The Soul Loves the Truth
Truth . . . What does it mean to speak my truth? How do I step, completely and intentionally, into … Continue reading The Soul Loves the Truth
Author: Cristina
Begin. . . again.
I took a leave of absence from teaching this past year with the intent of not going back. This summer … Continue reading Begin. . . again.
Write Your Song
Write, even when it feels your fingers are suffocating, buried beneath impenetrable feelings. Write, even when the paper bleeds … Continue reading Write Your Song
Migration is Beautiful
I took these photographs on April 5th, a nation-wide day of action to stop these senseless and unjust immigration policies … Continue reading Migration is Beautiful
Fandango Fronterizo 2014
It is often said, “we did not cross the border; the border crossed us.” No matter how many borders are … Continue reading Fandango Fronterizo 2014
Jameelah
You came into this world like a ray of sunlight invading darkness. Pushing your way through bars created to keep … Continue reading Jameelah
Illusion
He tells me I’m cute, makes cat calls when my hips rumble by, but I don’t believe him. … Continue reading Illusion
Before I Die. . .
Before I Die. . . I want to learn the language in which the sun speaks to … Continue reading Before I Die. . .
Ramona’s Dream
A short screenplay based on conversations I have had with students in the past month. As I continue to explore … Continue reading Ramona’s Dream
Reclaiming My Past is a Matter of Dignity
Who am I without my story? Who am I? A question that surges from time to time like the ocean … Continue reading Reclaiming My Past is a Matter of Dignity
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