The Many Faces by Marisa N., Phoenix, AZ Some people call it the ghetto and refer to its residents as poor, lazy good-for-nothings. I call this place home, and I call its people caring, loving family. Continue...
To the Left by Elizabeth M., Hull, MA I love being left-handed. I stand out, which makes being a lefty worth it. It’s worth the ink almost tattooed on the side of my hand, the constant bumping of elbows at dinner tables, and softball gloves, fancy cars, and hockey sticks I will never be able to use. Continue...
Why Does Your Hair Grow Like That? by Oelania P., Brooklyn, NY You are eight years old and have no idea what is going on. You know you are going somewhere and that it’s for the best. At least, that’s what it seemed like at the going-away party. Continue...
You Better Listen by Amy X., Tenafly, NJ Asian - it’s a label, a stereotype. “God, what an Asian.” “Aren’t Asians supposed to be smart? What happened to you?” I can’t stop it, and even if I tried, everybody would just say, as they always have, “It’s not ... Continue...
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