“Isn’t this your golden rule? If it’s hard to take in this form, perhaps it’s time you consider why.

What are your wishes for Palestinians? Clean water, air, food, and rest? Safety from state violence? Grief support? Trauma-informed care? … (1/2)

“I wish for you what you wish for trans kids. Hopefully that means healthcare access, accurate medical information, supportive mentors, spiritual community, family belonging, safe housing, inclusive sports, safe bathrooms, learning their history, … (1/2)

“I’m wishing immigrants have basic safety, clear information, due process, a calm drive to work, relaxation, fair housing, affordable dinner, delicious desserts, laughter, respect, paid projects, access to education and healthcare, spiritual support, welcoming community … (1/2)

My friend @michaelcopperman.bsky.social’s wife Mashal’s Afghan family—including kids as young as 3 years old—urgently needs help escaping danger & covering basic costs of living (food, medicine, etc.). Please donate if you can & help spread the word 💛

GoFundMe link: gofund.me/aa47f892

What a delight to see my short story “[SILENCE]” in print—and in the same @westtradereview.bsky.social issue as my friend @meldoly.bsky.social & so many other talented writers! (Here’s one of two poems they published by Melody, and they’re both amazing) 💛

Just got these beauties in the mail today, written by my very talented friend Crystal Odelle. 1 to read & 3 to gift—let me know if you or someone in your life needs one! You can also order copies from Gold Line Press ✨

THIS, from Kiese Laymon ❤️‍🔥

Happy snow day & happy love day, from Cricket Sue & Zoey Day 💗