelings. I summed it up in this post…
Some may think, “Really? You *had* to unfriend them??”
And, to that, I answer, YES. Yes, I had to. I am so done. If they can’t engage in civil discourse then there is no need for me to engage with them; and there is no need for me to remain acquaintances with them. Heck, I just had to distance myself from a (not very close) family member!
Done and done!
- Supporting all of my LGBTQ friends — and letting them know that I am an ally.
- Seeking out and truly getting to know my local politicians — and getting involved in local movements I can get behind!
- Get 1000% more involved in my local community in general.
- Standing up for women. I’m no longer going to be a closet-feminist. Ya know why?? Bitches get stuff done!
- Speaking out about the fear that women go through on a daily basis.
These are just a few things I plan on doing. Seriously. This list will grow. So be warned, friends. I hope you’ll stay with me on this journey. It’s a journey of acceptance, love, and moving forward. xo
PS. You don’t have to be a HRC supporter to support the above quote from her concession speech yesterday.
Thanks for sharing! This is definitely a time where we need to support and love each other more than ever 🙂
Such a great post full of heart. I love so many of the viewpoints!
Honestly, after the election results I was not sad or mad, I was and I am still scared. As a Black woman, I am not afraid of a Trump presidency per se, I am terrified of his supports. I put this message on my Facebook page, I would love your perspective…
Crazy enough I am kind of glad Donald Trump won and before you crucify me, read completely to the end. By electing Donald Trump, America has validated that racism, bigotry, and sexism is a strong fabric of our nation’s DNA. Donald Trump validates that this way of thinking is ingrained and generational. He validates that every time an unarmed minority is murdered by the police it IS based on an ingrained idea that minorities are criminals. He validates every time a Muslim American is treated like a terrorist it IS on an inbred notion of intolerance. He validates that a white, Christian male can do and say whatever they want and be rewarded for it IS very prevalent. Trump validates all of these racist, intolerant, sexist, or any other -ist we have been saying exist since the inception of the USA. Trump validates all of these arguments that people say do not exist. So, thank you, Donald Trump for helping to bolster our argument.
You being elected shows the WORLD what truly is the essence of America. Thank you for showing the world what a “Trumpist” looks like. Best Wishes.
Lastly, I would recommend not unfriending them! I haven’t. I have engaged and will continue to engage with them so they see another point of view!
GREAT POST!
Maya
IG: @JustMeOMaya
I LOVE this!!
So much yes! Its been hard to get on social media, even now, a week later.
Kindness and love are basically my motto at this point. We live in Washington DC and have had a front row seat to two presidential elections. The process is a dirty and messy business. It’s hard on my heart and hard on my conscience. XO
I’m with you and feel very similar. I’ve taken the past week off of social media after too many harsh words being slung back and forth and a lack of empathy from so many people. I no longer plan to sit back and will instead speak up. It’s a very pivotal time in our country and I think that wenn ed to stand stronger in our convictions than ever before. I’m no so much scared of Trumo, but his words have emboldened those that are hateful towards minorities. His cabinet picks are terrible too!
I’m with you girl! I’ve been doing the same!
I’m all about kindness and love! We need to respect one another right now. It was a tough week for us all.
Love this! And thank you! I am so tired of hearing all the hate from both sides. Our unity is more important now than ever! Thank you for sharing this!
Love this and the unity!
I’ll be right there with you lady! I’m so over all of the hate too!