Archive - Be Your Own Hero

A couple years after 9/11, a new family moved in next door to us. I remember thinking it would be nice to not be the newest family on our street anymor…

Sep 20

How to get out of a hole

Aug 19

After a few weeks, I got used to seeing the Pride flag on my car. Pretty soon, I felt happy seeing it there. It had been a small gesture, but it felt s…

Jul 6

And why it's a feminist act to do so

Jun 1

When is it not my business? And when does it become my business?

Apr 21

Why is it so uncomfortable to point out Whiteness?

Mar 17

Why would I want to go somewhere like that??

Feb 16

Why write about being brave in small moments?

Feb 14

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