Power in Every Word.

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It is important to recognize that these are deeply personal and expressive narratives. If you ever find yourself needing more than a creative outlet, know that support — a listening ear, a helping hand — is never too far away.

With a heavy sense of compassion and empathy, we share these pieces in hopes that they may bring solace, relief, unity, and maybe even joy as we continue to practice cultivating safe spaces to be vulnerable and brave spaces to find courage.

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Knowing Love

It is fascinating how love and death cannot be explained with one sole definition…

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Love

We literally know nothing about why we are here, but somehow, our beings light up when we experience the connection and joy that is love…

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The Inside

I’m more than the straight-faced, boyish-looking girl walking around campus…

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Seasonal Changes

There are days when my leaves will too fall, or perhaps shift in color…

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Balancing Act

…this world—our world—should be a place where people can live freely and be themselves…

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If Only You Knew Me

All I do is love, all I do is serve, all I do is comfort, and all I do is fill the void.…

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Brown

Brown is a color, but for me, it is an identity. It has to be…

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Dear World

I’m the opposite of everything you may think of me…

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