Small Things Count

Today, March 1, begins Women’s History Month. It’s a time to look at the women who built our country, improved our lives, made this a better, more just world. Like the Suffragettes, who fought for–and won–the 19th Amendment to our Constitution, Clara Barton (founder of the Red Cross), even Janet Guthrie (first woman to drive in the Indy 500). The list is long and momentous. But how about those who are not recognized as “great”? Like moms who raise future inventors, educators, peace-negotiators, etc. Waitresses who serve a hearty breakfast to the (probably) men about to meet to make important legal or political decisions. Doctors and nurses whose skills save lives. Teachers who educate our future leaders. They, too, are women who contribute to history. They, too, deserve to be recognized for their contributions to the human family.