I am still alive and well. I made the decision to end my Hunger Strike after ~27 days and returned to Texas on 12/19/2025.
I do not regret protesting, but the method I chose was beyond reckless and made those who cared about me worried sick.
My efforts didn’t produce any concrete change or gather widespread attention, because I didn’t go through the effort to spread awareness or contact anyone who could help me beforehand.
If I was truly serious about making a change I would have been dedicated to carrying out my mission strategically, not desperately hoping that putting my life on the line was enough. It’s not.
My #EndTheException protest is not a priority for many, so it will take time and patience to get my message across. Making people care won’t happen with me starving to death. There is no shortcut to real positive change.
I have to be here to make it happen. It starts with me and my community, then some cities. Then the state. Then other states and then DC.
I used to tell myself I only live once. The truth is I live everyday. It’s up to me to live life to the fullest so when that last day comes, I can think back on the days I was given and smile.
I feel like a new person. This life is supposed to be a beautiful adventure and I’m the one who gets to decide what happens next. Thank you to everyone who helped me. Happy Holidays!