I had planned to visit several of the Smithsonian museums while in D.C. I always visit museums featuring art and histories of people of color when I travel and I was excited to be immersed in art from the African continent. One of the most amazing pieces I observed was Senagalese artist Ousmane Sow’s Toussaint […]
My First Flight (since 2019)
Technically it’s my first flight since 2019 but I have all of the nervousness of my very first flight. I think it was to visit my Aunt Julia and Uncle Herman when I was thirteen or so. Mom and I traveled over my Christmas school break and left the warmth and humidity of Birmingham, Alabama […]
Traveling With Your Muslim Friends During Ramadan? Here Are 5 Ways To Support Them.
I often think about my circle of friends and bemoan the fact that it’s pretty monochromatic. Where are my multi-continental, varied cultures, and multiple spiritual beliefs friends? What do I need to do to meet more people who are unlike me? I need to start by doing new things and having new adventures if I’m […]
Mayday May Day 2020
Y’all, 2020. The word is on fire. MY WORLD IS ON FIRE. Every day I wake up and think, “what the Hell?” Then I wonder, “what day is it?” And I realize every day is #CoronaDay. Every day is #CoronaDay when your world is upside down. Every day is #CoronaDay when you can’t see your […]