Asian-American, Male, Story
Fifty Cents for a Snack, but a Penny for my Thoughts Mom: “Honey, we need to make more money or else we will not be able to provide for the family.” Dad: “Shh! The kids will hear.” A concern my Mom had to end, and a concern that has shaped my...
Asian-American, Male, Story
Untitled A year and a half ago, my life changed in one moment, and the 5 distinct sounds that came before it will always stay with me. In my parents words, I was addicted to video games. They didn’t want me playing before finals in junior year, but I...
Male, Non-Hispanic, Story, White
Personal Story “Jordan, just checking on you, wanted to know what time you’ll be getting home – uhmm – yeah just checking, I love you.” – “Hey, I told you to call me back! Why haven’t you called me back yet? Well, just making sure you’re alright.”...
Female, Non-Hispanic, Story, White
Untitled I have a twin brother, and growing up with the boy version of yourself means everything that is yours, is his and vice versa. Walker and I would do everything together; he played baseball so I did too, not softball. That would be ridiculous! He wrestled, so I...
