The Bigoted and Fascinating Memories of My Family Tree

Debbie Walker
Nov 1 · 6 min read

My tree has evolved, though, to include the colors of fall.

Growing up in my family, bigotry was loud and considered a normal part of life. However, I never adhered to this mentality even as a child. I cringed when my mother expressed her disdain about her father and his Native-American heritage. I listened to her stories about my grandfather while entertained by my…

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