The Difference Between Abuse and Torture June 9, 2020 No Comments Torture—unlike abuse, which is often spontaneous and unintentional, though still scarring—is premeditated. It is designed to methodically dismantle a person’s identity and humanity. To destroy Read More
MY Non-Black Privilege June 8, 2020 No Comments I was born with un-white skin, a foreign name, one Middle Eastern Muslim parent, and one Agnostic Jewish parent. Later, bussed across town to the Read More
When Family Betrayal Shadows Celebration May 12, 2020 No Comments Things I struggle with—all special days. Mother’s Day reminded me of the last time I sat with my mother and sister. I have a framed Read More
Becoming Whole After Decades of Dis-Integration May 5, 2020 No Comments I am… UPDATE: So, I splurged on the $60.00 test which designates me an Enneagram 8. Though, most everything about THE 8 revolves around intense Read More