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When did you realize you were a quirky black girl?

at 15, when i saw india.arie and realized she was different in a very familiar way.

What does "quirky" mean to you?

refreshingly atypical.

What does "black" mean to you?

deep love. resilient hearts. smooth skin.

What does "girl" mean to you?

sugar, spice, and everything fierce.

What kind of quirky things do you like to do?

i like to sleep in freshly out-of-the-dryer clean laundry

How do you embrace your quirky?

by laughing from the depths of my diaphragm and staying true to self.

What does your ideal quirky black girl world look like?

full of sunshine and happiness.

How did you hear about QBG?

through a series of fortunate events.