To drive to D.C. would be a painful experience. Then to add being on my feet for hours would make my knees hurt for days. I have rheumatoid arthritis, and it affects the joints in my knees, hips, shoulders, and sometimes ankles. A few friends of mine are going to D.C. and some will be marching in a more local city. It is important to me that people show support for women of our country. Given the condescending and negative nature of the attitude expressed toward women by the incoming administration and the possibility that the value of role women and girls in our society will be downplayed, I want to demonstrate how strongly I feel this attitude to be detrimental. The U.S. is often looked at as a forward-thinking nation where females have rights that are denied to females of other nationalities. By participating in a positive and supportive march, I believe we will demonstrate our importance in this country and the world. Others will be able to see how valuable females are in the U.S. My hope is that women and girls can find comfort in knowing that we are united by our our willingness to speak out against hatred. I pray for the safety and strength of those who will be physically marching in our nation’s capitol this coming Saturday, and I want to show my support for them.