Hijab?

I am Muslim, but not many people know that about me because I don't where the headscarf (hijab) that Muslim women wear. Many people ask me why I don't wear it, but I never know how to respond, because I don't know the reason myself.

Some people think that it's because I'm too scared about what other people think, but that, in fact, is not the issue at all. Blair is one of the most diverse and accepting communities I have ever been a part of, and if I were to be concerned with other people's thoughts of me, I wouldn't be worried about it at Blair. Others believe it's because I don't like being defined as Muslim. This is quite the opposite, as I am very proud to be Muslim.

The hijab represents purity and modestly in Islam. Whenever I wear it, I feel just that, modest and pure. I would wear it to school, but I feel as if I'm not ready. Although it is just an article of clothing, while wearing it, I represent the whole Muslim community, and that is a big responsibility I'm not sure I'm ready for. I've decided to try to wear the hijab whenever I go out with my dad, since he is where I get my religion from. This will, hopefully, gradually grow to me wearing it full time. Wish me luck :)