I thought about the idea of a writing voice. I thought about the benefit of having one. It is like a brand, or can be treated as such. People know what they are expecting when they think of you. There is some psychological safety involved. You and your voice become associated with a group of… Read More »
I have a friend. When I write to him, in any format, my words would land in my body and return me to my heart. I feel the warmth of sea water, supporting me. The ease of our exchange feels generous and nourishing. I make mistakes. And he forgives me. He makes mistakes. And I… Read More »
Hi friends, It is letter time. This Love business will have me busy all my life. I think it is quite a good way to live. Love is a verb, so let’s match our actions with our intention. How do you show love to others? How do you wish others to love you? Everyday, we… Read More »
1 Marry somebody you love and who thinks you being a writer’s a good idea. True. Why join an institution if you don’t have love to work with? And yes. Besides being a woman of color, being a writer is the only other identity I care to fight for. By choice, literature and books have… Read More »
My lovely human friends, The sun decided to come out today. I cannot hold back tears and this deep well of loving joy so I am here trying my best to capture it. This is what has happened: After years of hard work, I noticed a shift in my relationship with my dad. We are… Read More »
Hi friends, A new letter is ready. I hope you enjoy it. A couple of my friends have let me know that my site wasn’t allowing commenting. I apologize for that. No wonder none of you has shared anything with me for a long while! I am so sorry. That problem has been solved. You… Read More »
Hi friends, How’s your anxiety level? There was a sudden shift in me two nights ago. I started to feel sad and depressed. The sad feeling made me worried that another depressive episode is looming near. Then quickly, my sadness transformed to fear. Fear that I won’t be able to do all the things I… Read More »
