I think my very white grandmother was actually a black woman on the inside. I only relate to the hair because I did dance and gymnastics, nothing like having your hair pulled so tight you're forced to smile or have your hair ripped.
My brother has multiple disabilities, developmentally he never aged past 6 months old. He doesn't speak and doesn't walk. He's completely reliant on our care for him. He's made me a much less selfish person, thinking about others needs before my own. He's now 22 years old and I'm…Â
"You need to pop out some kids and get a husband. That'll straighten you out." Bleh. Comments from both men and women about my size, I weigh 105lbs, I must have an eating disorder, or "pet names" based on my size (string bean, bean pole, giraffe) I don't walk around calling you tubby,…Â
I went to a place that was "one size fits all" and like 60% of what I tried on was too small. I wear a size 0-2, those clothes were made for children, but I still felt shitty that my ass wouldn't fit.
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