On March 8 we celebrate International Women’s Day. Don’t tell anyone, but it was celebrated by Lenin in 1922 to honour women who had been an instrumental part of the 1917 Russian Revolution. The day left the socialist/communist sphere and went mainstream in 1977 when the UN declared it an International Day.
Historically, this day had a number of purposes. It was a day to march and call for women’s rights, specifically the right to vote; a day to celebrate the many achievements of women – and a day to call for the end of war. Some things just don’t get old.
As a group of strong and thoughtful women, TPW has much to celebrate. Not only have our members accomplished a great deal in their wide and varied working lives, we also continue to make significant contributions to the world around us. Did a know-nothing politician indicate that a certain African country was unimportant because no one knew of its existence? Well, a TPW member has been involved in a successful education program for girls in that country. And now more of us know what is happening in that part of the world. Are you interested in an art project, a new sport, a good book to read or film to see, or in finding someone who can repair something that broke? Or do you need to express your concerns about what is happening in the world today? We are here for one another, and we are here as women who make a difference. We may look like people going for a walk in the morning, but watch out. TPW walkers have each other’s backs and are not to be underestimated. Elbows are UP!
