What stayed with me most was the tension between who she was taught she was supposed to be and the curiosity and desire that kept pushing against it.
It also hit me differently as a father with an almost 15-year-old daughter who is learning about herself and the world around her. Making sure she feels supported through that process matters greatly to me.
Stunning. Fierce. Beautiful.
Riveting
Public libraries save the day again. Great piece.
Great writing. Clear, vivid, and honest.
What stayed with me most was the tension between who she was taught she was supposed to be and the curiosity and desire that kept pushing against it.
It also hit me differently as a father with an almost 15-year-old daughter who is learning about herself and the world around her. Making sure she feels supported through that process matters greatly to me.
Thank you for sharing this piece.