I've been trying to sort out how to talk about why this is such an important thing for me to do - why it feels more like coming home than any other charity event I've ever done. And I feel like I can't without telling part of someone else's story. I hope he'll forgive me. (and no, I won't confirm or deny who it is, it's his story, not mine – though some of you from high school will know, or guess – I would ask you to not name names as again, it’s not my story)
Random Mutterings from an Artist
I moved to NYC to pursue my dream of being a director in theatre. I am a storyteller with a way with words, and this blog is a place for me to tell stories. Some of this is already written, some is random mutterings from my brain. Most will be about theatre, some about life in NYC, but all of it will come from my heart.
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Baby Reesa Accepts the Challenge
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
275 Cycle for the Cause Creator Challange
HI all! Long time no post!
I have some exciting things to talk to you about. (Also, incoming wall of text, but I’m SO EXCITED I want everyone to know everything!)
As many of you know, I’ve felt pretty creatively stifled for a little while, and wasn’t sure how exactly to fix it – ESP during Covid. AND THEN! I had an incredibly cool opportunity fall in my lap. What is that – you ask? (Don’t worry, it’s not an MLM)
It’s the 275 Creator Challenge as part of the Cycle for the Cause – the North East AIDS Ride. (which, like, for those who have known me since high school – does this surprise any of you? I’m pretty sure the first real service work I did was for Aids Foundation Houston many many moons ago)
I'm so excited I don't even know which part to tell you about first! Just kidding, of course I'm going to tell you about my part first - lol.
The 275 Challenge 2021 starts August 29 and ends September 25. And as part of the creator challenge, I get to choose my own challenge (based on the numbers 27.5 or 275),
So – I’m going back to my old school roots. I’m going back to short story writing! I am aiming for 27.5 stories, each around 2750 words. (that half story will be about 1000 words)
And, just for this, I’m reviving my years dead blog so you can follow on my journey – and keep me honest! Don’t forget to check back here for updates and story publishing during the challenge!
How can you help? It’s easy! There’s a donate button here!
For a limited time, I have perks!
Everyone who donates $100 or more gets their own story a full week before it airs on my blog! (Plus you can send me multiple story points you want in your story!)
Everyone who donates $20 of more gets to send me one story point that I will do my best to use (story points include character names, places, plot point, even just a word you want in the story!)
But Reesa – where is this money going to?
I’m so glad you asked. My team is raising money for The Center in NYC.
The Center has been caring for the LGBTQ community since the very beginning of the AIDS crisis in the early 1980s. New York City’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center (aka “The Center”) is a one-of-a-kind organization that empowers community members to lead healthy, successful lives. We proudly celebrate our community’s diversity and advocate for justice and opportunity.
What they do:
- Health and wellness programs
- Arts, entertainment and cultural events
- Parenthood and family support services
- Connection to community and resources
- And so much more!
Not convinced yet? Look at how much good you could do! Every little but helps!
I'll post more as I know more on my social media, on this blog, and on my fundraising page - including the story of why I am doing *this* project and why both the organization we are supporting and the ride itself mean so much to me in the days ahead. Hope you'll come along an join me!
Thursday, November 16, 2017
http://writtenkitten.net/
Ya'll. I didn't know I needed this in my life. And now I have it.
Here's today's 100 words:
My surprise must have shown on my face, because the unicorn calmly looked at me and said "Come on now, you know we exist. What's the big deal here?"
I blinked slowly, twice.
Now, not only was I seeing a unicorn, I was seeing a talking unicorn?!?!?!
I mean, don't get me wrong, I knew they existed, sure. But nothing could have prepared me for the fact they talked!
One day, I was walking to school and I saw a unicorn. It was my first unicorn, and honestly, I was a little surprised, because I thought unicorns only appeared to girls younger than me.
My surprise must have shown on my face, because the unicorn calmly looked at me and said "Come on now, you know we exist. What's the big deal here?"
I blinked slowly, twice.
Now, not only was I seeing a unicorn, I was seeing a talking unicorn?!?!?!
I mean, don't get me wrong, I knew they existed, sure. But nothing could have prepared me for the fact they talked!
Friday, May 12, 2017
Secret Cancer Awareness Nonsense
I have been made aware that it's the time of year when people on social media play some coy tee-hee "just for the laydeez" nonsensical breast cancer "awareness" game. So let me rant out how I feel about this before it gets started:
https://www.pancan.org/
https://www.lls.org/
http://pcrf-kids.org/
So you want to help? Then help. But don't think playing a secret game on fb helps anyone. It doesn't. It doesn't even give anyone any actual info on how to help. Can we please just not?
Know your unemployment rights!
Don't believe me? Here's more info from an HR person.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Wombat Day!
Wombats!
They are the BEST!
Friday, April 28, 2017
Fuel Friday - Earth Week with Activist Alliance
That means oil is everywhere and in everything we do. It’s estimated that, barring new technology, we have enough fossil fuels to support current consumption through 2040. 2040 – that’s 23 years from now.
We have to find more sustainable energy sources. And we have to do it for several reasons.
1) We will run out. And that deadline is coming very soon.
2) What we’re doing is already wreaking environmental havoc in the form of pollution with long term real repercussions in terms of the our health and the planet’s health. (Fun fact: air pollution from the burning and refining of fossil fuels kills 200,000 American a year.)
3) Sustainable energy isn't just better for the environment, it's also better for pocket books and the economy. Currently, there are twice as many jobs in the solar energy field than in coal. And coal is not as economically viable as solar - it costs more money to make less energy. Also, places like Georgetown and Fort Hood have become green cities/bases solely because it is cheaper to be so. Going green can save you money!
4) The United States is losing the sustainability race. Currently, China is the world leader in clean energy, and is poised to be the leader in climate plans as well. (Currently, China holds 3.5 million of the 8.5 million jobs in clean energy worldwide (that's about 41%), The United States holds 769,000 (that's 9%))
Don’t worry though, you can help:
1) As has been mentioned throughout the week – limit plastic intake and use. And recycle what you do use. Plastic is pretty toxic to the environment and every little bit that doesn’t go into our oceans helps here.
2) Find ways to limit fuel consumption – can you commit to riding public transit for at least a day a week? No public transit where you live? Can you commit to car-pooling and having one less car on the road? (And bonus! Public transit and/or car-pooling is cheaper than driving!)
3) Write to your congressman. Lobby for sustainable plans and alternative energy. Ask them what they are doing to help move the country away from fossil fuels.
4) Spend your money in places that have a low carbon footprint and are actively looking for ways to step away from fossil fuels. (Here’s a list: https://environmental-tracking.etindex.com/… )
5) Find a carbon calculator online and find out what your carbon footprint is the largest - is it travel, food, commuting. Make a commitment to shrink that footprint by even 1%. (Here's one: http://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx )
6) Talk about it. Did you know that around 75% of people talk about climate change less than 3 times a year? Make a commitment to make that 6 times a year, or even once a month, for yourself and increase those numbers.
Happy Earth Week with Activists Alliance! Post by Activists Alliance member Reesa Graham.