I am Eman .. and I am not a terrorist and my Hijab (head scarf) is not an act of oppression, ignorance or tradition. In fact, it is a practice of pure liberty, modesty and piety. See related post: Free Women
Having had the chance to travel and live abroad has really given me a new perspective and a new level of comfort with my Hijab.
I mean with reactions ranging from the kindest of smiles and greetings , to people shaking their heads with disgust as they see you, to people helping you out in the streets with absolute care and respect, to people muttering angry words and spitting at you as you walk by them in the street. A spectrum of emotions and feelings that erupt with my co-existence in their community. This raises so many questions and thoughts in my (covered) head with one nagging desire … If only I could get a chance to explain , if only they could try to listen and understand, if only they could see things they way I do, maybe then they would accept and respect my intentions.
I have come across some interesting videos and articles that sum up and convey the message that I wish to communicate to everyone I meet. And I felt a compeling need to share them 
An interview about banning Hijab.
An ABC special what would you do? About racism against Muslim women.
An inspiring article about freedom of expression and a true essence and understanding of the intuitive drivers for wearing the head scarf ..as realized by a young girl ! published in Oprah Magazine … http://www.oprah.com/spirit/Choosing-to-Wear-the-Muslim-Headscarf
I finally leave you with wise words I recently read, rephrased from Sahar El Nadi by a friend. These words present a different side of Hijab .. the romantic side 
“Hijab isn’t to restrict & preserve, it’s actually very romantic, it goes with women’s nature to be mysterious & intriguing and with men’s to imagine, conquer & discover.
It’s a relationship booster .. for husband & wife, an exclusive barrier to anyone outside this intimate circle.
When a man “lifts a woman’s veil” on their wedding it’s an ageless memory for them, a “tradition” still practiced all over the world”
