I am an older white woman, a retired teacher.

[GoldenOldie]

65. As an old woman/mother/grandmother/great-grandmother and one time activist

The "younger folks," are enjoying the benefits of efforts of over 100 years ago. The problem is that they have not been taught about the efforts and battles to attain these rights. The old adage of "you don't know what you have lost, until you lose it," holds true, as never before.

I have brought my children with me, when possible, to every march, protest, townhall meetings, discussions, etc., to let them learn first hand. We sat together viewing movies and TV programs on subjects that could affect their lives. My children in-turn with their children.

I was so proud and happy when my Granddaughter called me from college during her freshman year of International Studies and told me her Professor was discussing the failure of the elderly to know and comprehend World Events. Apparently his statement riled my Granddaughter and she immediately put him to task for labeling all elders as being ignorant of world affairs and proceeded to tell him about her grandmother....well into her 70's. I am blessed as all of my grandchildren now help to keep me well informed.