Moon in Full isn’t just a story of survival—it’s a story of transformation. It’s about taking the pain of the past and using it to build a better future. It’s about learning that we don’t have to choose between different parts of ourselves—we can be whole. And it’s about recognizing that the most powerful thing we can do in uncertain times is to stand in our truth, tell our stories, and refuse to be erased.

When writing about trauma, self-care is important. My memoir "Moon in Full" took me eight full years to write. Partly because I kept myself busy finishing law school, trying to make ends meet, and engaging in political and community organizing.