The worst mistake I have ever made was when I believed complete strangers when they told me I had ruined my life. One look at my swollen […]
On a warm summer night at the Pine Resort, Santa Ana hosted a local legendary Cumbia act, The Campero Band. Leo Linares, a charismatic and charming Falsetto, […]
On the night of September 23, 2022, I was sexually abused. It has been almost seven months since that horrific incident, yet I continue to carry the […]
I awake to the sound of rushing water. I look at my husband to see if he hears it too. He looks back at me. “What is […]
I’m a social science researcher interested in identity development and self-determination, especially as these pertain to young adults with disabilities. I love the idea of a person […]
Hi everyone! My name is Heidi Hope, a recent graduate from Azusa Pacific University with a BA in English, where I discovered my love for writing and […]
She lifts a leg from the sludge, taking a step forward. She lifts the other leg, it slowly emerges from the brown sludge. Sludge covers the ground […]
I have been a writer for over 25 years, exploring wordplay in creative writing by experimenting with poetry, prose, short stories, operas, essays, some novel work, music, […]
Today I turn 24. And I can honestly say, it was one of the most transformative years of my life. I became documented after being undocumented for […]
I feel much more comfortable in my body when I have to work to button my pants than when I have to keep my string bikini from […]
While light from the sunrise started to seep into my window, I quickly scrambled to gather old crayons and Sparknotes. I was a seventh grader […]
As a single mom, life can often feel like an endless juggling act. From managing the daily needs of your children to balancing work and other responsibilities, […]
Growing up in Mexico, where nearly 98 million people are Catholic, religion was an integral part of my upbringing. My parents were devout believers and even sang […]
Life can change in the blink of an eye. Accidents, health scares, or other unpredictable and unimaginable incidents can occur. I’ve learned that this is simply the way […]
I remember I started drawing myself when I was around 18 or 19. It started with sketches of my face, which was a big deal for me […]
Supporting a family of 6 in a small rural town in Mexico can make anyone crazy. Especially when Mexico fails in assisting those in need. With American […]
Lord Mountbatten, Prince Philip’s uncle, once said, “At a certain age, one becomes an observer and is no longer a participant”. And saying it on the TV […]
Women’s History Month has been celebrated in the United States since 1987, when it was declared a national observance by Congress. It grew out of International Women’s […]
He was silent as an infant. He never cooed or babbled and even his cries were quiet. He struggled with feeding; the bottle simply too much for […]
Andrea Serrano Villaverde’s upbringing in a cloudy region taught her to find the bright side of things, which has been a significant asset throughout her career. Her […]
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