Return of the Mason Hall bathroom confessional
Return of the “Go Blue Girly Confessions Wall”
September 2nd, 2008
Last year, The Statement wrote about a stall in the women’s bathroom nearest the Fishbowl. This stall wasn’t just a toilet behind a door—for devoted following of students, it was an anonymous confessional. Hundreds of personal secrets covered the wall, accompanied with the most heartfelt, compassionate responses ever seen in bathroom graffiti. Then at the end of last semester, the University painted over it. But less than a week into the new school year, the bathroom confessional is back.
“Last year, I wrote here about my boyfriend and how I wanted to marry him. After 2 years, he broke up with me for no reason. Then my words were painted over and I’m replacing them — as well as him — with a newfound confidence, independence and spirit. I will and can do better.”
“I had an abortion, it was secret… now it won’t be anymore.”
Response: I am sorry, hope you’re doing okay… I am a feminist and believe in abortion, but it would be terrifying to get one.”
“I’m lying to my family about being gay because my parents disowned me, but took me back when I said I would stop being gay (dating my girlfriend). I was too scared. I’m still dating her, but I hope for acceptance one day.”
Response: “I’m engaged to a man because my Muslim family will reject me if they know I’m a lesbian.”
“Eating disorder is reemerging and I’m not stopping it. This should scare me, but it doesn’t.”
Response: “No, you shouldn’t have fear, honey! This is a fight you can win. Have fearless faith that you’ll get through this, and know you’re not alone!”
“MY JOB AND HOUSING SITUATION ARE BOTH GOING TO SHIT! THE ONLY WAY FOR ME TO STAY STRONG IS TO GET ANGRY”
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