For Women’s History Month: This is @NadaChehade

Without dilution, I can honestly tell you that Nada Chehade is one of my most fundamental teachers. I am not the kindest person in the world, and I will always stand up for my friends, but Nada teaches me how to do it with grace. Nada is a writer, a creator, and a woman of … Continue reading For Women’s History Month: This is @NadaChehade

Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It

With Bell Let's Talk coming up in a couple of weeks, and Survivor's Connection coming up just after that, I thought now would be a good time to discuss how to discuss the fact that you or someone you love may have mental health issues. The first thing that is important to understand is that … Continue reading Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It

He Calls You Honey Because He Doesn’t Know Your Name

Yup. I said it. For three years and two days my name was "honey," and that's with a low h because I apparently reminded him of Jessica Alba, who by the way? Isn't Black or mixed race. He didn't love me, and I didn't love him, but in the insanity of our lives, we were … Continue reading He Calls You Honey Because He Doesn’t Know Your Name

Thank You Oscar The Grouch, It’s Time to Grow Up but I Promise to Visit

So just now before I sat down to write this, I cleaned up the kitchen by putting the dishes in the sink and spraying down the stovetop. Normally this wouldn't be a big deal, but I miss this side of myself. The side that cleans up messes and puts stuff where it belongs, because I've … Continue reading Thank You Oscar The Grouch, It’s Time to Grow Up but I Promise to Visit

Follow the Fog

"How are you doing?" She asks me, a friend I've barely scratched the surface of knowing. The first one to ask how I'm doing in months, and to give me the space to talk about how I'm feeling. "Honestly I'm scared, things are starting to come together, and I'm afraid I'm still on the edge … Continue reading Follow the Fog