Audra M. King
Trauma Parenting
So – I don’t mean to sound ungrateful, because I recognize that the journey that my wife and I took to become parents was convoluted and emotionally trying at times. But man…momming is HARD! ...
I’m Not The Nanny: One Story of a Black Mama Raising White Kids
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day, but to my kids – it was just another day of learning and growing in their skin. It’s almost always unpleasant – but I’m still grateful and consider myself...
Fat Girl Running: My Love Letter to Jazzercise
I am a fat girl. And it’s okay. Like mid 90s Ani said, “I ain't no damsel in distress/and I don't need to be rescued.”
I got here all by myself, by leading a fairly...
Getting Around the Iowa City Area (Without A Car)
As a native of Philadelphia, I’m very comfortable navigating life via public transportation. However, if you are used to living in an area where having a car is a necessity (or preference), transitioning to...