My Mom Speaks Six Languages

My Mom Speaks Six Languages

How do you describe your mother? My mother is a special and intelligent woman. There is no need to gas her up because it’s the truth. She is a quick learner, and she learns by hearing. She can cook, clean, she is supportive and guides you, even when you don’t ask....
Am I “Real” Nigerian because I Can’t Speak Yoruba?

Am I “Real” Nigerian because I Can’t Speak Yoruba?

Speaking the native language of either your father or mother or both, if possible, is fantastic. I get so excited when my father and I converse in Yoruba (especially when I need to yab someone lol). I think it’s funny how people think they know soooo much about me....
IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S YOUR ENVIRONMENT

IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Iowa is located in the Midwest area of the country. Grinnell, a city even more secluded and rarely mentioned, lacks the kind of diversity and inconsistent weather that I was used to. At Grinnell, there is a small population of Black and students of color. I include...
Why”I’m Fine” Is Not Valid in 2020

Why”I’m Fine” Is Not Valid in 2020

Dear "How Are You?", How am I supposed to answer that? What kind of response should I give you? I can’t even begin to tell you how many times a day I get asked, “How are you?”—and to be honest, I’m tired of answering. Let’s be real with ourselves: you're not going to...