Juripunek

Photo from  carolinejhingory.com Dear Self Esteem, You and I have been estranged for several years. We used to get along just fine when I was told by my parents that I was beautiful and worthy. You…

Dear Extroverts, Please do not judge me because I choose my words carefully and strategically elect to listen first and speak second. It is not in my DNA to speak freely when there is silence in the…

Dear Harsh Stereotypes, I’m writing this letter to you because I am tired of being labeled by you simply because of the color of my skin.  I grew up in a neighborhood that was heavily populated by in…

I like to hide behind social masks. I use masks in the plural form because it varies depending on my social environment. Call me a chameleon if you will. I tend to cover my identity and blend myse…

Dear Status Quo, I am the lonely girl in the cafeteria.  During my freshman year of high school, it was difficult to make friends.  I was not what you would refer to as a "social butterfly"…