“Smile” is Synonymous for Survival

Hi friends,

Some good news– This piece I wrote was awarded 2nd place in The Nasiona’s micro-nonfiction/poetry tournament recently:

I feel like all women (travelers or not) can unfortunately relate to this. And the emotions it brings are so complex, aren’t they? A mixture of anger, fear, shame, helplessness… Wanting to stand up for yourself but not knowing how, & being so scared it could backfire.Β 

Let me know what you think of the piece, or how you respond to this type of harassment, in the comments πŸ’›

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For Women Who Roar

FWWRI have always been drawn to the fearless, unapologetic, strong women who roar: the ones that seek out adventures on their own, who carve their own path with their experiences, who shape the world with their ideas, and shake it with their voices.

I am honored to have a poem included here in this #MeToo e-Book- such an important project giving a voice to women everywhere.

 

Keep roaring,

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