"We began before words and we will end beyond words."
I went to a high school that changed my life. And while I pride myself on living in hyperbole that statement is the truest of my many exaggerations. I went to a high school that changed my life for many reasons: I had two teachers--Mrs. M and Mr. G--who taught me to both get my... Continue Reading →
This is absolutely overdue, but better late than never. Today, I'm unpacking five other forms for privilege. Be sure to check out the first part of this blog post here where I deconstruct a few other forms of privilege. With research I've collected great samplings from articles that also deconstruct forms of privilege. Links can be... Continue Reading →
“For despite the great efforts of traditional historians, the past is not something that can be kept in order—kept in place.” – Jennifer A. Gonzalez
I've been playing Habbo Hotel since 2006. I'd sign on, visit a popular space and make new friends. When it comes to thinking about virtual safe spaces the phrase itself can seem contradictory. For example, I entirely avoid the YouTube comment section when Cheescaleigh uploads a video on MTV's Decoded. Francesca even mentioned that she had... Continue Reading →
My Makeup is Not for You. Having a defined self-care routine is very important for maintaining my mental and physical health. It is so easy to forget about yourself and the care that you deserve when you're working five days a week and running around the city. It's also incredibly important to realize that... Continue Reading →
Strengths Weaknesses
Privilege rears its head in many forms and places. It is crucial to remember that those who are privileged in one form may be under privileged in another. And for that reason, we must always reassess the roles we play in the narratives of privilege and discrimination. Heterosexual Privilege: I have a love/hate relationship with Coming... Continue Reading →
Oh my God. I just realized I'm not married. And that I don't have a boyfriend. And that at any moment an angry mob will ransack my apartment in declaration that I'm a witch, before they burn me at the stake. How dare I be in my twenties and single, let alone unmarried? Damn. Damn. Damn.... Continue Reading →
For those who know me, it has always been my goal to move to Europe-- specifically France -- when I got my Bachelor's Degree. Though as a cultural critic I've always considered the how difficult it would be for me to adapt to a new language, not to mention a gendered one. Yet, this... Continue Reading →
I'm constantly impressed by the way in which the film industry uses new innovative marketing techniques to bring watchers to the theatres. This is the marketing for Kubo and the Two Strings, it includes an interactive game and trailer. The geek in me loves their constant effort to keep such a treasured media alive... Continue Reading →
Famous Last Words 