The “Forbiddin Love” polygamy show with Dawn Porter aired in the USA. Very interesting indeed, since we were told that this show would only show in the UK. However after alot of venting, I have decided to be at peace with whatever message was supposed to go out.
It is true, Dawn Porter came at a very heated time, the week after the raid in Texas. All of us were feeling oppressed with dark clouds following us everywhere. Even though we are not part of the FLDS, the blow to these people were deeply felt. Heartsick, we watched the atrocities and civil right violations played out in a disgusting inhumane way. The helplessness that we felt intensified. Tabloided and scandalous remarks were made by irresponsible media, making the damage irreparable. Taking all of this into consideration, canceling the Dawn Porter interview was our first knee jerk reaction. Instead, we decided it might help demystify and normalize our lifestyle. It was a gamble, but we went for it.
There are many lessons to be learned when participating with media. We are too trusting and are usually disappointed with the end product. Nevertheless there were enlightening conversations and debates that took place. My children loved participating in these conversations and became fond of Dawn and her film crew. We may have challenges and interesting complexities, but the unique fabric of our family is what makes our life so great! My family is not perfect, but at the end of the day, I am grateful for each one of them. I don’t call this “forbiddin love”, I call this true love.
-Ruth
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Ruth
Yes, the media as a whole can be a bear to deal with. I think your sentiments were posted very eloquently. Love is not “forbidden” and especially plural marriage. Forbidden always seems to equal biblical or theological – certainly plural marriage is not forbidden there.
Sometimes I forget how odd we must seem to the rest of the world, because to us, it is normal. It is our family, our home, our sanctuary and yes, our love.
Thanks for the great post!
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