I meant to write today, but instead got caught up in these words: Because in doing anti-racist (etc) work, differences between participants must be acknowledged, respected, honored and negotiated with. And eventually, as an act of solidarity, all those who are different from each other, but committed to each other through their differences, will either […]
Author: Lisa
Kelly and Tim’s Engagement Slideshow
2008 started off with a bang! Nick and I were partying like rock stars at the Renaissance Hotel in Columbus, Ohio with Tim, Kelly, Ruthie, Books, and loved ones. At approximately 10pm, Kelly got the surprise of her life! WHOOP IT UP! 08 – OH GREAT!
Oh Syylllviiiiaaaa
I’ve been tagged by Sylvia. Here’s to sharing a bit more about me in 08. So, 7 facts about me…. 1. I would KILL to learn how to use a sewing machine. 2. I used to be a competitive cheerleader. Yes, that included tumbling and dance lessons. 3. 8 years ago I had surgery to […]
I Want to Get This Out Before Midnight
Compared to others, I’m a new blogger. I began in July 2006 and in that time have learned much about the online world and it’s manifestations of the offline world. My blog began as a tool to sharpen my writer’s voice. A year and a half later, it still serves that purpose and I am […]
Over the Shoulder Gratitude
For those like me celebrating the last day of 2007, it’s a day of many things, often anti-climactic, but still an important day. Each 31st of December, I kick back, run my hand over my round belly and speak gratitude, prophesy, and hope. Deep reflection, I believe, is necessary to meaningful existence. Without processing, minimal […]
Asian American/Pacific Island Feminists
BFP’s got a post up at her site calling on Asian American/Pacific Islander women who are willing to donate 20 minutes of their time to take a survey conducted by the Rollins School of Public Health of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. The questions pertain to sexuality, experiences of sexuality and racial identity. I’m in. […]
Notes from Ohio
We’re in Ohio for the holidays. I’m nursing a small hangover and Nick is still in bed. I can hear his alarm going off on his cell phone, but he keeps hitting snooze. Poor kid, we were out late last night. Let’s back up a bit to explain. We arrived via Cheapbus (aka SKYbus) on […]
Dismantling vs. Transforming a Rape Culture
This FLY post and this analytic post got me thinking about my own experience working in sexual assault. So, in theme withthese great womyn, here are my own thoughts about the assertion that “empowering women’s sexuality is the key to dismantling rape culture.” Dismantling vs. Transforming Rape CultureIt’s been about seven years that I have […]
Stop Misrepresenting Our Own Movement
I just read this glowing piece, “Can We Stop Misrepresenting Our Own Movement,” that stomps out the points of what I have been thinking about in my head. It’s concerning the latest call for submissions for a feminist anthology which explores sexual assault, sex, and consent. It’s getting pitched by the Feministing crowd with a […]
Guess What Day These Pictures Are From
In Sequential Order: (Nick is pacing) “AREN’T YOU PUMPED?” (I’m playing with my camera) “INCREDIBLY PUMPED.” The following pictures are not posed. They’re live action shots of Nick reacting in our living room.