03/06/2026
Today marks the beginning of my final year in a decade that has taught me so much about life, death, mental health, relationships, music, photography, and myself. You can guess which decade in the comments (lol).
I am grateful to God and my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, for covering me before I was even born; to my family for always being there for me; and to my friends for truly seeing me. I am grateful to artists and musicians for reminding me that we are all connected, to stop holding on to everything so tightly, and to let go.
I have witnessed death. Someone I only have memories of loving was there one day, in a completely different condition the next day, and gone the day after that. I refuse to let myself take a single day for granted, and I check myself when I fall back into the habit.
I have felt the crushing weight of racism, hate, rejection, othering, and nearly debilitating pain. With the help of everyone I mentioned above, I was able to find reasons to continue, persevere, and heal. Resilience carries a fair amount of weight, but I am learning to balance it. I am choosing to move forward with joy, gratitude, faith, curiosity, and discernment.
In My Tracks continues to show me what I can and cannot accept about myself and others. I am excited to return with a new season when the time is right. For now, please enjoy the two seasons that are available everywhere you listen to podcasts.
Music is meant to be shared, so please share your favorite episode(s) with your concert buddies. We all enjoy being thought of from time to time.
Take care of yourself and others,
Jada Burt
P.S. Writing this reminded me that I have things to say, so if you’re interested in reading more words on a page, please send me a message.
