A Short Cut to Independence
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For years, I needed my mom’s help to twist my long, thick hair, which fell nearly halfway down my back, into a braid or even a ponytail. I hated that morning ritual because it made me feel helpless. I hated the long hours it took to wash and dry my hair. I wanted to feel […]
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She’s Cool, She’s Funny, She’s Gay: My Favorite Sister
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When I was younger, I never really cared about what other people had to say about homosexuals. But ever since my sister Sonia “came out of the closet,” I’ve been defensive about the topic. Now I can’t let the dumb remarks I hear about gay people go by without commenting on them. Now, every time […]
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