“I prayed that our growth would be as strong and determined as the seeds of coconut palms, boldly reaching skyward toward the sun diligently boring deeper into the earth to secure a firm foundation for the beautiful, durable, fruit-bearing trees… — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“In order to survive her tumultuous childhood, Mary created another Fat Mary, a companion and consoler, who took away her hurts, fears, and questions and kept them safe until Mary was older and mature enough to process the abuse and… — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“Discovering dance and its power to heal my soul played a key role in my survival.” — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“I prayed that our growth would be as strong and determined as the seeds of coconut palms, boldly reaching skyward toward the sun diligently… — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“In order to survive her tumultuous childhood, Mary created another Fat Mary, a companion and consoler, who took away her hurts, fears, and questions… — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“To them I was first a Black, then a Black from another country, and then a person.” — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“There is no such thing as immunity from the joy or pain of the past.” — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
“Whenever I felt like that, I would have a chat with my own Fat Mary. She was like the sweet fresh air after the… — Maria Nhambu Copy Share Image
