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Keeping myself in the story

November 13, 2022November 15, 2022 Ami W

Everything I write is about me. My choices around what stories to study and share are informed by my connection to them. Yes, everything is interconnected. I embrace that truth, while exploring the specifics which expose my position in systems … Continue reading Keeping myself in the story

History, Montford & Stumptown, Stories2 Comments

Numbers vs. narratives

June 6, 2022July 3, 2022 Ami W

The onset of the pandemic and quarantine in 2020 inspired a deeper awareness of my relationship with my neighborhood, leading me to extensively research its history.  On the land of the Anigiduwagi (Cherokee) is Asheville’s census tracts 2 and 3, … Continue reading Numbers vs. narratives

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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, Montford & Stumptown, Stories

Montford & Stumptown Stories

February 20, 2022June 26, 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

History, Stories4 Comments

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, 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, 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

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