In the last few weeks of 2023, I geeked out over the Tony Award–winning lead actor of Dear Evan Hansen Ben Platt—the first queer artist who struck me as inspiring. During the two-week holiday break, I had "For Forever", "Waving Through the Window", and "Words Fail" playing on repeat on my devices. Ben hits the... Continue Reading →
I sit at my writing desk now, pondering generosity in writing. Recently, my time's been tight with work, and I noticed that my head's becoming difficult to set right for writing. I struggle. Specifically, it takes me innumerable deep breaths, several walks to the water dispenser, and looking nowhere and around before I can dive... Continue Reading →
You, woman, remember. Three things. One, you are beautiful. You might see flaws in the mirror, but none of those define your beauty. What matters isn't those that fade and change. It's about who you are and what you make people feel. Two, you are worthy. Your worth is more than glinting silver and bars... Continue Reading →
Elaine Marie Factor 