I May Lose the Right to Vote Because I Am Trans
I may lose the right to vote because I am trans. Read that again. I am currently in a legal fight that may end with me being unable to vote….
After Seasons of Playing, What Marvel Rivals Characters are Actually Accessible to Me?
We are now in Season 6 of Marvel Rivals! I’ve been playing since I think season 2 and I am hooked! One thing about me – I am a hugely…
Fat-Shaming in Fifth Grade
Content Warning: discussion of fat shaming, ableism Talking about the mistreatment I endured at my school growing up is a large endeavor. It seems there was not a single area…
My Dad Had A Violent Side And Struggled To Control His Temper
My family life growing up was incredibly chaotic. Part of that chaos was because of the instability of my parents. I’ve spoken a lot about Pam, my mother, and how…
Getting Stuck in the 1980s
In The 80s I Really Loved Getting Stuck Welcome to the 1980s and my strange affinity for getting stuck on playground equipment. There was nothing like growing up in the…
Now Is the Time to Step up– How to Resist
We are at an unprecedented time in history. A time when it is not safe for the majority of people to exist, and that means if we are capable, we…
Disabled People & Mentors
Growing up disabled is not easy in a world that doesn’t recognize disabled people as valuable to society. In fact, depending on your experience it can be quite hard to…
The Slang That Made The First Internet Generation
It’s come to my attention that the younger generations don’t always understand early Internet vernacular. I’ve had multiple members of Gen Z and even some younger millennials ask me what…
Connecting with the Trees
Trees are life… Literally. I think a lot about how without trees and other plants we would not be able to exist. It’s the trees that help create oxygen, and…
I Was Wrong about the Holidays – A Tale of Acceptance
I was wrong. It’s often hard for me to admit when I’m wrong, but I feel it’s important to make it clear that I was. I was wrong about the…