A couple years ago, I started seeing a nutritionist. I was tired of being overweight, physically tired of carrying around all the excess skin and burdens that…

It’s like a billion determined ants crawling all over my body. Tiny, insistent, constant tremors in every crevice, including the previously untouched depths of my navel. If…

Mackenzie shared some of her family history with her school today, in celebration of the AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) half of her heritage. The black-and-white photo…

Being a mom is hard. Full stop. Whether you’re a working mom, a stay-at-home mom, or a combination of both, it’s an all-consuming role. You can read…

One of my former students recently gave Mackenzie a beautiful cheongsam. It’s hard to put into words just how deeply this gesture moved me. Being Chinese American…

It can take years to realize how deeply someone has impacted you, and sometimes that realization happens a little too late. One of my favorite classes I’ve…

In the wake of elections, many of us find ourselves trying to address the deep-seated fears these moments can resurface. As a parent, it’s especially painful to…

Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays because, as an introvert who actually likes people, it’s the perfect chance to stay cozy at home while…