Social media is a technological wonder that provides a link to stories and women like this:
http://www.ted.com/talks/tan_le_my_immigration_story.html
Tan Le speaks of her family's journey and her growing into the woman she is today, which she acknowledges, is still changing. I'm not an immigrant, I didn't hide fearful in a boat escaping toward a better life. However, I am now aware of the placating feeling of privilege. I fear the stagnation of being complacent and comfortable. Yet, I also fear not being able to be the change I want to see within myself. I have not found my place of action yet.
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