By now you probably know I’m a big fan of Adventure Time. That mathematical joy is of course thanks to my partner in crime and heart—Alessandra, the Princess Bubblegum to my Marceline! For many years, being an openly queer educator, inside and outside the classroom, was simply not an option. But now I’m standing on the groundwork of those brave souls who came before me, and I acknowledge how flippin’ fortunate I am today. If sharing these bits of my life can do even a fraction of what others before me have done, I’m happy to share my story.
So here’s some (queer) joy I’d like to pass along. Every March 14, us geeky folk celebrate Pi Day. It is a day to celebrate the mathematical constant pi (π) and to eat lots of pie—apple pie anyone? Now, every March 14 for me comes with twice the pie—I mean, twice the fun! It’s a day that celebrates the blend of pie and math… and it’s also Ale’s cake day! This year marked a very special birthday for Ale. In the spirit of sharing our stories, here are some of her thoughts.
“When bad things happen, I know you want to believe they are a joke, but sometimes life is scary and dark. That is why we must find the light.” - BMO
This simple wisdom from BMO, short for “Be MOre” (phonetically “Beemo”), has stayed with me, especially during the last months of 2024. I was so depressed that for a little while, I found little to no purpose or meaning in the things I was doing. My ADHD brain wanted so badly to prove itself useful, but that’s no simple task when you haven’t processed all the emotions that put you there in the first place.
I’m still here. How about you? How are you? How’s life going? No need to answer—I’m just happy you’re here reading my bulletin. I appreciate you and hope this little corner of cyberspace brings you something to smile about. ✨
When I started writing the first issue of the Bean-Sized Bulletin, I just wanted a tiny space in cyberspace to share a bit of myself, what I do, and all the things I love.
I enjoy all sorts of things, so you could think of this as a peek into my mind and heart. Thank you for being here and for reading a piece of my world. I appreciate you.
Whenever I read the news, I can’t ignore the problems or get past the injustice happening around me. It’s hard and, at times, all-consuming. Still, I wouldn’t change it. Care and vulnerability are my fundamentals and why I do what I do.
I hope your fundamentals keep you grounded and mindful as you focus on the you of today.
As always, thank you for being here! I hope this curated bulletin inspires your day. ✨
Hi, I’ve been way for a while due to life stuff, work and you know… a pandemic. But we’re back with the Bean-Sized Bulletin! 🥳
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From our tiny corner in cyberspace, we celebrate you and all of your awesomeness! ⭐
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Have you felt joy today? If you’re stuck or having a hard time in the world, I hope this bulletin brings a smile to your face and serves as a reminder that your joy matters. 💛
