Walking down the street
Just trying to get to the coffee shop,
Passing by a group of men who start whistling,
Walking a little faster
Trying to get away from their rude comments,
Seeking comfort from a phone call to a friend,
“Should I have worn something different?”
Walking through the parking lot
Just going to buy groceries,
Boys hanging out windows yelling suggestive remarks,
Walking into the store
Texting a friend about the crude boys,
Asking how to make the situation better,
“I shouldn’t have worn my shorts,”
Standing at a party
Just trying to have a good time,
A boy whispering vulgar things in your ear,
Walking away from the intrusive teenager
Trying to escape from his grasp,
Looking for a friend to talk to and offer their comfort,
“I should have worn a longer shirt.”
Unfortunately, most girls will get catcalled in their lives, but we don’t have to let it drag us down! If you get catcalled or have ever gotten catcalled, here is some advice on how to react.
