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Esther

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Kissing Another Girl and Getting Drunk: My First Rebellion

What’s God to a woman’s love anyway?

Jan 4

This is a black-and-white photograph depicting two people running hand-in-hand along a sidewalk near a wrought-iron fence. Behind them is a building with large arched windows and graffiti covering the wall. One person has short hair and is wearing a sweater, cropped trousers, and loafers. The other person, with longer hair, is wearing a long coat and sneakers. They seem happy.

Jan 4

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I Chose Love Over Heaven.

— And I’d do it a thousand times again. (a poem)

Jan 3

Two women sitting closely in an intimate embrace, gazing into each other’s eyes, evoking tenderness and vulnerability in a bathtub in a dimly lit bathroom.

Jan 3

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When I Realized I Wasn’t Straight — and Why It Took So Long

Reflecting on the lost years of hiding from myself and others.

Dec 31, 2024

This image shows two individuals walking through a grassy park, holding opposite ends of a large, vibrant rainbow pride flag. The person on the left is wearing light-colored pants and a floral top, while the person on the right is in jeans and a light sweater. The flag flows behind them, catching the sunlight filtering through the trees in the background.

Dec 31, 2024

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New Writers Welcome

I’m New on Medium — and These are Things That Scare Me.

What if my writing isn’t enough to break through the noise?

Jan 13

A person with short dark hair is sitting thoughtfully in a cozy room, wearing a vibrant gradient-colored blazer. They are working on a vintage typewriter, appearing deeply focused. The room features a bookshelf filled with books, a lamp with a patterned shade, and floral wallpaper, creating a warm and creative ambiance.

Jan 13

Dreading Christmas: My Queer Reality in a Religious Household

Every packed bag and every prayer hides a truth I can’t risk revealing.

Dec 22, 2024

An image showing a rustic wooden cabinet with carved details on its doors. Hanging on the cabinet is a natural-looking evergreen wreath made of lush, green foliage, giving a festive or seasonal feel. The wood of the cabinet has a warm brown tone, and two metallic tassel-like ornaments with gold accents hang from the bottom of the wreath.

Dec 22, 2024