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“In Berkeley, California is no sense of the "white way being the right way." Parents also come in every variety - mixed race marriages, gay partners, divorced moms. We all love our children and want to do right by them, and that's what matters most.”

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Julia Scheeres

Julia Scheeres (b. 1967) is an American journalist and author known for her investigative reporting and memoir writing. Her 2005 memoir "Jesus Land," which chronicles her childhood experiences at a reform school in the Dominican Republic, received widespread critical acclaim. Scheeres has contributed to major publications including The New York Times and The Washington Post, focusing on marginalized communities and social justice issues. Her work is recognized for its literary quality and powerful social commentary. more

“I only wish my brother David had survived to experience Berkeley as well. No one would flinch here if we were to walk down the street together, whereas in Indiana we were constantly met with hostility. I don't believe in heaven, but this is about as close to heaven on earth as I imagine getting.”

Believe Earth Together Heaven Wish Imagine Brother My Brother Hostility Berkeley

Author:Julia Scheeres

“I wasn't a very outgoing child. I read a lot of books and the characters in each of the books became like imaginary friends - I immersed myself in the different worlds. I always hated finishing books that I really loved for that reason.”

World Children Book Different Reason Character Hated Imaginary Outgoing Imaginary Friend

Author:A Fine Frenzy

“Do you remember A Wrinkle in Time? It's a good one example. I think the character's name is Meg. I just remember she was a very logical, intelligent, advanced girl. I wouldn't say that I felt like that was who I was, but I wanted to be around her; I wanted to be like her. She had an understanding of science and was incredibly curious - an interesting, complex young girl.”

Thinking Remember Girl Understanding Interesting Intelligent Curious Logical

Author:A Fine Frenzy

“I was in a commercial when I was three. My godfather was a director and a producer of commercials. He took me in along with his kids and I couldn't remember my lines. I giggled my way through the commercial and they kept it.”

Kids Remember Producers My Way

Author:A Fine Frenzy