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Faraway sisterhood

Pepita Sandwich
“As a woman I have no country. As a woman my country is the whole world.” – Virginia Woolf

Traveling to Morocco was always on my bucket list. Growing up, I felt inspired by Moroccan architecture, and dreamt of walking around Casablanca on a summer’s afternoon. Then, when I in was in Spain during my first solo trip to Europe, I found a cheap flight to Marrakech and immediately booked my ticket.

I didn’t imagine I’d connect with the local women. I had the impression we’d be too different.

I was mistaken. I met two great friends whilst I was there, and I learnt that you can find friendship and sisterhood anywhere in the world. My days in Morocco were magical and other-worldly and to a great extent, that’s thanks to the amazing women I met.

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2021 #ChooseToChallenge

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Artwork by Pepita Sandwich about worrying she would have nothing in common with Moroccan women.

Artwork by Pepita Sandwich about making friends with two local girls in Morocco.

Artwork by Pepita Sandwich about having things in common with two local girls in Morocco.

Artwork by Pepita Sandwich about respecting women in every culture.

Traveling, whilst being open to new cultures in thoughtful ways, is the perfect opportunity to debunk myths. As a woman, it’s nice to know that no matter where I am in the world I’ll find other women who feel like long-time friends.

Pepita Sandwich

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