As a white Woman from the South, I cannot begin to understand what it feels like to be a Minority, a member of the LGBTQ Community, a Muslim, or an Immigrant.. The hurdles and setbacks that these groups face are often times immeasurable... I cannot ever know firsthand how these setbacks and hurdles feel.. But, what I do know, is how it feels to love these people, and hurt for them. I know what it feels like to hear members of my own family use racial slurs, and impose stereot

Trying to find a balance between the intense vibes of the City, and the constant desire to flee it all and run away to the Forest, is a tricky thing. My Soul craves nature, trees, and a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of L.A., but day to day responsibilities prevent that. I continually find myself in a push and pull between what my Soul wants, and what my logical self needs. Some days I feel a strong desire to pack it all in, load as much stuff as I can fit in my