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Rooted In Truths
Welcome to Relearning America
Not everything we were taught was the truth.
This is where we reconnect with the real stories—unlearning myths, reclaiming memory, and challenging the narratives that shaped our education.
Black Creators Are Disappearing. And No One Cares.
I don’t fit the polished influencer mold. But I pushed past that. I showed up every day. And slowly, I started to see myself differently. Wh
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Mar 33 min read
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Backlash Isn’t About Rap—It’s About Who the Music Is For
This is why he’s more than just a rapper—he’s a Pulitzer Prize-winning artist recognized for the depth and complexity of his work. And yet,
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Feb 93 min read
The ADHD Writer’s Guide to Unfinished Business
Ah, the quintessential morning of a would-be writer: the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and I'm armed with my trusty strawberry...
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Jan 54 min read
Sex, Marriage, and Money: The Patriarchy’s Greatest Lies
It’s riddled with double standards that leave me more confused than amused. But the most baffling part? No one seems to call it out.
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Jan 54 min read
Motherhood and Domestic Expectations: The Unseen Labor of Women
Society tells us that raising kids is an essential duty for women, yet somehow, it’s not considered ‘real work.’
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Jan 52 min read
Civil Discourse: The Lost Art of Not Screaming at Each Other
Once upon a time, people could disagree without setting Twitter on fire. But in 2024, civil discourse feels as extinct as dial-up internet.
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Jan 53 min read
The 2024 Presidential Election: From Hope to Action
From Clinton in '92 to Harris in '24, my voting journey reveals why every vote matters in shaping our future. Stand up and vote!
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Aug 26, 20244 min read
Rediscovering Yourself: How to Pursue Your Dreams After Raising Kids
I became an empty nester when all of my children moved out. I use the term moved out loosely—Post-pandemic
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Mar 6, 20244 min read
Breaking the Mold: How I Embrace My Unique Perspective to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
I am a 50+ Black woman. Struggle is my middle name. It's really Eileen, but for the sake of this blog, it's struggle. S
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Mar 4, 20245 min read
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