Many of you may not have heard about the terrorist attacks in Norway. It was a real tragedy, and my heart goes out to all the families it has affected. If you would like to learn more about this, here is a link to the most up to date news:
http://www.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/europe/07/22/norway.explosion/index.html?hpt=hp_t1
Hate is everywhere. People will get angry and get violent when they see something strange or they don't agree with it. We appear to be a violent species. Always destroying to get our way. Not just terrorists, racists, homophobes, etc., but ourselves. We destroy and rebuild everything the way we want to, whether its the environment or ourselves. There are radicals everywhere, it doesn't matter if its religion, or just one's beliefs. We always seem to slow down the progress of humanity.
We don't need to hate each other because we aren't the same. We are all different, and we must accept that. Forcing ourselves to only know one thing, and never wanting to see everything and learning about everything is to stop progress. There are radicals on both sides. Yes there are some evil men out there as well, but that's not the point. We need to lead by example. We need to help others when they are in need. Support them no matter what they believe. There is so much hate in the world, and it feels like I can do nothing about it.
If you see someone being attacked for no reason on the street or in the store, would you do anything about it? If there's a chance you could be hurt, would you save another life from certain death? There have been people to just stand there and watch while bad things happen. Heck a few months ago there was an attack on a young transwoman, for no reason other than being herself. No one helped her, and in fact, employees watched and recorded the whole thing while it happened. So what can I do to help? Surly I, a young transwoman cannot possibly do anything to change the world, or help those in need right?
I can be me.
Everyday, I keep becoming happier and happier because of my transition. I'm passing more, and becoming more outgoing. With this, I can help others in need. Whether its helping a customer find something they would like, listen to a friend when they are in need, or even wave hello to a complete stranger to brighten up their day. If someone needs assistance on the street, I will be there. We need to support our fellow human beings. It doesn't matter if they are of a different race, religion, or whatever. If they need it, we should help. It doesn't matter if they hate trans people, or anything. Yes there are dangers involved in this, but we cannot be afraid all of our lives. We are the ones who will shape our future. We are the ones who the younger generations will look towards. The world will keep turning, but we are the ones who have to fight for whats right. Equality, acceptance, understanding. Three simple words that together will help power our future, improve all relations, help make a world we can all live in.
I know I can't fix the world, but I sure can make it a better place.
Until next time, with love,
~Ellie
P.S. Love for Norway, and those who have been lost. Let us never forget.
You, my dear, are a beautiful person. The world would do well to have more people like you, and to have them understand what you're putting across.
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Why thank you Quill. It means a lot. Hopefully we all can get along soon, if not, at least attempt to make this place a better world to live in.
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