We are no longer in a world where people can be defined by one or two syllables. We are increasingly more unique

and more complex humans. This is the beauty of America, and it should be shared and acknowledged.

Growing up in a multicultural household with a Filipino mother and German-Irish father, Alexandria "Lexi" Lutz has always been fascinated by the complexities of her identity. Despite a happy childhood and supportive parents, she often felt like an outsider while living in an environment where most people identified with one race.

In light of recent social and political movements surrounding race and identity, Lexi was inspired to write about being multiracial and racially ambiguous in America, as well as the identity crisis that comes with it.

All Mixed Up delves into the complexities of navigating different cultural identities and the importance of belonging in today's society, empowering multiracial individuals to find beauty in their ambiguity.