Sister Talks
Cast: Imani & Julia
Scene 1
Setting: Imani and Julia’s family home
(Imani storms out of Julia’s room )
Imani
I don’t understand you or Mom, like what the fuck! I would think you of all people would be more understanding
Julia
Oh my god! Stop being so damn dramatic. This is exactly why I don’t want to tell you now.
You’re so childish
Imani
I’m not trying to hear that! Put yourself in my shoes, what would you want someone to do. How are teens expected to be mature (Imani puts her hands up gesturing air quotes) if older people refuse to teach us anything Pertaining to growing up!
(A long silence breaks between the adjacent rooms)
(Julia ponders in her room and then walks into Imani’s room with her arms crossed)
Julia
Does it really mean that much to you if I tell you this?
Imani
Yes Julia. You know how embarrassed I was after that whole situation with Miguel. I think I have the right to know.
Julia
Okay fine. You’re right for once *rolls eyes*
Imani the only reason I was hesitant to tell you is because sex is such a vulnerable moment shared between people who care about one another. Enough that the both of you are comfortable. I don’t want to see you get hurt Nugget. You know that.
Imani
I understand you’re trying to look out for me, I love you so much for that. But you know just as well as I do that I am a strong independent young woman. I need you to trust that I can make my own decisions. Come on Julia you know a lot of adults already treat teen girls like they’re gullible and incapable of thinking for themselves.
Julia
I know, I know.
Ahhh, okay I don’t even know where to start. For starters sex can very much be dangerous as much as it is pleasing. If you aren’t safe you could end up pregnant or worse with an STI or STD.
Imani
(Face scrunched up)
A S… what?
Julia
Sexually transmitted infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV are just some to name a few. You can catch all of this if you do not wear condoms. Which are a great contraceptive, or method of prevention so to speak. And frankly if you feel comfortable with someone to insert you, you should feel comfortable to ask them if they have anything before you proceed.
Imani
See this is why people need to teach us this stuff. I didn’t even know you could get a disease from sex.
Julia
Look Imani. I trust that you will make good decisions when it comes to sex. Just be smart about it and make sure you’re okay with everything going on love. If you’re not comfortable it is okay to say no and it’s okay to stop.
Imani
Thank you Julia. This really meant a lot.
Julia
Aww man. Don’t get all mushy on me (laughing and lightly punching Imani’s arm)you’re welcome kid.
Imani
Ouch! Stop you know I fell there at my soccer game!
To be continued…
Scene 1
Setting: Imani and Julia’s family home
(Imani storms out of Julia’s room )
Imani
I don’t understand you or Mom, like what the fuck! I would think you of all people would be more understanding
Julia
Oh my god! Stop being so damn dramatic. This is exactly why I don’t want to tell you now.
You’re so childish
Imani
I’m not trying to hear that! Put yourself in my shoes, what would you want someone to do. How are teens expected to be mature (Imani puts her hands up gesturing air quotes) if older people refuse to teach us anything Pertaining to growing up!
(A long silence breaks between the adjacent rooms)
(Julia ponders in her room and then walks into Imani’s room with her arms crossed)
Julia
Does it really mean that much to you if I tell you this?
Imani
Yes Julia. You know how embarrassed I was after that whole situation with Miguel. I think I have the right to know.
Julia
Okay fine. You’re right for once *rolls eyes*
Imani the only reason I was hesitant to tell you is because sex is such a vulnerable moment shared between people who care about one another. Enough that the both of you are comfortable. I don’t want to see you get hurt Nugget. You know that.
Imani
I understand you’re trying to look out for me, I love you so much for that. But you know just as well as I do that I am a strong independent young woman. I need you to trust that I can make my own decisions. Come on Julia you know a lot of adults already treat teen girls like they’re gullible and incapable of thinking for themselves.
Julia
I know, I know.
Ahhh, okay I don’t even know where to start. For starters sex can very much be dangerous as much as it is pleasing. If you aren’t safe you could end up pregnant or worse with an STI or STD.
Imani
(Face scrunched up)
A S… what?
Julia
Sexually transmitted infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV are just some to name a few. You can catch all of this if you do not wear condoms. Which are a great contraceptive, or method of prevention so to speak. And frankly if you feel comfortable with someone to insert you, you should feel comfortable to ask them if they have anything before you proceed.
Imani
See this is why people need to teach us this stuff. I didn’t even know you could get a disease from sex.
Julia
Look Imani. I trust that you will make good decisions when it comes to sex. Just be smart about it and make sure you’re okay with everything going on love. If you’re not comfortable it is okay to say no and it’s okay to stop.
Imani
Thank you Julia. This really meant a lot.
Julia
Aww man. Don’t get all mushy on me (laughing and lightly punching Imani’s arm)you’re welcome kid.
Imani
Ouch! Stop you know I fell there at my soccer game!
To be continued…