My friend, Brandi Simmons, Saved My Life
What is it about getting older that makes us reflect on the people who have passed on that had a significant influence on our life?…
Disability and Relationships: Things to Consider
A lot of people don’t know that I am polyamorous. This means that I have dated and had relationships with multiple people at the same…
My First Black Teacher: Mrs. Gilbert
Black history month was a couple of months ago, but I’ve never been one to stop talking about any group just because their month has…
I May Lose the Right to Vote Because I Am Trans
I may lose the right to vote because I am trans. Read that again. I am currently in a legal fight that may end with…
After Seasons of Playing, What Marvel Rivals Characters are Actually Accessible to Me?
We are now in Season 6 of Marvel Rivals! I’ve been playing since I think season 2 and I am hooked! One thing about me…
Fat-Shaming in Fifth Grade
Content Warning: discussion of fat shaming, ableism Talking about the mistreatment I endured at my school growing up is a large endeavor. It seems there…
My Dad Had A Violent Side And Struggled To Control His Temper
My family life growing up was incredibly chaotic. Part of that chaos was because of the instability of my parents. I’ve spoken a lot about…
Getting Stuck in the 1980s
In The 80s I Really Loved Getting Stuck Welcome to the 1980s and my strange affinity for getting stuck on playground equipment. There was nothing…
Now Is the Time to Step up– How to Resist
We are at an unprecedented time in history. A time when it is not safe for the majority of people to exist, and that means…
Disabled People & Mentors
Growing up disabled is not easy in a world that doesn’t recognize disabled people as valuable to society. In fact, depending on your experience it…