I was born muslim to a secular family who did not want me to cover, I chose to, I wasn't oppressed. Miranda I was born in the US and have never lived in an "orthodox enviroment" although I would probably love to, I've travelled the world and have a multi-ethinic, multi-racial and very diverse family from many differant religious backgrounds> I began to study my religion on my own as a high school project, and now I cover myself because I choose to be recognized for my intellect, not my bra size.