biracial – hypheNation

Being Unapologetically Ashkenazi

Originally posted on JN Magazine:
Being a Jew who has skin shaded past the color described as olive–but is not Ethiopian–is a unique identity to occupy in American Jewish spaces. Identifying as Black or biracial means that there’s more to me than Ashkenazi. Now re-read that sentence. “More to me”. There’s more to Judaism overall…

Getting to the Elm (a preview)

More spirit than body, the dead leaves barely crinkled under the weight of her mocassined feet, and the rain drops fell more through her than onto her outstretched arms. A small tan rabbit peeked up from its burrow, perking up a single ear to find the source of the steady hum of her melodious voice.Continue reading “Getting to the Elm (a preview)”

all we do is pin

When biracial Buzzfeeder Rachel W. Miller decided to live by the “Most Popular Pins” page for a week, this was her experience: http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelwmiller/all-we-do-is-pin It’s interesting how not only does she find the ability to comment on the way it makes women overall feel somewhat incompetent, but as a biracial (although lighter, and straighter-haired) working woman,Continue reading “all we do is pin”

Only Empathy Can Solve This. Can You Find Yours?

This civil rights lawyer sort of put my thoughts into words way better than I could’ve. It’s really true. Maybe some people are getting facts wrong. Maybe some people are saying facts don’t matter. But the point is this; sometimes facts and labels make for great talking points. They make for great ways for peopleContinue reading “Only Empathy Can Solve This. Can You Find Yours?”

I’m a White Parent. My Kids are Black. Am I Alone?

Short answer, you aren’t. With permission, I’m sharing the feelings of a woman well versed in navigating the complex issues of being a part of an interracial family. She’s educated, active, and great at applying that knowledge in raising her daughter. Everyone feels lost on this one. Please post your feelings, reactions, and suggestions inContinue reading “I’m a White Parent. My Kids are Black. Am I Alone?”