The Marks Humans Leave are too Often Scars: My Thoughts on the Fault in Our Stars

Synopsis:  Sixteen year old Hazel Grace Lancaster is diagnosed with stage 4 Thyroid cancer with metastasis forming in her lungs. Her mother forces her to attend a support group for children living with cancer. At the support group, Hazel meets Augustus Waters who lost a leg to osteosarcoma and is in remission. Augustus invites Hazel … Continue reading The Marks Humans Leave are too Often Scars: My Thoughts on the Fault in Our Stars

Are Yah a Slave: My Thoughts on Twelve Years a Slave

Synopsis: 12 Years a Slave is a historical drama based off the true story of Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York who was kidnapped, transported down South, and sold into slavery. Facing both cruelty and unexpected kindness, Solomon struggles to retain both his dignity and his hope. After twelve years, a chance … Continue reading Are Yah a Slave: My Thoughts on Twelve Years a Slave