Not only a mother of 7-year old, but also a frontliner

(10 May) Because of work in the past, I knew "D", who is the mother of a 7-year old.

"D" was a "peaceful" protester in the beginning. Until the beginning of July last year, she and her son was going back home from dinner, police tactical unit (PTU) rushed toward them. Her son said he wanted to stay and help the front line protesters. He said, "I am not scared, mum."

"D" couldn't help but cry at that moment and thought, "even a kid knows right from wrong; what should an adult wait for?"

Then came the 21 July and "D" felt she couldn't take it anymore. She became a “frontline” protester. What happened on the 31 of Aug and 1 Oct was still vivid in her mind. "For the first time, I didn't know what I could do. I only know everyone can contribute something. I have been almost all different positions, such as frontline, supporter, parents, scout, FA, etc. As long as you are willing to take one more step."

She went out alone every time. I asked how her son responded. She said her son didn't let her go once for the siege of PolyU. "When I was in PolyU, I was afraid that I couldn't go home. He texted me via WhatsApp to ask me about the condition when I went out every time. He even kept some food for me to eat later." Her kid still felt worried even he knew why her mother went out. He always watched live when his mother was out.

As a mother, how could she not fear to be arrested or hurt? What to do if leaving the kid alone? "I have planned just in case something happens. I have a friend to help and look after my kid." I couldn't imagine how a mother could sacrifice and be determined. I felt heart-breaking to hear her story and respect the mother and the son deeply.

"I come out and protect the future for my son. If you have kids and you can't see their future, don't let yourself be regret one day that you haven't done anything. "she said firmly.

Our sister is not only a frontliner but also a mother. Even with a heavy burden, it doesn't mean to flinch. Because she can't lose her beloved son, she protests him regardless of personal safety

Wish all mother teammates be safe in this "Mother's Day". They come out to be the front line because they don't want the next generation to live under a dictatorship. Women and mothers are not soft and weak anymore in this movement. Because of love, they are determined to fight.

Source: Wong Ji Yuet’s Facebook
shorturl.at/fkX16

#MothersDay #Frontliner #PeacefulProtestor #SiegeofPolyU #WongJiYuet #PolyU #Mother

⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️
Continue reading from
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/23312

Ms. D hoped to be a “peaceful, non-violent protester” but she changed her mind one day in July 2019. Ms D and her son were planning to head home after having dinner in Prince Edward that day but a group of riot police suddenly charged towards them. “Mum, I am not scared of getting injured.” Ms. D could never have imagined her son telling her that he would like to stay and help those big brothers and sisters fighting at the front line, fighting for things that were ours to begin with.

At that point, Ms. D could not stop the tears from streaming down her face anymore. “Even a young child can differentiate what is right or wrong. What are we adults still waiting for?” she said.

On 21 July 2019, Ms. D felt she could not no longer bear it, so she started to walk closer and closer to the front, becoming one of the frontline fighters. After that, she experienced the clashes on 31 August in Prince Edward and on 1 October in Tsuen Wan, she could still remember what happened. “To be honest, I didn’t know what I could do at first and I only knew there is always something for everyone to do. For me, I have worked in every position – frontline fighter, supplies, ‘parent’, scout, first-aider… There is something to do long as you are willing to take a step forward,” Ms. D said.

Ms. D went alone every time and she would tell her child every time she went out. I asked how her son reacted at that time. She said the siege at Polytechnic University was the only time her son did not allow her to go. “During that period of time, my son was always worried that I would not return home. Actually, he would send me a message through WhatsApp every time I went out and say that he has cooked me dinner, waiting for me to get home. Even though the youngster understands why she would go out, he still worries and watches live broadcast whenever she is out.

As a mother, who would not be afraid of being arrested or getting hurt? What if something happens, the child will be left alone. “I have contingency plans. Just in case something happens to me, my friend will contact an organisation and they will arrange care for my son.” It is absolutely unimaginable that a mother has to sacrifice this much. I felt terrible after hearing her story but at time same time, I appreciate and respect both this mother and her son.

“I stand out there to protect my child’s future. For those who have kids, do you see their future? Please don’t wait till one day when we can’t come out anymore and regret that you didn’t fight for it before!” D said emphatically.

Mothers are always there to provide support whenever we feel weak or tired. Their love is gentle and dependable. However, mothers do not only play a supportive role in this social movement. Mothers can also stand at the very front, they can also be valiant fighters.

On Mother’s Day this year, may peace be with every comrade who is also a mother. They walk out to the front as they hope that the next generation will not have to live under the rule of such a government. Females, mothers have not been fragile in this movement. Because of their love, they are determined to continue in this fight.

Source: Wong Ji Yuet Facebook, https://m.facebook.com/105526877678603/posts/146615460236411/?d=n

#WongJiYuet