Madness & Vagrancy

When I first took my mother in, her mind was slipping—she traded her bed for street pavements and benches, roaming the streets, shouting at ghosts. Her once steady hands, strong from braiding hair and cutting cane, now trembled, lost, as if the world had become too...

Choosing hope over hardship

Being a primary caregiver and a first-year law student means using hope to navigate prejudice, lack of resources, and challenges I never knew existed until I had a duty to care for.But I keep showing up. Consistently choosing hope over hardship.The hallmark of...

We become who we are around.

We become who we are around. Our environment shapes our thoughts, actions, and even our dreams.  When we’re surrounded by positivity, growth, and purpose, we begin to embody those values. In contrast, toxic spaces can stifle our potential and drain our...

Micheleina

From rough path to smooth pavementfrom open air to university classroomshe earns wisdom by degree.

Building Careers in Community

Building Careers in Community

Starting law school as a first-year student is a massive pivot for me, but it's not a solo journey. Mom is such a trouper. I am learning Love and...

Sunday Market

Sunday Market

Rows of vibrant fruits and vegetables stretch under the canopy, the air thick with the scent of fresh herbs and mountain breeze. Vendors call out...

Di neighbourhood Obeah man

Di neighbourhood Obeah man

From de time I look at him, I know. I have a (Ba) in Creative Arts long time now, so I could spot dem ting ( Religious Dress ) quick-quick. Gold...

Self-Abandonment

Self abandonment comes up as a problem for people when they come from backgrounds where safety is a more critical issue than authenticity. So, I...

Unhealthy Conflict vs Healthy Conflict

Unhealthy Conflict vs Healthy Conflict

At its best, advocacy for a mentally unwell loved one sparks positive change. Early collaboration between family members and healthcare providers...

Systematize Support

Systematize Support

As Caribbean brown women of   working-class inheritance, we face the disproportionate duality of caregiving responsibilities for our...

1% Better every day

1% Better every day

1% Better Every Day for a year. 1.01 (365) = 37.78 The effects of doing a lil bit consistently compounds over time. For example if you can just get...

Ivy eyes

Ivy eyes

Seeing with Ivy eyes I was late And hustling Not a minute to waste Purposefully busy But I am learning to see Seeing with Ivy eyes. When you have...