Love this like - “I am thankful to have the choice of movement, but I’ll never be able to overlook the compromises that this part of the world asks me to make.” Beautiful.
Your work is really a form of resistance. In ways historically we could not move as freely, here you are, a Black woman hopscotching across the seas our ancestors chose to drown in because they were forced to move.
Ir also resonates the feeling of our parents or family looks at us as selfish when we operate in way they were never able too. Such a beautiful read thank you!
'In ways historically we could not move as freely, here you are, a Black woman hopscotching across the sees our ancestors chose to drown in because they were forced to move.' wow I really hadn't even considered it in this language. thanks so much for these beautiful perspectives on my work
This is a such a timeless read, the one where you read it and gain something new each time. It left my speechless for words but oh something stirred up inside my body.
This was a beautiful read. Thank you for your words and perspective. I’m considering traveling/moving around and it gave me some things to think about.
Beautiful. So glad that this reached you. Take care on your journeys and I would love to even discuss more about nomadism/movement if ever you feel to share❤️
This is a well organized piece. When I read your writing I feel like I am floating on a lazy river - there’s no rush in the unfolding and I can truly enjoy the ride and scenery. (This is a compliment, I hope it is received as such 😂😅)
I don’t know Black British history so you’ve sent me on a deep dive of the Windrush generation.
Lastly, as someone who is also all about moving around the globe, I find the self-determination that comes with stepping into the unknown and coming out the otherside wiser, more confident, more clear -unburnt, is truly addictive. Thank you for the read, Amara.
I actually would love to share this link from the Black Cultural Archives (BCA) in Brixton - (Brixton is to London what Harlem is to NY I believe) - https://blackculturalarchives.org/learning
This is a Black telling of the narrative that should offer a real introduction. I believe you're Caribbean too so I am also referencing dub poet Linton Kwesi Johnson whose poetry retells what it was like too be a young Caribbean/immigrant in London. His poetry is available on spoken on YT and also in book form. Enjoyyyy
UNBURNT! girl you really described it. It's the joy of finding myself all the way over here, well, thriving, full, safe in my aliveness that makes me want to keep trusting myself to go further. Showing others that it is very possible for us. When you dig into the history of the Windrush Generation you're in for a treat. There is a rich history of Caribbean settlement in the UK, not all of it is pleasant but it's full and it's still going so you'll have loads to enjoy.
Also absolutely, a slow, sweet river water story??? I take it as the highest compliment. THANK YOU
“We offered eye contact in case no one had looked at us with kindness that day, nodded and crossed roads, and made ourselves late for the sake of an introduction. These are friendships that start from the principle that you have ended up somewhere your family is not.” This is one of the most beautiful things about a nomadic life.
I’m very glad Marc Typo pointed me here. I look forward to more of this gorgeous writing.
I'm so grateful for your comment and that you've arrived here! Thankful that Marc was the one to connect us too. Glad that you resonate with this about the beauty of a nomadic life!!
This is beautifully expressed and wholeheartedly received...I often travel (currently in Costa Rica for a month), and to echo Marc, "the feeling of our parents or family looking at us as selfish when we operate in ways they were never able to"...rings so true because although we are cared for and supported by slogans like "live your best life"..."work on our craft"...it hits differently for those who have their own shoulda, coulda, woulda regrets. Thank you for sharing Amara.
100% agree, I hope we can all intentionally feel entitled to being as we wish too in our world. I appreciate your time and connection with this piece. I hope you're having a beautiful time in Costa Rica too.
This is so beautiful and resonates deeply with me, also a Black nomad, currently living in Costa Rica. I’m so grateful to have accidentally stumbled upon this piece. Now on my way to read more of your work!
This makes me so happyy!!! And heyyyy, so glad to connect with another Black woman writer from the grey isles. Looking forward to reading more of you work! May you honour your choosing, may it inspire others✨
Love this like - “I am thankful to have the choice of movement, but I’ll never be able to overlook the compromises that this part of the world asks me to make.” Beautiful.
Your work is really a form of resistance. In ways historically we could not move as freely, here you are, a Black woman hopscotching across the seas our ancestors chose to drown in because they were forced to move.
