Vacation Day 2

Egads! I completely missed a handful of pictures from yesterday – namely, the beginning of our trip which began at Coco’s Doughnuts. So, here’s a glimpse at Day 2, where we sped through the Redwoods, and then realized our catastrophic mistake –...

Vacation Day 1

Well, the anticipated three week vacation was crushed with the reality of plane ticket prices. Sadly, the “cheap” tickets are only available when we (or I) cannot (or am not willing to) go. So, we improvised. Here’s a (few) snapshot(s) of day...

Assumptions Left Unchallenged

I’m feeling awkward writing this. But I want this to be acknowledged as the other part of the race card. So, bear with me as I reiterate a recent event. She accused him of being a racist and raising racists. I know these people. They are raising their children...
The Journey (Partially) Explained

The Journey (Partially) Explained

I like to think. A lot. I like to just sit and pontificate about the ways of the world, and I get an idea, ping it out to my close family and friends to test how it tracks with their reality. I also like to think about my place in the world, which so often feels...
Race in America

Race in America

I started this post a few days ago. And, I sat on it. But, on the heals of President Obama’s remarks, it seems àpropos to admit an uncomfortable thing. Hello, my name is Michelle Lasley, and I am a racist. I first became aware of my tendency to judge people by...