#ORANGESHIRT

[ithappensblog]

more than an orange shirt

Over the past few years, I've embarked on a profound journey of self-discovery, one that has taken me deep into the roots of my ancestry. My motivation for this exploration stemmed from the absence of a relationship with my father's family, which left a void in my understanding of my roots. Little did I know that this quest would uncover pieces of Aboriginal heritage I never knew existed within me.

When I met Jason, I was aware that he was Métis and had been raised with the rich traditions and culture that came with it. I wholeheartedly embraced his background and over the years have immersed myself in Powwows and educational opportunities that shed light on the Indigenous peoples of our country. Yet, it was only when I delved into my own ancestry that I truly comprehended the depth of this connection.

Discovering my Aboriginal heritage resonated deep within me, tugging at my heartstrings in a way I hadn't expected. This newfound knowledge wasn't just about adding another layer to my identity; it was about acknowledging the historical and cultural significance of my roots.

As parents, Jason and I have made it a priority to pass down pieces of our different heritages to our daughter. She eagerly absorbs the stories and traditions of our respective backgrounds, fostering a sense of pride and belonging that will hopefully stay with her throughout her life. Some of our forebears were forced to conceal their true identities out of fear, a painful reality that we cannot ignore. We will honour them by standing tall and proud of who we are and who we come from.

Today, on Truth and Reconciliation Day, our reflections go beyond our personal journeys. We must remember what the people before us endured. We must realize the continued suffering of Indigenous peoples in Canada due to over a century of mistreatment.

This day serves as a stark reminder of the importance of educating yourself and your children about the land you call home, the history it holds, and the ongoing struggles faced by Indigenous communities.

This day is more than just sporting an orange shirt.

As I reflect on my journey, I am grateful for the pieces of my heritage that I've uncovered. I am proud to stand alongside my partner and daughter, committed to learning, respecting, and preserving the traditions and cultures of all our ancestors. I am committed to advocating for the fair treatment of the Indigenous peoples and recognize the damage residential schools caused. It's been a long journey of self-discovery, empathy, and unity.

I hope this post serves as a reminder to acknowledge the past and work toward a better future for all. Because, unfortunately, it's 2023 and some of the very people who this land belongs to, don't even have the luxury of clean drinking water. Some families are still suffering from intergenerational trauma because of the disgusting harm Indigenous children faced for over 100 years. Let that sink in.

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[playgirlpontius]

Got a jackass trading card box today. It was really fuckin cool

[mayshitannako]

little bee enjoying her honey!

this illustration is for Orangeshirt on TFM! thx for trade! :D

[mistfunk]

Mistigram: to you, it's just an #OrangeShirt that AdeptApril has illustrated in #ANSIart. But if you're in Canada, the shirt represents the imposition of the #ResidentialSchool system on Indigenous children for around a century and a half, removing them from the care of their parents and extinguishing their language and culture in a slow-moving campaign of genocide. We wear the symbolic garment today in a gesture in support of #TruthAndReconcilation.

[rejiggerbirds]

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[hollymbryan]

Blog Tour + #Review: THE FIGHT FOR MIDNIGHT by Dan Solomon! #tbrbeyondtours

Welcome to Book-Keeping and my stop on the TBR and Beyond Tours blog tour for The Fight for Midnight by Dan Solomon, which released yesterday from Flux! Read on for all the details and my review.

About the Book

title: The Fight for Midnight author: Dan Solomon publisher: Flux release date: 20 June 2023

It’s been a rough year for Alex Collins. In the past twelve months, he’s lost his best friend, become the target of the two biggest bullies at school, and been sentenced to community service. But on June 25, 2013, he gets a call for help from Cassie Ramirez, the prettiest girl in school. At last, he feels like his luck might be changing.

Cassie is at the Texas State Capitol to protest Wendy Davis’s historic filibuster of the abortion bill HB2, and she’s rallying everyone she knows to join her. Until today, Alex didn’t know what a filibuster was, and he’d never given a moment’s thought to how he felt about abortion. But at the Capitol, he finds himself in the middle of a tense scene full of pro-life “blueshirts,” pro-choice “orangeshirts,” and blustering politicians playing political games as Wendy Davis tries to run out the clock at midnight.

