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My Sailor Father
There was no packing, no preparation, no goodbyes. My grandmother came and gave him his wool cap. He put it on and left in a hurry...
Jun 20, 20218 min read
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What I Didn't See Before: A COVID-19 Story
As I watched my son get dirt on his clothes and static from the slide in his hair, I realized...
Jan 15, 20216 min read
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And What of My Legacy?
I used to ask, “What is the purpose of educating young girls? What are they good for? Why would I ever want a daughter...
Feb 10, 20206 min read
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A Beautiful Life Once More
It’s not wrong to believe that life is unfair and difficult. But the thing is, that’s how it is for everyone...
Aug 8, 20198 min read
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No More Pain
When my father was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in 2006, I remember an overwhelming feeling of relief. Relief. Who does that?...
Apr 5, 20197 min read
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A Life of My Own
Remember that episode of The Simpsons when Bart divorces his parents? He moves into a wicked loft-style apartment with what little...
Aug 30, 20187 min read
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