Part 1 🌈 On Fri. May 29th I deleted my social media accounts and made the 3.25 hr drive up to southern Vermont. I had planned to come here the week before, but my car died on me before I left the driveway. . I came to Vermont for a few reasons — a change of scenery, wanting to leave the place I’d been isolated for 2.5 months.. I also wanted to leave because for the past few weeks, I was feeling increasingly depressed. I had seen arguably the worst thing I’d ever seen before — the death of Ahmaud Aubrey. It’s upsetting to replay that moment and I don’t think it ever won’t be. That really shook me. I made a plea on Instagram for people to stop just reposting information and take some action. Some great individuals contributed $575 total which I donated to a cause. . That moved me and I felt better. It was something, and I felt heard. ... #blacklivesmatter #justiceforgeorgefloyd #irunwithahmaud #REDO #recharge Part 2 🌳 Cut to a few days later. News about Breonna Taylor. Days later. That Karen from Central Park making a bogus 911 call, and news about a man killed by a policeman kneeling on his neck. I would not watch the video of George Floyd’s murder, but before even knowing about that incident, I remember posting a hashtag #tiredTiredTIRED, and that’s the last thing I’ve posted, until now. . Since being in Vermont and basically cutting out all news, only engaging in the barest forms of communication with family and some friends, I knew things were escalating. I was getting text messages from people asking if I was okay and I wondered at first, is there some hashtag going around telling people to check in on their minority friends? I remember thinking, wtf is going down? but knew I wasn’t ready yet to re-engage. . And I sit a bit conflicted with that. But it’s okay. Because this isn’t over. ... #blacklivesmatter #justiceforgeorgefloyd #irunwithahmaud #REDO #TorAuNaturel Part 3 ✊🏾🙏🏾💪🏾
It took some time but I started to feel like myself again. The depression was lifting. I called my brother and basically said ... what have I missed. I redownloaded Instagram. I took a scroll through Facebook. I see that the globe is making a stand for justice. This is a human rights issue — and it’s overwhelming. . In a way, I’m content that I ‘missed’ this escalation. I was working on unpacking an already heavy load and to have added more would have just been so hard. . I give shouts to those who have been in this from the beginning, for their entire lives. To those that are in the streets protesting and raising their voices to be heard. I am here and I am with you. Coming out of the woods. ✊🏾✨ ... #blacklivesmatter #justiceforgeorgefloyd #irunwithahmaud #REDO #recharge #reengage
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Very happy to share that I have been working with Thomas Tells A Story on his script for the podcast, The Elandrid! We've been collaborating since August of this year, and you can expect to hear episode 1 in January 2019. What does "Elandrid" mean, exactly? It's a combination of the name "Elandra" and the great epic tale, The Iliad. Elandra is the story's main character, and she is a very bad ass First Arcanist of the United Star Systems Alliance. In a universe where magic rules, there is a struggle for control between over what is thought to be a possible threat, and what actually is one. I especially love this series because Elandra is a woman of color, and I think she is written with great service. In the oral tradition of the ancient Greeks, Thomas Constantine Moore will read each episode in its entirety, setting each up as if told around a campfire on a dark shore of a Mediterranean coast. Follow Thomas Tells A Story on Facebook and Instagram for updates. ~T.
What a pleasure to work with the inspirational minds of Little League!
Thank you to Producer Lizzy Lincoln, Director Noam Shapiro, and Playwright Jack Spagnola for trusting me with your work with the time that we had. This play is simultaneously funny, charming, and moving -- and everyone left the theater with smiles on their faces. It's no wonder you took home the following! 2018 FRIGID FEST AWARDS Sellout Award: Kraine Theatre Hangover Show: Kraine Theatre Best Comedy THEASY AWARDS Theasy Best Bet Theasy Best of Frigid 2018 It was a pleasure to see this show take shape and I look forward to future collaborations. Xx, ~Toro Press Release on Broadwayworld.com Earned Reviews: My Entertainment World: 28 Feb 2018 Psychology Today: 1 March 2018 Theatre is Easy: 4 March 2018 Theatre in the Now: 6 March 2018 5️⃣ New US Cities | 4️⃣ Countries | 3️⃣ Continents | 2️⃣ US Coasts
1️⃣ Year Gone for a New York lady. Happy Celebrating, everyone! Step up to 2018.✨ ~T.
Thanks, Miss Manhattan, for the interview!
Follow Miss Manhattan as she "Hangs Out" with other New Yorkers ~Blogspot, Facebook, Instagram~ When I arrive at the clean, white offices of Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness, Toro Adeyemi greets me in bright red shorts and shoes with a white blouse. Red, I will learn, is her colorāit is also braided through her hair. Itās a fitting color, too, since Toro exudes a confidence most women dream of, walking with a quiet power and grace along the halls of this marketing agency that focuses on promoting consumersā well-being. Soon, Toro swaps her red heels for sneakers, her office attire for workout clothes, as she goes to teach Bodypump. She would love to move to Thailand for a while and get her massage therapy and yoga certification in one go. āThereās more to life than this, you know?ā she says, tapping her foot on the concrete for emphasis.
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BELIEVE ME is an apparel company started by two women who were sick of the normalization of sexual violence. Their designs feature anti-sexual violence and pro-consent messaging in order to empower people and start a dialogue. Part of the profits on their "no means no" hats go directly to The New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault, an organization that works to stamp out sexual violence and provide support and resources for survivors. Part of the profits on their "consent is key" hats go directly to Project Consent, an organization running an amazing campaign to raise awareness about sexual violence and the importance of consent. They hope to one day live in a world where a company like believe me does not need to exist. Until ALL our spaces are free from sexual assault and violence, they will keep on creating empowering apparel. Show your support and purchase a hat for you or a friend! Visit www.believemeofficial.com Gotta love changing society for the better~
~T.
So happy to have Loading Dock Theatre as a new client this Summer and Fall! Loading Dock was formed by playwright/director Leegrid Stevens and actor Erin Treadway. Based in Brooklyn, the primary focus of Loading Dock is to create original plays that explore the extremes in human behavior. They produce emotional, character driven plays with an experimental edge. Check them out at --> www.loadingdocktheatre.org If you're into classic video games and interactive projections -- stay tuned for what's coming up in October! Where my nerds at?? Gotta love the Arts~
~T.
Anyone who has gone grocery shopping, or even picking up a few items from a bodega with me, knows that I always say "No" to single use plastic bags.
Convenience isn't a good enough reason for me to take and toss within a few minutes.. I normally carry a backpack, or have an ECOBAGĀ® nearby. Can you pause before your purchase and consider the environment? That's the first step! ~T.
Uetliburg, Switzerland - The Top of Zurich
Munich, Germany - Freulingfest Montmarte, France - Sacre Couer Holland, Netherlands - Keukenhof 10 days - 4 countries - countless experiences. Travel, dear friends. |
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