Nunya

May 9, 2024 1 min read

Why does anyone do anything and why is that any of your business? What is it in you that makes you think, believe, or behave in ways that imply that things that you see other people doing, saying, or engaging in is any of your business? What is it in you that makes you feel a strong urge to center yourself in other people’s lives and business as if your observations and opinion are the default, norm, or ideal for everyone?

I think there is a lot of unrealized privilege when it comes to books and reading. Having the time to read, the ability to read, the neuro-ability to consume pages upon pages of text … these are not always available to every person. There are many ways that people can engage with art these days … and many ways that are more accessible to people with specialized needs. It’s very privileged to suggest there is only one way to engage with things or that everyone can have the same experience.

Elaine Barlow - December 17, 2022