Audra M. King

Audra M. King
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Trauma Parenting

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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

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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

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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)

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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...