Women Can't Drive

Read here>>>Saudi women defy driving ban

Yes, you heard me right--women can't drive. Now that I have your attention, I should tell you I'm not referring to the the unrealistic stereotype held by a lot of men that all women can't drive. I'm talking about the fact that women in Islam can't drive because they aren't allowed.

There is no law against women drivers in some parts of the Middle East; however, religious statutes prevent women of Islam from doing many things such as driving, looking a man in the eyes, opening a bank account, attending school, walking in front of a man, etc.

Nevertheless, today, women in Saudi Arabia took to the streets to participate in a peaceful campaign. Women everywhere started their engines and rolled through the streets of this conservative country to make a statement and hopefully, make a difference.

I know I'm guilty of taking my driving capabilities for granted. In fact, I tell people all the time that I hate driving. But today I will happily climb into the driver's seat, push the pedal to the metal and follow the road less traveled with all my Saudi sisters in mind.

Green Tips: #2

In the second part of my green tips series, I was going to talk about twist ties but my dear friend and fellow blogger has written an article about something much more meaningful.

For just $30 you can buy an eco-friendly iPhone case that also benefits the victims of the recent tsunami and earthquakes in Japan.

Yes, the people across the Pacific are still suffering. Magic doesn't happen over night people! And besides, doesn't everyone on earth own an iPhone now?

What better way to showcase how cool and giving you are?

To find out more read her article here.

Side note: More to come on the twist ties later.