But my life turned out okay, didn't it? That's the answer I'd expect from some people after I write the post I want to write. This wouldn't be the response I'd get from the people who already "get it." It would be from the ones who regularly refute the premise, but for some reason, they'd… Continue reading Walls of Jericho
Tag: social justice
I guess I lost my sense of humor
I started paying attention to the news again. About a year ago, I saw a friend of mine post a joke about Donald Trump running for president. Turns out, that wasn't a joke. And I thought, "Well, fuck...I sure have been out of touch." I had. On purpose. After my husband passed away, I really… Continue reading I guess I lost my sense of humor
How the #BlackLivesMatter and #LGBTQ Rights movements helped a straight white girl become a better person
When I get pulled over for a traffic violation, I usually know exactly what I did and I'm not too concerned about my physical safety. I have the privilege to be annoyed, rather than frightened.