Merriam Webster defines racism as 1: a belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race 2: racial prejudice or discrimination. You can be racist against someone due to their ethnic group, religious preference or sexual orientation, but how about their physical state of being. I know that over-weight people may get this often, but for me this is different. As a black woman, I have experienced racism on many levels. Be it a white woman mad because I got a job she was qualified for due to affirmative action, or a black woman upset because I have nice hair. Even a man because I got a better discount than he, due to my sex. WHO CARES!!! How about being discriminated against because I am in shape and workout on a regular basis. I have been suspended from work because I called in sick for two days. I was told that I could not produce a dr. note (although I can, they don’t know) and how could I be sick if “I am in such good shape?” Healthy people are immune to the common cold, oh now Super Woman is! I know that my boss has had it in for me since the day she told me that she hated me and I would not get a raise to get my boob job. Excuse me, my plastic surgery was for medical reasons (cancer and self-confidence) and you don’t tell me who work for you that you hate them. She talks to others about working out, making sure I hear her, but I NEVER offer any advice. I was even written up and told I could not go to the gym during my lunch time (the week before students arrive). I have been ridiculed because I workout, by saying I put too much emphasis on that than my job. Hands down I am one of the best teachers at my school. I love my job because of my students. I take the negative conversation because I am told daily, I love you Ms. Green!” by 42 smiling faces. I have handled 42 students and 20 irate parents alone for over a month, with no complaints, only compliments. I am highly upset at this point. I don’t get it. Why do people hate people who love themselves? I do not push my lifestyle off on anyone; however I will help whoever asks. I have not had 1 sick day yet, as a matter of fact I gave a sick day to a co-worker because her son was ill (and we don’t really like each other). It is a great school, but how much more can Super Woman take before I destroy the building with my mighty fist. I will take the rest of the week to focus on my workout and go to work on Monday with a smile and a stuck out prideful chest.
Signed, Haters beware of the stinging stare and gorgeous glare
How did I do this?
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