Transported

One activity that I had on this trip was the Greensboro lunch counter sit-ins simulation. Before the trip, I felt physically and mentally prepared for the simulation. My classmates that attend the journey last year had a seminar and had a huge conference about their trip. 

When the instructor said to put on your headphones, close your eyes and lay your hand flat on the table and try not to move. I  transported to the actually sits in and endured what they felt in that moment. 

My neck tingled every time I felt someone breathe heavy near me. My ears started to ring due to how loud their voices were. I actually thought somebody was behind me shaking my chair and then I realized it was just the simulation and at that moment, I felt intimidated and I wasn't as mentally prepared as I thought.

This experience made me grateful for what the A&T four and many others did for my future. A future where I can sit anywhere I want and get service. I feel like I probably wound't have the courage and strength to sit down on a battlefield with a non-violent approach. I am more appreciative of my rights because I live in a reality that only occurred in their dreams and it's all because of their hard work and dedication.

Ashley