Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

I did nothing wrong. I didn't do something to deserve this kind of poverty, it just happened. I want you to know that. My mom escaped an abusive boyfriend who hurt all three of us, because she decided she'd rather live alone then put her children in jeopardy again. She was hurt, and traumatized, and … Continue reading Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

I Promised you when I started this website it wasn't going to be easy to read. It wasn't going to be comfortable to be a part of the world that I grew up in, but I did it, and now all I have left are the stories that remind me that I've had a truly … Continue reading Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

Whimsical #Vancouver

When was the last time you saw something magical and beautiful? For me, it was about three years ago. I was in downtown Vancouver, picking up cannabis, doing my usual walk around town talking to myself, while I listened to music. Yes, I talk to myself, it helps me organize my thoughts and helps me … Continue reading Whimsical #Vancouver

Black She Wrote

I wrote this post yesterday called "Dear White People Feeling Oppressed..." I've been writing about issues that affect the Black, or mixed-race community for so long now, that I neglected all the other ways that humans can be oppressed. We as colored or marginalized folk tend to think "in our lane," and we often - … Continue reading Black She Wrote

Writing For Change Speaker Series: Presented by Writers and Editors of Color Takes Place Every Sunday Morning @ 9 AM PST

Today's topic was "The Words We Choose Matter," and I think it's important to reiterate to some of my followers how important a statement that is. You can find the link at the bottom of this post and in the green lettering above. I think it's important for me to write about writing because I'm … Continue reading Writing For Change Speaker Series: Presented by Writers and Editors of Color Takes Place Every Sunday Morning @ 9 AM PST