By Fernanda Santos

"She's at work on a memoir"

On the courage it takes to embrace ourselves as works in progress

Jun 5 • 

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December 2024

November 2024

Writing is a form of emancipation.

On the stories that cut the chains that bind us and reveal the clear skies ahead

Nov 18, 2024 • 

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October 2024

Embracing the label, defying the stereotype

Returning from a break to talk about my definition of "Latina" and "American"

Oct 16, 2024 • 

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May 2024

It took eight months

On the power of patience and focused perseverance.

May 3, 2024 • 

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April 2024

I had to tell her I love her

Say it often, say it loudly.

Apr 19, 2024 • 

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Take and give

On the discomfort and rewards of asking for help

Apr 12, 2024 • 

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March 2024

Surrender is absolutely an option

On the rewards of putting yourself first

Mar 27, 2024 • 

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February 2024

The curse of being "impressive"

All adjectives are subjective.

Feb 20, 2024 • 

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Stretched in all directions

On the elasticity required to get the job done.

Feb 5, 2024 • 

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January 2024

Turning memories into stories

Tips and reflections about my solo surf trip and the story that followed.

Jan 24, 2024 • 

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Grateful for you

A heartfelt note of thanks to you, paid subscriber

Jan 18, 2024 • 

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