You already know how my history mirrors yours in many ways with one exception-- my first abortion was performed before abortions were legal and it was performed on a kitchen table in South East DC. I bled for 30 days before collapsing and being rushed to the hospital where I had a D and C. I could have easily become a statistic like so many other vibrant young women who mercilessly died as a result of a botched abortion. Removing "safe" from abortion, in my opinion, is criminal. As always, I appreciate your voice. xxoo -k
People who have not been on the other end of that call can't fathom what it's like to consider your options and make that decision. It's not done lightly and, like you, the most minute details stay with you forever. I can't remember what I had for breakfast yesterday - but I recall the hateful things said to me, and the menacing photos carried on signs. I'm livid to think even that gauntlet is no longer available to American woman who need safe, reliable services.
I stand by you, and with you. I know you would stand by me, and my kids, for choice and autonomy, no matter the reason. You are welcome as an honorary auntie here, at our table, always.
You already know how my history mirrors yours in many ways with one exception-- my first abortion was performed before abortions were legal and it was performed on a kitchen table in South East DC. I bled for 30 days before collapsing and being rushed to the hospital where I had a D and C. I could have easily become a statistic like so many other vibrant young women who mercilessly died as a result of a botched abortion. Removing "safe" from abortion, in my opinion, is criminal. As always, I appreciate your voice. xxoo -k
Beautiful piece, Kim. You perfectly captured what a lot of us have been feeling and going through.
I applaud your courage, LPC. The complexities of Choice are deeply personal matters, as so well revealed in the words you have written here.
Thank you for sharing your brave truth. Spatchcocked, indeed. Brava.
Brava!
People who have not been on the other end of that call can't fathom what it's like to consider your options and make that decision. It's not done lightly and, like you, the most minute details stay with you forever. I can't remember what I had for breakfast yesterday - but I recall the hateful things said to me, and the menacing photos carried on signs. I'm livid to think even that gauntlet is no longer available to American woman who need safe, reliable services.
What an enormously brave piece to write. As were the choices you were forced to make, not taken irresponsibly.
I stand by you, and with you. I know you would stand by me, and my kids, for choice and autonomy, no matter the reason. You are welcome as an honorary auntie here, at our table, always.
beautiful personal essay Kim - beautifully written and so honest. I feel spatchcocked!