Courageous Women Throughout
History
The
women of the past were brave and spirited ladies who knew what they wanted in
life and wanted to make a difference in the community where they lived. There were many
who spoke out on women’s rights. Elizabeth Stanton was one of them. She stood
up and said that women should have the right to vote and receive equal
education. She also was an abolitionist and fought adamantly against slavery,
prejudice, and inequality but it was not readily accepted.
Frederick
Douglass, who was a public speaker, author, and statesman, said: “When the true
history of the antislavery cause shall be written, women will occupy a large
space in its pages; for the cause of the slave has been peculiarly a woman’s
cause.”
Susan B. Anthony was
another. When she defied the laws and voted illegally on November 5, 1872 in a
presidential election, she was arrested and fined $100. But she refused to pay
it. She said, “Resistance to
tyranny is obedience to God.”
These courageous
women made a difference in history. They fought for equal education and wanted
the right to vote. Did you know the first four states to
give women the right to vote were Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, and Idaho? It did
not take long until women began running for office in each of these states.
Do you have some courageous ancestors
that were an influence on you? I had a great grandmother who stood up for her
rights and would not allow anyone to intimidate her. She was told by a group of
men that if she denounced her religion then they would not burn down her home. The
leader of the mob was a large burly man and she had every right to be
frightened. But Martha would not give in to fear. She was a devout Christian
and would not deny her Faith. With strength and courage, she stomped her foot
and said: “You may burn it and be damned.”
I had another great grandmother
who was an influence on my life. When she saw some thieves stealing her grapes,
she knew they would not be afraid of her if she tried to chase them off. An
idea came to her. Frances put on her husband’s cavalry uniform,
tucked her hair inside his hat, and grasped his sword from its scabbard.
Bravely marching outside onto the porch, she brandished the weapon in a
threatening manner and demanded in a loud voice “Leave or perish!” I’m sure she
smiled inside when she saw them take off like scared rabbits.
My great grandmothers were an
example to me. If I were in either of my grandmother’s shoes, I wonder if I
would have had that much courage. After reading their biographies, I took their
stories and created a series of novellas called Women of Courage.
In The Light at the End of the Tunnel, Hannah is a young single mother
who has had some hardships since arriving in America. But the trials in her
life only make her stronger. Wanting to be independent, she opens a hot chocolate
shop. At first, it’s a struggle. But she will not give up.
In A Lady of Refinement, Serenity is an educated young woman from
Wales. After arriving in America, she decides to teach adults how to read and
write. She is
determined to help the citizens learn the enjoyment of reading. One of her
favorite books is Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott. No one seems to measure up to
this valiant knight until Jonathan comes along.
In A Mississippi Sunset, Laura gives lectures regularly, encouraging
women to fight for their beliefs and be heard. Equality is her
message. But she soon finds out that women who speak
publicly are looked down upon and criticized, saying it is unwomanly and
unchristian to speak publicly. But she has faith in God and knows He will help her in the cause for justice.
https://vimeo.com/721762655
Women of Courage Series
The Light at the end of the Tunnel: When
Thomas finds out that Hannah's shop is struggling, he comes to the rescue with
a clever plan. Will she agree to such an unconventional idea? Can he convince
her to find room in her heart for one more person?
https://www.amazon.com/Light-End-Tunnel-Women-Courage-ebook/dp/B09JHRQYF1
A Lady of Refinement: When Jonathan meets
Serenity, an educated and courageous woman from Wales, he becomes intrigued
with her and wonders how he can win her heart. Her brother gives him some
advice, but Jonathan begins to question his wisdom. Should he trust his friend
or is he leading him astray?
https://www.amazon.com/Lady-Refinement-Women-Courage-ebook/dp/B09PHZK76M
A Mississippi Sunset: When
Deputy Davies meets Laura, he is intrigued with her independent nature. He admires her spunk
and wonders if such a woman would be interested in a small town deputy like
himself.
https://www.amazon.com/Mississippi-Sunset-Women-Courage-ebook/dp/B09SRDBHNX
