Juan Carlos Escobar

Meraki –
Doing it With Love, Passion and a Lot of Soul
👽I Play like a Bull; Roar like a Lion💥Im a Type 1 Diabetic🎈My language is Universal🌍

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

Knots that can't be undone 🪢
https://t.co/JWOAjAXaiK

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Ann-Margret mesmerizes on Johnny Carson, 1975

[internet hall of fame @InternetH0F]

in Australia, the danger of skydiving begins after landing

[Eric Alper 🎧 @ThatEricAlper]

Journalist: "What do you think is your greatest achievement?"
David Bowie: "Marrying my wife."
"But as a musician?"
"Nothing else matters."

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

21-year-old Mäori MP performs haka before parliament speech in New Zealand

[Latest in space @latestinspace]

Astronaut Scott Kelly once smuggled a full gorilla suit aboard the International Space Station. He didn't tell anyone about it. One day, without anyone knowing, he put it on.

[Juan Carlos Escobar @MarZIANO28]

@ti_vraga I carry Glucose SOS

[Juan Carlos Escobar @MarZIANO28]

@thehipcheck67

[❂ Yübbîę Umoh ❂ @Yubbie007]

Praying mantis using the deadliest submission hold on a lizard.

[Acosta Family McDonald's - San Antonio @SanAntonioMcDs]

ur telling me the mini pockets in my jeans are not for my mcnugget????

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Zhao Hua Hong was one of the last living foot-binding practitioners. Foot-binding was a deeply entrenched cultural practice in China that lasted for over a thousand years, beginning in the 10th century and gradually declining in the early 20th century. It involved the tight binding of young girls' feet, resulting in severe deformity and lifelong disabilities.

Zhao Hua Hong was born in a small village in rural China in 1929, during a time when foot-binding was still widely practiced. She grew up in a family that adhered to this tradition, and at the age of six, her feet were bound in accordance with societal norms and expectations. Like countless other girls of her generation, she endured the excruciating pain and suffered the lasting consequences of this cruel practice.

As she grew older, Zhao Hua Hong became increasingly aware of the changing social landscape in China. The early 20th century brought significant cultural and political shifts, and foot-binding came under scrutiny as a symbol of oppression and the subjugation of women. Influenced by these changing attitudes and inspired by the emerging women's rights movements, she eventually became an advocate for the abolition of foot-binding.

With the passage of time and the spread of education, foot-binding gradually lost its appeal and was officially banned in China in 1949. However, its echoes lingered, and Zhao Hua Hong's experience stood as a stark reminder of a painful and oppressive tradition that had shaped the lives of countless women.

In her later years, Zhao Hua Hong dedicated herself to preserving the memory and history of foot-binding. She participated in interviews, documentaries, and public discussions, sharing her personal story and raising awareness about the physical and psychological consequences of the practice. Her courage and willingness to speak out against foot-binding served as an inspiration for many, helping to foster a broader understanding of gender equality and cultural change.

Today, Zhao Hua Hong stands as a living testament to an era that has now passed. Her presence served as a reminder of the resilience of women throughout history and the ongoing struggle for gender equality. Her efforts to document and share her story ensure that future generations will not forget the injustices faced by women who endured the pain and suffering of foot-binding, while also highlighting the progress made in promoting women's rights and challenging harmful cultural practices.

[Juan Carlos Escobar @MarZIANO28]

@BenRavenPDF Was in the same boat about two 2years ago. Found Pamela thru a friend on Twitter. I haven't looked back @GlucoseSOS

[Juan Carlos Escobar @MarZIANO28]

@BenRavenPDF Would you like to try Glucose SOS?

[Acosta Family McDonald's - San Antonio @SanAntonioMcDs]

Me 🤜💥🤛 Stopping at mcdonald's for a lil snack

[Miss Diabetes @miss__diabetes]

NEW COMIC! Diabetic Cat in solidarity with all diabetics who don’t change their lancet ✊🏼😼

Inspired by the simplicity of @claricetudor comics, (which are just brilliant)

#diabetes #type1diabetes

[Softstar Shoes @softstarshoes]

Introducing your new favorite dress shoes: Hamilton and Taylor Oxfords.✨

[Acosta Family McDonald's - San Antonio @SanAntonioMcDs]

May your fries be crispy & your coffee be iced

[thegirlwithdialigo @thapi_semenya]

Diabetes is so difficult to live with. Today i was reminded why and honestly it has me feeling so small. I’m actually just drowning in sadness.

[Terrence K. Williams @w_terrence]

What in the Scooby Doo is going on with this new generation.

Lord Jesus Take The Wheel