Lean on Me
Yesterday, I took my dear surrogate parents to Muir Woods for a hike among the redwoods. They were visiting from Detroit, and this was their one requested activity, so we made it happen.
Candice Fortman
Through engaging essays, personal stories, and thought-provoking analyses, Candice seeks to offer a perspective on how we handle both the internal and external world while trying to stay above water.
Wade in the Water
I took a friend to see Alvin Ailey this weekend. It was their first time experiencing the company, and I hoped they’d find the magic in Ailey that I’ve found over
Brighter Days
This weekend, I had to travel to Philly for a speaking engagement. On my flight back to the West Coast, the airline asked volunteers to give up their seats because the flight was
Orange Moon
There’s an orange tree outside my bedroom window.
I moved to California from Michigan in August 2024 for a one-year fellowship. When I signed the lease for my apartment, I had
Like A Ship (Without A Sail)
“So, what’s next?” is a question I find myself being asked a lot these days. It usually comes from well-meaning people who genuinely want the best for me—which, unfortunately, doesn’