Ir also resonates the feeling of our parents or family looks at us as selfish when we operate in way they were never able too. Such a beautiful read thank you!
'In ways historically we could not move as freely, here you are, a Black woman hopscotching across the sees our ancestors chose to drown in because they were forced to move.' wow I really hadn't even considered it in this language. thanks so much for these beautiful perspectives on my work
This helped my finally find the words to reccommed your stack! (without the typos of course lol).
I'm so grateful, thanks so much for the kind words, for appreciating my work and recommending it. With or without typos, it's an honor!
This is a such a timeless read, the one where you read it and gain something new each time. It left my speechless for words but oh something stirred up inside my body.
I am so grateful that it spoke to you. It means a lot to know that it has landed and is offering new ideas and ways to see the world <3
This was a beautiful read. Thank you for your words and perspective. I’m considering traveling/moving around and it gave me some things to think about.
Beautiful. So glad that this reached you. Take care on your journeys and I would love to even discuss more about nomadism/movement if ever you feel to share❤️
This is a well organized piece. When I read your writing I feel like I am floating on a lazy river - there’s no rush in the unfolding and I can truly enjoy the ride and scenery. (This is a compliment, I hope it is received as such 😂😅)
I don’t know Black British history so you’ve sent me on a deep dive of the Windrush generation.
Lastly, as someone who is also all about moving around the globe, I find the self-determination that comes with stepping into the unknown and coming out the otherside wiser, more confident, more clear -unburnt, is truly addictive. Thank you for the read, Amara.
I actually would love to share this link from the Black Cultural Archives (BCA) in Brixton - (Brixton is to London what Harlem is to NY I believe) - https://blackculturalarchives.org/learning
This is a Black telling of the narrative that should offer a real introduction. I believe you're Caribbean too so I am also referencing dub poet Linton Kwesi Johnson whose poetry retells what it was like too be a young Caribbean/immigrant in London. His poetry is available on spoken on YT and also in book form. Enjoyyyy
Ohhhhhh can’t wait to dive in. And yup my parents are Trinidadian!
UNBURNT! girl you really described it. It's the joy of finding myself all the way over here, well, thriving, full, safe in my aliveness that makes me want to keep trusting myself to go further. Showing others that it is very possible for us. When you dig into the history of the Windrush Generation you're in for a treat. There is a rich history of Caribbean settlement in the UK, not all of it is pleasant but it's full and it's still going so you'll have loads to enjoy.
Also absolutely, a slow, sweet river water story??? I take it as the highest compliment. THANK YOU
“We offered eye contact in case no one had looked at us with kindness that day, nodded and crossed roads, and made ourselves late for the sake of an introduction. These are friendships that start from the principle that you have ended up somewhere your family is not.” This is one of the most beautiful things about a nomadic life.
I’m very glad Marc Typo pointed me here. I look forward to more of this gorgeous writing.
I'm so grateful for your comment and that you've arrived here! Thankful that Marc was the one to connect us too. Glad that you resonate with this about the beauty of a nomadic life!!
thank you for writing & sharing this 🤎
I appreciate you for reading and commenting!
This is beautifully expressed and wholeheartedly received...I often travel (currently in Costa Rica for a month), and to echo Marc, "the feeling of our parents or family looking at us as selfish when we operate in ways they were never able to"...rings so true because although we are cared for and supported by slogans like "live your best life"..."work on our craft"...it hits differently for those who have their own shoulda, coulda, woulda regrets. Thank you for sharing Amara.
100% agree, I hope we can all intentionally feel entitled to being as we wish too in our world. I appreciate your time and connection with this piece. I hope you're having a beautiful time in Costa Rica too.
This is 🔥!!
appreciate you reading!
This is so beautiful and resonates deeply with me, also a Black nomad, currently living in Costa Rica. I’m so grateful to have accidentally stumbled upon this piece. Now on my way to read more of your work!
thank you!! I appreciate the love and I'm so grateful that you've made space to read and sit with my words
This makes me so happyy!!! And heyyyy, so glad to connect with another Black woman writer from the grey isles. Looking forward to reading more of you work! May you honour your choosing, may it inspire others✨