A month signifying the end of summer, and a slower pace; as we prepare for the end of the year and holiday festivities.
It's also formally recognized with a very familiar slogan to millions of Americans: "Think Pink."
Which represents Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
In fact, no matter where you live, it's difficult to turn on the TV or radio without hearing the daily messages, commercials, promotional activities, sponsored "walks" and other events to increase awareness and garner support of this deadly threat to women of all ages and backgrounds.
No doubt, it's a worthy cause that merits our attention.
But few recognize comparatively that October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Why is that?
For historical references, Domestic Violence Awareness Month was "officially" recognized back in 1981, while Breast Cancer Awareness Month was said to date back to 1985.
Both tragedies claim countless victims each year, yet domestic violence is rarely addressed, it seems, unless it affects someone who has "Red Carpet" status in our society (Chris Brown, Ray Rice, etc.)
Heres' a point for reflection...
What about the women who don't have a "public platform?" Whose husbands are not celebrities or football players? Are they less worthy of being heard or rescued?
Do we turn a deaf ear on their cries?
Should we remain silent?
As a wise man once stated: "If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem."
...Food for thought.
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