Genna's random thoughts and updates.
*Minds are like parachutes...they only function when open*
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Stop domestic abuse...
"The subject of domestic violence has receded from the headlines in recent years, but the numbers suggest it's still a major social problem. While services for battered women—including hot lines and shelter beds—have increased dramatically, there are still not enough; 4,237 adults and children were turned away from domestic violence shelters in Missouri last year because there was not enough space, according to Colleen Coble. Even when services are available, some women are too terrified to use them. Fleeing from a batterer can actually increase the violence a woman faces; many of the 1,202 women killed by their husbands or boy- friends in the U.S. in 2002 were murdered after they'd already escaped from their homes."
Reading this story literally brought tears to my eyes. While I must say that I do not believe in any way that taking another human life is right... you feel the desperation and feel the blatant need for more attention to be focused on the issue of domestic abuse before it swells to a point of no return.
There is also an excellent documentary entitled When Women Kill that is directly related to the issue of this story wherein women are subjected to constant and horrific abuse and go to extreme measures. You can get it at most libraries--The Regina Public Library and the U of R have copies.
November 18.
You are a cohesive force - able to bring many people together for a common cause. You tend to excel in work situations, but you also facilitate a lot of social gatherings too. Beyond being a good leader, you are good at inspiring others. You also keep your powerful emotions in check - you know when to emote and when to repress. Your strength: Emotional maturity beyond your years. Your weakness: Wearing yourself down with too many responsibilities. Your power color: Crimson red. Your power symbol: Snowflake. Your power month: September.
1 comment:
Good post.
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