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my own oppression

May 9, 2022May 9, 2022 Ami W

Recently I was returned to a felt sense of my own oppression.  Through intentional choices and good fortune, I’ve finally been able to shape my life so the majority of my interactions are with people I trust. Connecting with an … Continue reading my own oppression

History, Stories

Montford & Stumptown Stories

February 20, 2022February 24, 2022 Ami W

When I last wrote, it was wonderings on water. Today, I am examining earth; specifically the patch of soil upon which I live. The rooted love I feel here.  My spirit holds so many stories of this place, stories I’ve … Continue reading Montford & Stumptown Stories

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Sinkhole revelations

January 9, 2022January 10, 2022 Ami W

My mind keeps drifting to the big sinkhole on the corner of Montford Ave and E. Waneta.  As I understand it, water has long flowed through that area. My heart throbs in a particular way as I picture the spot … Continue reading Sinkhole revelations

History, Stories

Grief and gratitude

November 28, 2021November 28, 2021 Ami W

This year I’ve spent a lot of time walking around my neighborhood crying. The more I research the history of the place where I live, the more pain and loss I uncover. Processing that pain has become a central part … Continue reading Grief and gratitude

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Remembrance, remembrance, remembrance

October 26, 2021February 20, 2022 Ami W

Gratitude to those who are organizing these essential opportunities for remembrance. They are critical to creating a community where such violence and exploitation is impossible. Buncombe Community Remembrance Project Markers Installation “In order to move forward, we have to confront … Continue reading Remembrance, remembrance, remembrance

Action, Arts, Media, Stories

Nourish Hope

August 29, 2021 Ami W

Friends, as I’ve mentioned, I’ve been using my personal writing time for a long-term project, and have not had space to write for this site. In lieu of an essay, here are two recently released treasures to fortify your heart, … Continue reading Nourish Hope

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Reflections and a request for responses

May 13, 2019 Ami W

Today I pause to reflect on these writings. As I hope my readers ascertain, my purpose is to use my voice to contribute to collective liberation. My essays often analyze how systems of oppression operate, while illuminating the work of … Continue reading Reflections and a request for responses

Action, Arts, Equity, Stories

Culture Cultivators

November 29, 2018 Ami W

Asheville has long been known as a cultural and creative hot spot, or “vortex,” as you will. This is certainly an aspect of our city I celebrate. I am currently half way through writing four articles for the Mountain Xpress … Continue reading Culture Cultivators

Arts, Stories
Female body hair is a prickly subject.

More Time for the Revolution

June 5, 2018October 31, 2018 Ami W

I started shaving my legs in sixth grade, after an impassioned campaign begging my mom to let me. Other girls my age had shaved, smooth, hairless legs, and I desperately wanted to be like them. Images on T.V. and in … Continue reading More Time for the Revolution

Action, Arts, Stories
Intersectional perspectives with Angélica Wind, executive director of Our VOICE.

Community Media

January 23, 2018February 1, 2018 Ami W

Who shapes our collective narrative and how? Today I’m fired up about the positive potential of community media. According to Wikipedia, “Community media is any form of media that is created and controlled by a community, either a geographic community or a community of identity or interest. Community media is … Continue reading Community Media

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