"Telling our stories is a crucial part of understanding our experiences. These stories become a staple of who we are and what we're perceived to be. The places we’ve been, the people we have been there with, and the things we’ve seen keep us relevant. I’ve always tried my best to keep our stories as authentic as my time here allowed. I hope to continue to shine a light on our stories because it enriches the people we are and helps us to be in control of the narratives we inhabit. We are nothing without the stories WE tell."