Monique performs and I watch her and then speak up.

Date: 3/21/2023

I’m inside a theater with many other people, like school mates and other peers. Monique from work is trying to tell the story of her love life, which is very emotional. She dances tip tap with a man, probably her husband/partner, but people seem to be oblivious and chat and turn their heads away. I watch the show! I like it very much!! When she’s done I’m surprised by my own bravery because I raise my hand and speak in front of everybody else. I say “Monique, I think your story was very touching and I thank you so much for sharing it”. I feel tears well in my eyes and my voice breaks when I speak. It’s a weird but good feeling I have. Like I was speaking up for something good that was unseen by most.