The July 4th parade in Weirton was held a bit early this year. It was held on June the 30th, a couple of days before we went on a vacation. I am glad they did it earlier because we got to participate to one of the groups, the Pro Life Association. This is our first time being part of the parade so we were all excited.
All of us were wearing a shirt that says "Lifeguard" on the front and "Guarding All Life" at the back.
I understand that this is a very sensitive issue to some but I feel like we have to stand up for the protection of the unborn too. I also understand the predicament that women faces when they are in a situation where they were forced against their will but at least they have the voice to express their opinions. The unborn has no voice so if no one will stand up for them, they will always be the victim.
Anyway, we went early because the start of the parade has no parking space so we had to park all the way downtown and then walk to the starting point.
We had fun on our walk. We have never walked on this part of the city so it was nice seeing it.
For the previous years, we have witnessed some people harassing the Pro Life group where they verbally abused Nuns and other religious people that is part of the group. I am glad that this year, there was none of that, at least I did not see any.
I think that because there were many children in our group, the pro-choice people did not say anything which I was very thankful of. The kids were were reading some statistics and facts about the impact of abortion as the parade goes.
Most of the people that we knew at the Pro-Life group were from our children's school.
Some of the Moms I know from church and school were there too so I felt very comfortable joining.
My husband was tasked to hold the banner along with another guy.
I was really surprised that there were so many Pro-Life people who joined this year. There's not usually this big from the previous years.
"Beach or no beach, we need lifeguards", some of the signs that other people brought to the parade.
We would love to join again next year if given the chance. Our children felt awesome after attending this one. They feel like they have done something to raise awareness for the protection of the unborn.
15 travelers' comments:
What a great way to stand up for the unborn children! I love that it was a peaceful parade. The shirts are so cute and it looks like a fun event.
This sounds like a wonderful organization. All life is precious and should be protected.
I am pro life and life starts at conception. My view and I don't expect everyone to agree with me. That is fine. Always willing to have a great conversation from all sides.
I've never understood the "pro-life" movement. People who are pro-choice aren't pro-death. I'm somewhere in the middle. Each case is different and should be looked at differently.
It looks like it was such a great parade and you went as a family which was so nice. You have a very special message and although controversial well taken.
It is always good to stand up for what you believe in. I find that in society nowadays everybody seems to hate the other person for their beliefs. I think we should all have a voice to say what it is we think is right.
I'm glad everything went smoothly! Sometimes things can get heated. I'm pro choice and always will be, but I respect the views of the pro life people as well. I think respect goes a long way.
I am sorry but I can't understand the pro-life movement. However, I am glad you were able to stand up for something you believe in peacefully as I believe we should all be able to do that.
Looks like your whole family stood up for what you believe in! Glad to see you had a peaceful time.
I think it's so great to have a peaceful parade to stand up for something you believe in... and so grateful that your kids were able to be a part of it and see it too, without anyone making it heated.
I think it is great that you and your family are supporting a cause together that you are passionate. Getting your kids involved at their age will only encourage them to stay involved as they get older!
That sounds like a great organization. Looks like you guys had tons of fun during the parade.
It's wonderful for people to do this and to work together. I hate to hear that nuns were abused for their stance. I am Catholic, and right now our faith is taking a beating.
What a great way to stand up for the cause you support. You guys must have had a lot of fun on such a beautiful summer day.
It's good that the event went well unlike last year. I think it will all go down to respect. We all need to respect other's belief and opinion.
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