“Parents and educators are allowed, even forced sometimes, to be passive in the face of shameful and outrageous behavior on the part of their charges because they have had their own hands tied by legislators and a “moral” minority who claim to represent “our” values. But remember, the civil rights movement would not have been nearly as effective if white people hadn’t joined with African Americans to create the necessary changes to end institutionalized racism. It should not only be the responsibility of the LGBTQ community to protect certain youth. It is time for YOU to stand up for and be accountable to all America’s children. Not only LGBTQ children, but all the children who are forced to live in a world of unnecessary cruelty and also—maybe even more importantly— to the bullies who are being allowed to destroy their own chances at happiness by passive adult bystanders. It is time for all Americans to come together and end homophobic and transphobic language, and to take action to protect the childhoods of ALL of our children, not just some.”
Here’s a simple facebook comment I found. I want to know more!
Irene M. Paine – via facebook
When Proctor and Gamble, Avon, Olay, Mary Kay, and all the other “pinkwashers” pledge to leave cancer causing chemicals and compounds out of their personal care items and cosmetics. . . THEN I will pledge money to them. For now, will only contribute directly to medical inititiatives. I am part of the 99%, and I am sick of the bull!
What an insightful and personal article by a citizen journalist who calls herself Lizzie McMizzie. She so non-judgmentally discusses the many conclusions individuals draw about others’ sexual orientation based on the silliest stereotypes such as hair length, piercings, and choice of higher education institution.
Social Media Voice is featuring Lizzie as Citizen Journalist of the Day. Visit her blog at http://www.wanderingwrites.com.
So, Lizzie, how do you find time to blog so perceptively and attend classes as well? How long have you been a blogger? Would you recommend blogging to other young women? Why or Why not? Please also share anything else, and feel free to shamelessly promote your own blog!
Thank you again, Laura, for reblogging my post as a citizen journalist – it is wonderful to encounter presences like yours online!
To answer your questions: i confess my biggest struggle is, as ever, time management. At the commencement of this semester i found myself with no time to blog, despite it being a true passion of mine. But, after my time in London last week when i was once again back in the habit of writing every day, i realized how much more invigorated i felt when tackling academic writings after having spilled what was on my mind in another form. To this end, i wanted to make the time in my schedule once more to blog – if not daily, at least more frequently than i had been. And, to be fair, this blog series on women and gender and my college of choice is one that i’ve mentally been nursing for some time – so these are long-in-the-formulating thoughts!
I’ve been blogging since late February, so nearly nine months now (it’s my baby! (pun!)). I adore blogging; as one who would love to be a published author someday, i find it to be a thrilling exercise in forcing myself to make my thoughts more concise. It is also a productive way to process what i am reading academically, but in a less formalized setting than a paper or class presentation. I absolutely recommend blogging to other young women, but i also recommend to do so with care. Make rules, and stick to them; i choose not to share anything about my relationships or personal life (i.e. drama) but rather use the internet as a forum for exploration and fun.
Again, my gratitude to your (and your readers!) interests! I’d love to hear from all of you – i warmly invite your celebrations, criticisms, and questions. Best wishes!
Here’s an excerpt of V’s letter:
“Parents and educators are allowed, even forced sometimes, to be passive in the face of shameful and outrageous behavior on the part of their charges because they have had their own hands tied by legislators and a “moral” minority who claim to represent “our” values. But remember, the civil rights movement would not have been nearly as effective if white people hadn’t joined with African Americans to create the necessary changes to end institutionalized racism. It should not only be the responsibility of the LGBTQ community to protect certain youth. It is time for YOU to stand up for and be accountable to all America’s children. Not only LGBTQ children, but all the children who are forced to live in a world of unnecessary cruelty and also—maybe even more importantly— to the bullies who are being allowed to destroy their own chances at happiness by passive adult bystanders. It is time for all Americans to come together and end homophobic and transphobic language, and to take action to protect the childhoods of ALL of our children, not just some.”
Read the rest at Justin Vivian Bond’s blog.
Posted by mzzzlink | October 9, 2011, 12:06 amHere’s a simple facebook comment I found. I want to know more!
Irene M. Paine – via facebook
When Proctor and Gamble, Avon, Olay, Mary Kay, and all the other “pinkwashers” pledge to leave cancer causing chemicals and compounds out of their personal care items and cosmetics. . . THEN I will pledge money to them. For now, will only contribute directly to medical inititiatives. I am part of the 99%, and I am sick of the bull!
Posted by mzzzlink | October 17, 2011, 5:37 pmMy Sexuality is None of Your Business, Thanks. | Wandering Writes. http://wanderingwrites.com/2011/10/17/sexuality/#comment-185
What an insightful and personal article by a citizen journalist who calls herself Lizzie McMizzie. She so non-judgmentally discusses the many conclusions individuals draw about others’ sexual orientation based on the silliest stereotypes such as hair length, piercings, and choice of higher education institution.
Social Media Voice is featuring Lizzie as Citizen Journalist of the Day. Visit her blog at http://www.wanderingwrites.com.
So, Lizzie, how do you find time to blog so perceptively and attend classes as well? How long have you been a blogger? Would you recommend blogging to other young women? Why or Why not? Please also share anything else, and feel free to shamelessly promote your own blog!
Posted by mzzzlink | October 17, 2011, 6:32 pmThank you again, Laura, for reblogging my post as a citizen journalist – it is wonderful to encounter presences like yours online!
To answer your questions: i confess my biggest struggle is, as ever, time management. At the commencement of this semester i found myself with no time to blog, despite it being a true passion of mine. But, after my time in London last week when i was once again back in the habit of writing every day, i realized how much more invigorated i felt when tackling academic writings after having spilled what was on my mind in another form. To this end, i wanted to make the time in my schedule once more to blog – if not daily, at least more frequently than i had been. And, to be fair, this blog series on women and gender and my college of choice is one that i’ve mentally been nursing for some time – so these are long-in-the-formulating thoughts!
I’ve been blogging since late February, so nearly nine months now (it’s my baby! (pun!)). I adore blogging; as one who would love to be a published author someday, i find it to be a thrilling exercise in forcing myself to make my thoughts more concise. It is also a productive way to process what i am reading academically, but in a less formalized setting than a paper or class presentation. I absolutely recommend blogging to other young women, but i also recommend to do so with care. Make rules, and stick to them; i choose not to share anything about my relationships or personal life (i.e. drama) but rather use the internet as a forum for exploration and fun.
Again, my gratitude to your (and your readers!) interests! I’d love to hear from all of you – i warmly invite your celebrations, criticisms, and questions. Best wishes!
Posted by lizzie mcmizzie | October 17, 2011, 6:59 pm