The Peacock Chair: A Symbol of Filipino Heritage
April Werle April Werle

The Peacock Chair: A Symbol of Filipino Heritage

You’ve probably seen the Peacock Chair in old images of Hollywood, the Black Panther Party, or even under the prestige derriere of Morticia in Addams Family. These images have made the Peacock Chair famous worldwide. But many people don’t know the origin story of the Peacock Chair.

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Are You Filipino Enough If You Are Mixed?
April Werle April Werle

Are You Filipino Enough If You Are Mixed?

If you’ve been asking yourself this question, I hear you.

I grew up in a small Pinay community in Montana, and when I got older and moved away I began having this complex.

Would full Filipinos believe me if I said that I was Filipino? Better to just tell them my mom is Filipino?

Here are my thoughts on 4 common things you might be asking yourself…

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