Bookends: January 2026
There’s a big push right now to speak out, and before I talk about reading, I want to address this a bit. I definitely agree with speaking out about charged … Continue reading Bookends: January 2026
Tag: Activism
Empathy and Privilege
I woke up on November 9th feeling a little bewildered, but not surprised. There were too many Trump yard signs in my blue state in the weeks leading up to … Continue reading Empathy and Privilege
Injustice and Inaction: A Blog Post Disguised as a Book Review of The Buddha in the Attic
The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka My rating: 4 of 5 stars This was a quick, powerful read. Written in the first-person plural, the story is at once … Continue reading Injustice and Inaction: A Blog Post Disguised as a Book Review of The Buddha in the Attic
May I Be Filled With Loving Kindness
When all the people of the world love, Then the strong will not overpower the weak. The many will not oppress the few. The wealthy will not mock the poor. … Continue reading May I Be Filled With Loving Kindness
Imperfect Happiness 