For as long as I've been alive, The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has been my second home. I was born there, receive my braces from their partner organizations, attended hundreds of physical and occupational therapy appointments, and been treated by the best team of physicians anyone could ever ask for. And, now, I'm… Continue reading I’m a Blazer!
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February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline: Week 2 Statistics
Week 2 is done! I'll add $1.02 to the total at the end of the month. As a reminder, I'm pledging $0.01 for every 0.01 mi over 1 mile each day this month. Mon, Feb 9: 2,394 steps for 1.08 mi ($0.08)Tue, Feb 10: 1,807 steps for 0.80 mi ($0.00)Wed, Feb 11: 1,118 steps for… Continue reading February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline: Week 2 Statistics
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February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline: Week 1 Statistics
Week 1 is done! I'll add $1.42 to the total at the end of the month. As a reminder, I'm pledging $0.01 for every 0.01 mi over 1 mile each day this month. Sun, Feb 1: 3,392 steps for 1.50 mi ($0.50)Mon, Feb 2: 2,390 steps for 1.08 mi ($0.08)Tue, Feb 3: 3,456 steps for… Continue reading February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline: Week 1 Statistics
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February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline
Hey, y'all! I've signed up for the 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline because this cause is close to my heart. I want to take action and make an impact. And I would love your help. Whether you donate $5 or $500, every bit counts. I've set my ambitious goal at $100 because I know that… Continue reading February 2026 28-Mile Challenge for Trans Lifeline
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Snapshot: October 2025
Some squares from my life as a UAB transfer in October 2025! Alternative text:A photo collage features eight photos taken by Derek, a white nonbinary person with long brown hair and blue glasses. The background of the collage is dark green, and the title of the collection “October 2025 Squares @ UAB” is centered in… Continue reading Snapshot: October 2025
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Snapshot: September 2025
September's in the books (literally). Here are some snaps from my days on the UAB campus. Alternative text:A photo collage features eight photos taken by Derek, a white nonbinary person with long brown hair and blue glasses. The background of the collage is dark green, and the title of the collection “Strips from September 2025… Continue reading Snapshot: September 2025
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