Tag: raw
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Can You Read? Normalizing Ignorance & Coming Out of Hiding
Can You Read? The question itself is not rhetorical. I am so serious when I ask you, Can you read? Surely you can. You’re reading this. Disclaimer. Sometimes I mean things in the nicest way, but they may sound rude. This is one of those times. This blog is written for a specific audience. The…
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Echoes of Resilience: Parallels Between Dr. Maya Angelou, Sylvia Plath, and My Own Journey
In my writing, I find a profound connection to Maya Angelou’s work, particularly her seminal book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Angelou’s depiction of overcoming adversity and finding one’s voice has been a guiding light for me, especially as I navigated my own difficult experiences. Her ability to convey deep emotional truths and…
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Message: This Woman is Me
I feel like I was shot 10 times in the head and left for dead. Surely, if someone is shot in the head 10 times, they should be dead, right? But God wouldn’t let me die. Five months later, the person who shot me sees me not just surviving, but thriving. They wonder how I…
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