I grew up in mostly-white, predominantly-Christian, suburban, middle-class American communities. There, I was comfortably surrounded by well-meaning white people who…
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These Times
Every time I sit down to write after an absence of more than a couple of weeks (and this time…
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On Birthdays & Belonging
Maya Angelou famously said, “”You are only free when you realize you belong no place—you belong every place—no place at all. The price is high. The reward is great.” As I celebrate another revolution around the sun, I contemplate where and with whom I belong.
I See You, Sister-Survivor
Today I participated in the National Walk Out in Support of Dr. Blasey Ford & Deborah Ramirez. To be quite…
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Facing Our Fear, Independently & Together
It’s summertime, a time for leisure, relaxation, and (if you’re in my neck of the woods) conquering fear. My little guy…
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