International Women's Day

Today is International Women's Day, formerly United Nation's Day.

Established in 1975, its purpose is to "raise awareness of the issues impacting women all over the world." 

My heart goes out to women in countries where they do not have a voice, where beatings are accepted, and where education is just a dream.

I also weep for the women in refugee camps, in war zones, and anywhere else where they see children suffering.  

It is with deep gratitude that women where I reside have freedom and the ability to make their own decisions. 

It's not a perfect society, by any means, but it is better than in many parts of the world.

Women have struggled, throughout the decades, to earn the right to vote, among others.  

We cannot stop moving forward in education, in the workforce, and in life, in general.

We certainly must think of women who are still suffering, still attempting to earn the right to just live in peace.

So this day, there is a lot to think about and a lot to be thankful for.