Kelly Roche’s mom has always disapproved of her for spending time in the sun. She continues to do it on purpose to prove a point.
Kelly Roche is pictured with her mother, who used to scold Roche for spending time in the sun. (Kelly Roche)
This First Person column is the experience of Kelly Roche who lives in the Toronto area. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ.
The browner my skin gets, the more I love myself — despite being told otherwise.
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My mom has always chided me for spending time outdoors in the