Thankfully, the subject of periods has expanded quite a bit since I was in high school. I see more articles written about girls and women all over the world trying to rip apart the stigma surrounding the menstrual cycle. Also, there is more awareness on the expenses of simply being female.
The following links helped open my eyes to the privileges I had ignored. They also made me see that positive communication is happening, and that there is still so much more progress to be made.
First, there is the issue of the “tampon tax.” One of the debates out there is whether feminine hygiene products should be exempt from the sales tax. Food is generally exempt from sales tax because it is deemed a “necessity.” Talk to any body who has had a period, and I guarantee they will tell you that feminine hygiene products are a necessity, not a luxury (like, not even a little bit).
https://taxfoundation.org/tampon-taxes-sales-tax/
Perhaps, to some people who read this, you may be thinking; it is just a couple cents more, what is the big deal? If you have never had to pinch pennies, than you are very lucky. Some of us have had to stretch things unbelievably thin to make ends meet. Every cent counts.
Second, even though I have done a lot of penny-pinching in my life, I never even considered the dire circumstances that surround women on the streets who have no money for feminine care. Homeless women have to be worried about their general safety and getting enough to eat, and once a month they have to be worried about cleanliness and shaming. There are also many health risks associated with poor hygiene.
Watch this: http://thehomelessperiod.com/
So, with all this information and all the helpful communities popping up to support women, why should I add another log to the fire? Well, I feel like there can never be too much support for our fellow human beings. My focus with this blog will be to highlight some of the counties I wish to help: Collin, Dallas, Fannin, and Grayson.
I hope you will join me!
Be kind. Be helpful. Be love.
Paula
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