Oh, Oakland.

Twenty-two-year-old female living in Oakland. Basically an old cat lady, sans fifty years and, well.. cats. This is tumblog will showcase the many reasons I love this city, and also the MANY ways it never fails to kick the crap out of me. Sigh.

jean9ne:

motherjones:

Hallmark not working for ya? The folks over at the Strong Families initiative put together some beautiful Mother’s Day ecards that celebrate all types of mothers and families.

From the site: “Mother’s Day was originally founded as an antiwar rallying cry. A day to celebrate mothers is much more than a day for flowers and pancakes. It’s a time to focus together on what we want and need so all families can thrive. Share the love!”

http://mamasday.org/

I am so proud to be working directly with this initiative.

jean9ne:

Beautiful, inclusive Mama’s Day cards. Check out the site and customize one for a mama in your life! 18 gorgeous pieces of art to choose from.

www.mamasday.org

Outside my office yesterday. Photo taken by Shanelle Matthews.  View high resolution

Outside my office yesterday. Photo taken by Shanelle Matthews. 

Chase ATMs were smashed this morning in downtown Oakland. Finding myself emotional because of all the unrest here. View high resolution

Chase ATMs were smashed this morning in downtown Oakland. Finding myself emotional because of all the unrest here.

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Sign-spinner at Occupy Oakland

jean9ne:

See you there!

I work on Broadway right across the street from Frank Ogawa Plaza. Can’t wait to see folks gather before I’m off today. View high resolution

jean9ne:

See you there!

I work on Broadway right across the street from Frank Ogawa Plaza. Can’t wait to see folks gather before I’m off today.

When you’re running to catch the bus that’s coming up behind you and people start to audibly root for you. And when you do catch said bus, they slow clap for you. Oh, Oakland.

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