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Lacy, oh Lacy
Growing up, I had this deep sense of self-loathing. Mostly because I couldn’t accept who I am. It wasn’t always like this. I don’t think I came into the world self-conscious of my curly hair, darker skin, and perhaps strange features that originated from a mix of my parents. I don’t remember the moment this…
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Get Together
Looking back on the years 2017-2019, a period etched in my memory, I devoted every spare moment to bringing people together. As a fervent advocate for organizations like Code First: Girls (CFG), Major League Hacking Hackathons, and MedTech Sheffield, I wore their swag proudly, ready to passionately pitch the reasons for getting involved. Yet, what…
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The summer that I lost myself
I always found it surprising that after the breakdown of a long-term relationship, I felt OK. Don’t get me wrong, though, it did hurt. Even today, I remember the good days and pondering what could have been. Considering my sensitivity and emotional levels, I was still surprised by my calm reaction. Friends theorised that it…