2015 was hard. It was bad at times, even—but as one who is proud, it's difficult admitting that out loud. I'm the first-born of immigrant parents (one half of which is a feminist), which means you know better than to admit hardship. To fall is to be vulnerable, and to be vulnerable is to be weak. ... Read More
The Greatest Lesson a Woman Should Learn
A poignant note-to-self that I needed to share: Of all life's lessons, the greatest lesson a woman should learn is that she is enough. It's hard, learning to love and trust yourself. But it can be done. You are enough—more than enough. And so am I. .  .  . What's the greatest lesson a ... Read More
Appetite and Acquisition
"I had always known that life was not appetite and acquisition. In my earnest, angry, good-girl way I pursued 'meaning.'" —Vivian Gornick, "Approaching Eye Level" .  .  . xx ... Read More