Jun 29, 2021
Join Allyson and Tiffany in this week’s episode as they
discuss (current event), (main topic), (favorite thing), and as
always, share a spotlight of an inspiring
sister.
Current Event/News Story:
Britney Spears' conservatorship
Main Topic:
I crafted this short letter for a friend who was
looking for language to help her approach her local church youth
leaders about the modesty dress code that she was not comfortable
with for her daughter. Feel free to use and edit at will:
“Thank you for all your hard work getting ready for
camp. ( ) is really looking forward to it!
Our modesty guidelines as a family are that our
children dress appropriately for the activity, for the weather, and
for safety - otherwise we simply want them to feel comfortable in
whatever they are wearing. That guideline applies to both our sons
and daughters.
We do not want to give our young daughter the
message that her thighs or shoulders are inherently shameful or
sexual in nature and need to be covered. We are working hard in our
home to combat the messages in our culture that both shame,
objectify, and sexualize girls bodies, and also tells them they are
responsible for the inappropriate thoughts and behaviors of boys
and men. We have given considerable thought to the implications
these messages can have down the road, and are deeply concerned
about upholding these messages.
( ) has always worn regular length shorts in the
summers and tank tops on extra hot days, so unless there are
activities or safety concerns that require different clothing,
that’s what she will be bringing to wear when the weather is
hot.
Sadly, we know of far too many experiences where
girls in particular have been shamed and embarrassed at youth
activities for their clothing choices - and some have left the
church as a result - so we want to avoid this type of experience
altogether, and hope you will not shame or embarrass her for
following our family guidelines.
I hope you don’t read this as an accusation or a
challenge, but as a sincere desire from concerned and loving
parents to support healthy behavior and thoughts about all girls'
bodies.”
Favorite Things:
Tiffany
1. @choosetobeaware IG account
2. Mamba Sticks
3. Pride film
Allyson
1. @liftandloveorg
IG account
2. Trader Joe's
Caroline BBQ sauce and
Grainless Granola
3.
Dialogue Journal podcast episode on LDS
Feminism
Inspiring Sister Spotlight:
3 inspiring female Olympic athletes