Tag: self-expression
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She Got Her First Tattoo at 65. Now She Has 17 and Feels Seen
First Ink, Lasting Impact When Sandee Althouse walked into a Silver Lake gift shop at 65, she wasn’t chasing a trend or a rebellion. She was seeking something quieter and more lasting: a way to feel seen in a world that often catalogs people by numbers rather than stories. Her first tattoo wasn’t about rebellion;…
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At 65, She Got Her First Tattoo: A Bold Step Toward Being Seen
One Bold Step, Countless Revelations When Sandee Althouse walked into a Silver Lake gift shop, she carried more than a shopping list. She carried decades of quiet observation, a life lived with careful restraint, and a sense that something in her story was asking to be seen in a more personal way. At 65, Sandee…
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65-Year-Old Tattoo: Sandee’s 17 Ink Stories
From a Quiet Moment to a Bold Statement Sandee Althouse didn’t set out to rewrite her story in ink. At 65, she walked into a Silver Lake gift shop in a simple, almost austere black dress, carrying herself with a discipline that suggested years of achievement. Yet underneath that composed exterior lay a restless urge…
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Writing about Oneself in Detention: A Transformative Journey
Introduction In the poignant documentary “Ecrire sur soi en prison,” Khaled Miloudi, a former robber turned poet, invites inmates at the Maison d’arrêt de Chambéry to explore their emotions through writing. Over six months, Miloudi and teacher Marie-Pierre Valcke guide participants through transformative workshops that delve into themes of anger, responsibility, and love. This article…
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Writing About Oneself in Detention: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Introduction to Writing Workshops in Detention In a poignant documentary titled “Ecrire sur soi en prison,” we witness the transformative power of writing for inmates. Led by Khaled Miloudi, a former robber turned poet, and Marie-Pierre Valcke, a dedicated educator, these workshops in the Maison d’arrêt de Chambéry provide a safe space for self-expression. The…