Brown Ink

Growing Up in the Bronx:

Growing up in the Bronx wasn’t always easy, but it shaped who I am in ways I’m only just beginning to fully understand. To outsiders, the Bronx is often reduced to a handful of headlines—poverty, crime, and broken systems. But for those of us raised within its blocks, bodegas, and busy streets, the Bronx is a place of resilience, community, and untold stories of survival.