In recent months, I've found myself angry and peculiarly unsettled when it comes to my relationship with men. I've been taught and have learned well to charm my way into their good graces. When I was a young woman, I flirted and made myself appealing. I believed that my ability to stay in their good graces was important to my success in life. I looked up to men as though they were smarter, stronger and more worldly. I charmed my way into and out of uncomfortable … [Read more...]
I’m Not THAT White Woman: Starting a Conversation About Race
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As I walked down the hill toward home in St. Mary's Park yesterday, I passed a middle-aged black man walking his dog. I said "good morning" and as I walked by, he said "I haven't seen you in a long time. Where's your dog?" That's a simple question. But I don't have a dog. Never have. He thought I was someone else. I knew who he thought I was. Another white woman also walks in the park which is largely populated by black and brown people. She has a big black … [Read more...]
