I Want You to Know

I want you to know Fanny because I truly believe the world would be a better place if everyone had a Fanny on their team. I owe a huge amount of my career, my confidence, my adventures and my joy to Fanny. She has, without a doubt shaped so much of my adult life and the person I am today.  Fanny is among the most creative, intelligent, and talented human beings I know. She always sees the big pict...

I want you to know Leah because she is one of the best storytellers I know, complete with different voices and impressions. She is the most fantastic mom to sweet little Felix, is a supremely talented cook and baker and provides much-needed reassurance when I try to cook or bake.  Leah welcomed me into her home, family and life at such a pivotal time for me, and I will always be grateful for the s...

I want you to know Marikla because she is incredibly talented and kind. A graphic designer and a fantastic photographer, Marikla creates things of beauty and has a unique talent for bringing out the beauty in others. She also tells a mean ghost story, and I especially appreciate it when she warns me about when the scary parts are coming up. She is empathetic and encouraging and has embraced every...

I want you to know Ashley because ours is one of my longest friendships. Since sixth grade, we've seen each other through hard times, fun times and even a school supplies stealing spree and some food fights. We've grown apart and come back together, and now, no matter how much time has passed when we're laughing or reminiscing, it still feels like we're eleven years old. Ashley is an amazing craft...

I want you to know Taryn because it's honestly just really weird for me when people in my life don't know Taryn. She is my dear friend first, my cousin second, and my earliest memory is the day she was born. She is one of the funniest people I know, and we have the same laugh, which only makes us laugh harder once we really get going. She has the best and highest confidence level and inspires me t...

I want you to know Shayla because she is just truly one of the best friends a gal can have. She checks in on me constantly, is always there to validate my feelings and reminds me that I can do hard things. She exudes kindness on a whole other level, and I like to say that Shayla is my little gift from the universe. After being on the periphery of each other's lives through high school and universi...

I want you to know Alex because she is one of the most delightfully funny people I know. With her quick wit and welcoming energy, we're all convinced that Alex is also living a secret life as an undercover tik-tok star or stand up comedian. She also holds the title in our group of friends of the best creative director, and she'll do whatever it takes to get the best shot and brings us the friendsh...

I want you to know Katie because she has gifted me with one of my most consistent friendships for the last ten plus years. Through school, jobs, moves and pet adoptions, Katie has been at my side. She is never afraid to call me on my bullshit, but she also often reminds me when I'm being too hard on myself. Her intelligence is always impressive, sometimes intimidating but never makes me feel less-...

I want you to know KB because she is truly just one of the coolest people I know. She has inspired me to rethink so many ideas I held about myself and the world and I love the way she lives her life through a lens of curiosity and with the courage to try new things and go new places. She validates all my many emotions whenever I ask her to and is happy to step in as my hype person when I can't gat...

I want you to know Aly because she is impossibly funny, caring, and the only person I willingly pass the aux cord to while I'm driving. Aly has an incredible ability of making everyone in her vicinity feel welcome, included and special. Her encouragement makes me feel like I can take on any challenge or moment of discomfort, especially when it feels like it's me against the world, or worse me agai...

I want you to know Rachel because she is beyond kind, empathetic, and is always encouraging. She makes me feel like I can do anything and is one of the best receivers of any vent session I throw her way. I know I can count on her to be by my side during any hard days and cheer with me on the good ones. She shares a sense of unmatched calm and understanding with those lucky enough to know her and c...

One of my true obsessions, I want you to know Ash DeLa Cruz Yip, because they have taught me so much about the things that have made my life better - including but not limited to setting boundaries, celebrating and prioritizing love, and community care. Ash is a genuine inspiration and I have never left their company and not felt more joyful and at ease. They are often my moral compass and a beaut...

I want you to know...Shania Chand. One of the most beautiful beings, inside and out, I want you to know Shania because she has been one of my primary examples of what it means to see and value another person exactly as they are. Shania has a special ability to make sure every person in her presence not only feels welcomed but celebrated, not only included but elevated. It's a truly powerful qualit...

I want you to know Kels because she has had such an immense impact on my life, who I am, and how I show up in the world. Incredibly poised, diplomatic, kind, and graceful, Kels has always shown me opportunities to grow and do better for others and, at the same time, be kinder to myself. She teaches through example, always honest and remarkably generous with her vulnerability and time. I know that,...