Until this year, I was a die-hard, glass half-full optimist. That is not to say that I didn’t experience hardship until 2020, because the fact is the years 2015 through 2019 tried me repeatedly. But goodness gracious 2020 has been a cluster! Nevertheless, let’s not allow hell and its minions steal our joy. Every day […]
My three youngest kids and I just got back from visiting my Mom. Before our road trip, we got tested for Covid to ensure we would not be putting Abuelita at risk by virtue of our visit, and thank you Jesus, we were negative for both the presence of the virus or its antibodies. (Never let it be said that what type of insurance you have doesn’t impact access to quality health care.)
I am the mother of two Black sons and am overwhelmed by the reality around me. I do not trust this country with their safety. I do not believe living in the United States — despite the many so-called advantages that come from that — is what is best for them. I do not trust […]