Language in Emma Glass’ book, Rest and Be Thankful, is fluid. Blood, tears, water, sweat pour on the page. They all serve as a connection to Laura, a nurse, navigating the complexities of her life’s expectations through the people she meets. Her thoughts are incredibly intimate. We read Laura longing to learn about herself. As […]
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The news cycle spins faster than the world turns. Journalism has been threatened by societal dangers and uproarious voices. Subsequently, there is a lacking responsibility by the news cycle that caters to fear, anxiety, chaos, and harm, particularly by those who choose to believe dishonest information. With Black journalists, there are increasing threats to their
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There are maps. Then there are maps of Black-owned bookstores across America; mighty yet sparse anchors of literature. Supporting small businesses is crucial. I may be preaching to the choir. Supporting Black businesses commits to the stories of Black authors from further diverse backgrounds, along with the owners who are passionate about storytelling as an
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A new year for many is a time for new reading goals. For 2021, I decided to read two books per month. I found myself not reading the pile of books I had. The new year brings me a reset. As I read, I will immerse myself in the narrative. These suggestions are to shape
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One of my favorite pastimes was perusing the bookshelves and magazine stands at Borders. When I felt fancy, and my bank account would not look at me sideways, I ordered a Cocoa Trio from Seattle’s Best. Being surrounded by books and magazines comforted me more than I could ever know. The holidays for many can
If you would have told me that I would do any kind of running after the 11th grade, I should have asked you for winning lottery numbers. I am a runner. Those four words are a revelation for me. Running entered my life when I felt discouraged by it. I learn discipline, distance, and endurance.
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I entered this year with a goal: finally use the daggone Pinterest dessert boards I am creating. My intention was to not wait for expectation. To not wait until I had big beautiful counters and my mint green KitchenAid mixer to bake fantastic recipes. I started making milkshakes, waiting for the Birthday Bash ice cream
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Cuffing season is keeping company with someone during those long, dreary, “will I ever see the sun again?” winter months. Some people treat potentials like a March Madness bracket. You are going to be spending significant time with a partner. This is not “The Bachelorette”! The holidays are arriving. I am fortunate to be in
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Kamala Devi Harris. A Black, Jamaican, and Indian American woman. Born and bred in Oakland, CA. Her laugh bountifully replenishes the earth. She has astounding conviction and pioneering strength in politics, attributed to Black women before her including former congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and Charlotta Bass, who was the first Black woman to run for Vice
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Reflection on faith: I am a woman of faith. Faith is defined as “a complete trust in someone or something.” In an ever-evolving world of danger, having faith can seem insane. By definition, you can have faith in anything: Ben & Jerry’s flavor (mine is New York Super Fudge Chunk), a captivating sunset, the euphoria
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Joy is a vibrant and essential form of resistance. As the U.S. election is coming to an end, we take a breath and embrace what nourishes us. May this playlist take you to your greatest memories and the moment you are in now. Take care of yourself. In the immortal words (and song title) from
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