Lessons Learned Through Dance
For me dance isn’t only a sport, it’s a way to escape the struggles in my community.
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What Is Passion?
Nothing lives up to my expectation of what passion should feel like.
Moving Out Harder Than Expected
After a year of searching and saving, I still can’t afford to move out.
Seeking Inspiration On Social Media
Here’s what I post on social media: silly videos, pictures of my friends, and my art. I know I shouldn’t…
Unforeseen Changes In My Community
In my neighborhood, it’s easier to buy tobacco and alcohol than a pencil.
Can You be a Patriot Without Voting?
My dad grew up in the Reagan era, and he worked hard to raise my brother and I with the same brand of patriotism. He played us movies like Red Dawn, Rocky 4, and Top Gun — any film that featured Americans beating Russians at something.
The Father Abstaining from Voting
After I learned my dad doesn’t vote, I was upset. I used to picture my dad’s love for his country like Rocky — lasting until the very end, no matter the challenge.
My Experience At A Continuation School
This school year, I transferred to a continuation school to make up some credits. I thought the teachers would be more supportive since they had fewer students.
Overmedication
I thought it would be a shortcut to happiness — until I experienced the side effects.