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Allison Braun's avatar

Privilege is a deep and complex space. My story is very similar to yours.

I do however feel that even have been born into a white family, in Canada was my 1st Privilege. If I place myself in the life of someone of less privilege, I may still have loving parents, or at least one, but my life may not have played out as it has. I may have been a starving child in another country where another color (or being female) is not respected as white folks. In our own country, history teaches us that our Indigenous counterparts weren't even considered people, but savages.

Yup. I do indeed consider my skin color and country when I think of my privilege. Its not my 'fault and I don't apologize for it but I am very aware of that part of it.

I really enjoyed reading your piece Ken. You're an awesome guitar teacher. And having experienced your skill was another privilege.

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Mike Waddell's avatar

And it is my privilege to have you as a friend.

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