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one of the good ones - kimberly acosta

In this week's story, teller Kimberly Acosta reflects on the depth of her Mexican-American identity and the way it's evolved throughout her life, both as she's gotten older and as the world around her changes.


A person wearing sunglasses carrying a child in a backpack near a stream, with a name captioned.

the world is waiting for you - madeline bourdenko

In this week's story, teller Madeline Bourdenko recalls the pressure of raising two young children and the trip she took that helped her find herself amongst the chaos.


A person wearing glasses and a floral-patterned outfit, labeled Karla Estela Rivera.

kids like us - karla estela rivera

In this week's story, teller Karla Estela Rivera recalls her experience learning to love her sexuality and the way she built a home for her child that would make their own experience open, loving, and joyous.


An older woman is smiling, with text overlay reading "Connie Shirakawa."

journey to jerome - connie shirakawa

In this week's story, teller Connie Shirakawa recalls her experience on a pilgrimage to the former internment camp site where her parents met and the community she found among the generations of Japanese Americans she traveled with.


A woman with light hair, wearing hoop earrings and a red shirt, is partly visible. The name "Dana Black" is displayed.

my nana, my mom’s mom, my best friend - dana black

In this week's story, teller Dana Black looks back on her relationship with her grandmother, celebrating the little traditions they found together and how she honored her loss.


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