For the past few months, I've been following four Black Altadena families who have been deeply impacted by the recent Eaton Fire. afrolanews.org/2025/04/thre...
Three months later after the Eaton Fire, Black Altadeneans wrestle with “in-between” period
Families who survived the Eaton Fire struggle with financial hardships, mental health issues, and the difficult decision of whether to rebuild or move, all while navigating the racial wealth gap and i...
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If you have a story pitch that would fit Bolts, we would love to hear from you! Our guide lays out the sort of topics and stories we're interested in, and how to get in touch: boltsmag.org/pitch-us/
Please pitch us! - Bolts
If you have a story pitch that would fit Bolts, we would love to hear from you.
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I'm in a new city for my birthday and feeling a bit blue about it. Help me make the day sweet with a love offering of words, art, or that scrumptious foldin paper. Pay Homie: paypal.me/ashalbh Zel le: Wanda@ashalbh.com
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Go to paypal.me/ashalbh and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it's easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.
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I love an aggressive holiday tune. Sleigh bells ring ARE YOU LISTENING
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Hi, my name is Wanda, and I'm a freelance writer (travel, wellness, LGBTQ+), a full-time traveler, and a whole human being. I'd love to connect with folks here ❤️🔥
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I can tell you about some stuff I've done, but to me, what's more interesting is the person I was and the person I'm becoming.
Life is so funny. You're just this silly little person with silly little desires walking through crumbling infrastructure trying to make your dreams come true and come out whole on the other side if the other side exists. I'll let you know if I get there.
We've given names to so many things. I wonder what they call themselves.
Why are people so invested in things looking easy or seeming effortless? Why is it wrong to look like you're trying?
It's always let's co-work and it's never let's co-spiral
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Pack your clutch, hun! We're going international. I wrote about the five safest cities for LGBTQ travelers. #HappyPride bit.ly/3wZa85M
Pack Your Bags! Explore the 5 Safest Cities for LGBTQIA+ Travelers
Being safe while you travel is important. Discover these five cities where you can travel safely as a member of the LGBTQIA community.
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Have you heard of the Black People Will Swim movement? bit.ly/44SOexD
Making a Splash: The Black People Will Swim Initiative Is Helping People Conquer Their Fears
Paulana Lamonier's initiative, Black People Will Swim, smashes the stereotype that Black people don’t swim and empowers Black swimmers.
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Women-led tours is where it's at! Wrote about some places where women are giving tourists the experience of a lifetime for @wetravel.bsky.social. bit.ly/3UYzl9C
Where Women Are Leading: Popular Destinations for Women-Led Tours
Discover the transformational impact of women-led tours in the travel industry and find out some of the most popular destinations for female tour guides.
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Have you heard of the lavender ceiling? Being LGBTQ in the workplace can make it difficult to rise through the ranks. I wrote about five CEO's to inspire your journey. #HappyPride bit.ly/4dy9VH0
Beyond the Lavender Ceiling: LGBTQIA+ CEOs You Should Know
There's only 4 LGBTQIA+ CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. But this representation is only the tip. Here's 5 Black LGBTQIA+ CEOs you should know.
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Healthcare for transgender folks is important. Here are some companies offering benefits. #HappyPride bit.ly/3WITyRU
Gender-Affirming, These 5 Companies Offer Transgender Healthcare Benefits
Companies are expanding their healthcare benefits to include transgender employees. Here are five companies offering gender-affirming care.
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Are you overly anxious about tomorrow? No. I think I'm appropriately anxious.
Regarding Simone's huzband, I think a perspective that's been lost is the "been there, done that." Yall jumped right to bullying, don't want to be wrong, jealous, miserable hatin ass sea cows.
Ryan Reynolds said on Hot Ones, I've always wanted to mouth sex a volcano 😅
I wrote about Vice President Kamala Harris today and here's what I learned about how she views her heritage. 🧵
"After you cast your ballot for president, your vote goes to a statewide tally. In 48 states and Washington, D.C., the winner gets all the electoral votes for that state. Maine and Nebraska assign their electors using a proportional system."
I wrote about Vice President Kamala Harris today and here's what I learned about how she views her heritage. 🧵
Are you overly anxious about tomorrow? No. I think I'm appropriately anxious.
Healthcare for transgender folks is important. Here are some companies offering benefits. #HappyPride bit.ly/3WITyRU
Gender-Affirming, These 5 Companies Offer Transgender Healthcare Benefits
Companies are expanding their healthcare benefits to include transgender employees. Here are five companies offering gender-affirming care.
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