Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerCherish…There have been a million things in my life to cherish.Jan 21Jan 21
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerViridityThe last conversation they’d had revolved around nuclear fission, but she couldn’t tell you why. Only that, this subject intrigued her…Nov 14, 2023Nov 14, 2023
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerSynchronicityShe had every reason to crumble into dust. Her bones long petrified, flesh leathered by heartbreak, betrayal, fury, burning rage. But…Nov 14, 2023Nov 14, 2023
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerThe Apathy of RepeatI’ve been looking for a job since October and I’m exhausted. Every day it feels the same. Wake up, scroll job boards, tailor cover letters…Jan 23, 2023Jan 23, 2023
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerJust do something…Content Warning: This story includes references to sexual assault, abuse, transphobia and homophobia.Dec 22, 2022Dec 22, 2022
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerShould People be Punished for their “Sins?”An incarcerated friend of mine called me recently to vent about a conversation with their loved one. The LO was livid with his activism and…Dec 10, 2022Dec 10, 2022
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerPrison Power PuppetsI used to tell my students I never wanted them to see me in the front office, where I met with prison staff. At first, I was pretty good…Dec 9, 2022Dec 9, 2022
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerFear Is…Hope Is…I’ve been struggling lately after leaving my job two months ago, which I actually loved immensely. But our irreconcilable differences…Dec 1, 2022Dec 1, 2022
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerSelf-Seeking, SelfMy counselor asked me yesterday if I believed self-advocacy and selflessness could coexist. All the evangelical brainwashing over the years…Nov 3, 2022Nov 3, 2022
Deanna Evans, Writer, Educator, World TravelerIncentive Wage for Incarcerated Field Ministers NCThe North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS) offers several “technical and behavioral job training” programs for incarcerated…Nov 1, 2022Nov 1, 2022