Miyo’s Tsubuyaki
I may be quiet, but my mind is a chatter box.
Don’t Be A Hero Of Your Own Story
The other day, a storyteller took the stage and delivered a wonderful performance—compelling arc, flawless delivery, the whole package. The room loved it… but…
Living in Limbo ~ Visa Roulette
So much has happened this year, it feels like I can’t even catch my breath. This month, my biggest supporter—my partner—left the U.S. It hurts. When I told people…
If America Deports You, Canada Will Import You
The last chapter just closed for my dear friend, Willa. I had been looking forward to celebrating her 100th birthday, but she was just a few months shy of turning 99. She was one of the first foreigners…
The Good, the Bad, and the Hilarious
Some of you already know, I co-produce a variety show called ESL Comedy, where immigrant and immigrant’s kids bring stories and laughs to the stage. But it’s more than just a lineup…
From ‘Get Rid of Immigrants’ to ‘Tell Me More’
The other night’s dinner conversation was… interesting, to say the least. My friend had invited his family and close friends to celebrate his one-year wedding anniversary…
When Culture Became a Slur
My friend told me about her favorite YouTube video. It’s one of those where you watch someone else play a video game. She said it was so funny she nearly leaked joy through her jeans…
Authenticity Is Trending—But Are We Just Faking Realness?
The other day, I was watching my friend’s friend do stand-up—someone I’ve met once, just enough to nod knowingly when their name comes up. He was funny! But also… surprising…
Safe, Until You’re Not
In one of my stories, I talk about how fragile life in America feels to me. One small misstep—one forgotten form, one misunderstood answer—and the music stops. There’s no safety net…
Finding Magic in the Ordinary: My Moth Experience
If you’ve ever been to one of my storytelling shows, you know I don’t dabble in tragedy. No life-altering disasters, no near-death experiences—just glimpses of regular days, with tiny incidents…