My dear friend, Heidi Brooks, had a stroke this week at age 26. Since I met Brooks, she has become family away from family. Although I am older, I look up to her.
I admire Brooks' confidence, awareness, compassion, and accountability. I respect the unapologetically feminist, millennial, YA afficionado, "friend connect," beautiful force that is HCB. (HCB is yet another nickname.) She is an independent, intelligent, civically engaged, passionate young woman.
Heidi has a Bachelors of English and looks forward to starting a Masters of Library Science program soon. She has worked with youth for years and currently serves as a Volunteer Coordinator for a nonprofit organization. She is determined to make a positive impact, and you can bet your ass that she will.
She loves Harry Styles and Taylor Swift. She introduced me to the magic that is Janelle Monáe. (I am forever indebted.) Heidi is a sister and dog lover. She has the best nickname for her mom. Her lingo is completely original and catchy "AF." She is one of the sweetest, most genuine people I know.
We want Heidi to focus on recovery, and this fundraiser is to help her along her journey. Nothing is too small. If you can donate, please do. Thank you.
https://www.gofundme.com/allies-of-heidi