Alex may have entered the Capitol looking to spend time with Cassie, but the political gets personal when he runs into his ex-friend Shireen in an orange T-shirt and quickly realizes that when it comes to an issue like abortion, neutral isn’t an option. Over the next nineteen hours—as things get increasingly heated both on the Senate floor and between the two sets of protesters—Alex will struggle to figure out what side he’s on, knowing that whatever choice he makes will bring him face-to-face with his past mistakes.

Content Warning: Bullying

Add to Goodreads: The Fight for Midnight Purchase the Book: Amazon | B&N | Bookshop.org

About the Author

Dan Solomon is a journalist based out of Austin, Texas. He’s a senior writer at Texas Monthly, and his writing has appeared in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, and Details. He covered the HB2 filibuster for the Austin Chronicle, where his work was part of the alt-weekly’s AAN Award-nominated coverage.

Connect with Dan: Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads

My 4-Star Review

I was excited to read The Fight for Midnight because I remember the event around which the book centers so well. In fact, it kind of took me by surprise to realize that it’s been *ten years* since the famous Wendy Davis filibuster! It also makes me sad to realize that ten years later we’re in a *worse* position with respect to women’s rights over their own bodies :( But I think that’s at least part of the reason Mr. Solomon wrote this book.

I think this book is perfect for teens who are questioning their own beliefs at this time, as well as teens who feel compelled to use their voices to speak out, whatever the issue might be. Alex gets a crash course in politics and legislative wrangling when he spends 13 hours at the Texas legislature watching Wendy Davis’ filibuster, and he realizes the whole thing is rigged. The only reason the filibuster lasts past midnight and the bill is prevented from passing is because the voices of the people in the gallery rang out for the last 5 minutes, preventing the Texas GOP from calling the vote. It’s certainly an inspirational story for any teen interested in activism, but Mr. Solomon includes acknowledgement that we may win battles but the war is ongoing -- as evidenced by the position we find ourselves in now.

I think what I liked best about the book is that Mr. Solomon makes a point to have Alex start off not knowing how he feels about the issue of abortion rights, so he goes back and forth throughout the day trying to figure it out. Therefore, both sides are presented by acknowledging that they each believe they are doing the right thing, and that each approaches the task with enthusiasm and dedication. It’s just a recognition that “the other side” doesn’t necessarily have to be our enemy, which I think is a good lesson for teens to learn.

Rating: 4 stars!

**Disclosure: I received a copy of the book from the publisher for purposes of this blog tour. This review is voluntary on my part and reflects my honest rating and review of the book.

Make sure you check out the Instagram tour too! You can find my post here, and the full schedule is here.

[malika9417]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: J.Jill orange long botton-down t-shirt blouse.

[reddfoxsparkles]

Today is a day to remember the injustice and sadness in our history. The first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal holiday created to honour Canada's residential school survivors, their families and communities and to publicly commemorate the impact and trauma endured by Indigenous people in Canadian residential schools. 🧡🧡🧡 #orangeshirtday #orangeshirtday2021 #orangeshirtday #everychildmatters #indigenous #canada #reconciliation #orangeshirt #residentialschools #indigenouslivesmatter #residentialschool #residentialschoolsurvivors #firstnations #canadianhistory #truthandreconciliation #children #orange #metis #healing #native #september #callstoaction #awasisboutique #truth #mmiw #orangeshirtkid #nativeamerican #treaty #dene #cree (at Canada) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjIp1e_MzhY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[aaron2point0]

#orangeshirtday #orangeshirt #truthandreconciliation #truthandreconciliationday #september30 (at Winnipeg, Manitoba) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUab2MYL3pf/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Just little ol me 💕

[mayshitannako]

Workin on trade with orangeshirts on TFM!

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Linen Laurent collar bespoke shirt for my client. #daniellevychemisier #bespokeshirts #shirtmaker #madeinfrance🇫🇷 #linenshirt #laurentcollar #orangeshirt #frenchelegance #sofrenchsochic #3rueducirque (à Daniel Lévy) https://www.instagram.com/p/B29fYdgojPQ/?igshid=s8qh0pp51wd

[owlee22]

There's that #OrangeShirt again! . . . . . . #divineshots #nikon #coolpix #nakedplanet #nature_brilliance #landscapephotography #landscapelovers #conservation #river #rocks #bestfriend https://www.instagram.com/p/B8wguDXjo-q/?igshid=15p3zlfq61xdx