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Happy Loving Day

Posted on June 11, 2011 by thisnest

Most days I don’t even think about it. I just love him so much, am so in love with him, and still have a crush on him (which is a very long crush). The differences in the color of our … Continue reading →

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His Pink Mama

Posted on May 21, 2011 by thisnest

A pure and honest perspective of my color, such a precious and refreshing gift. It’s not about race, or ancestry, or history’s tears. It doesn’t pertain to finding the soul’s song even while the body is enslaved, or the choice to sit … Continue reading →

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Setting The Record Straight

Posted on April 30, 2011 by thisnest

Oh, wait…you must think that it bothers me that it bothers you. You are obviously under the impression that I actually care about how my life makes you feel. I am very sorry (well, not really) to have to tell you this but – … Continue reading →

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My Child, My Teacher

Posted on April 28, 2011 by thisnest

Grown men can learn from very little children, for the hearts of little children are pure. Therefore, the Great Spirit may show to them many things which older people miss…Black Elk Every time someone comes to the front door, whether … Continue reading →

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It Finally Happened

Posted on March 6, 2011 by thisnest

Devaney was over at her friend’s house today and it finally happened. That ugly thing that parents, of other races, have had to help their children navigate for hundreds of years before today. Her friend’s older brother had some of … Continue reading →

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