Tomorrow is a national day of action to #StopAsianHate. Feeling helpless and wondering how you can support your Asian American friends and family? Check on them. The vicarious trauma of…
How You Can Help #StopAsianHate
Grieving as an Asian Adoptee
“You may feel like your children are protected from this or perhaps have never experienced any form of racism or discrimination (that’s awesome, and I *hope* it continues). But you…
“Asians are really hot right now”
To those who are beginning to see – for the first time – the violence against Asian women highlighted in the news, I need you to understand that none of…
Home Office Tour
Today’s post is a tour of my home office. But the room is so much more than that. It is a haven. My oasis, this tapestry of broken dreams woven…
Remember to Celebrate: Rellery Jewelry
Thank you to Rellery for gifting these special jewelry pieces. All opinions are my own.
While cleaning out inserts from last year’s planner, my page of future goals resurfaced. I’d tucked them away behind my weekly calendar spreads, avoiding discouragement from the lack of items…
Southlake Carroll ISD: Pass The Cultural Competency Action Plan
My prepared remarks for the Southlake Carroll ISD school board meeting tonight: I won’t waste my brief time sharing all of the painful memories I experienced as a young person…
Like Riding a Bike
“Life is like riding a bicycle. In order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein I did something a little crazy this weekend. A friend knew…
Weekend Retreat: Miraval Austin Resort & Spa
Less than a three hour drive from Dallas, Miraval Austin is unlike any hotel or resort I’ve experienced before— an all-inclusive wellness oasis with farm-to-table food, scenic vistas, and unlimited…
Staycation at Texican Court
It’s back to reality after a weekend staycation at Texican Court. Checking into the boutique hotel felt being transported to some amalgamation of Palm Springs, Marfa, and Mexico City, except…
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Back to the Basics
Early access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale began today, and it feels especially strange this time around. Beyond the obvious turmoil happening in our country (and the world), I’m reminded…