When Someone Shares Their Bad News
When someone tells you about a painful experience, follow their lead in the conversation.
My Experience with Ketamine (Spravato)
Esketamine is the variant of ketamine used to treat depression.
The Heart of Squid Game: Remember How Easy Making Friends Used to Be?
This is why Season 2 isn’t as good.
Ready or Not to Die
Sometimes I feel ready.
Stop with the Joy
Joy doesn’t feel welcoming. Listening to our pain would be.
Cold Civil War
It’s a new Cold War, but this time it’s just us.
What Do You Do During the Christmas Season?
My hope lies in friendship.
Body Grief
Acceptance comes after grieving.
Seeking BIPOC Chicagoans Who Like Horror
Looking for the scary Chicagoans of color
Working from Home Doesn’t Mean Being Alone, But It Does for Me
I work hard to find/build community, but I haven’t found it through my job.
It’s the 20th Anniversary of Chicana on the Edge!
This blog started on June 17, 2004. What do you think?
We Don’t All Do Family
Childhood taught me family can be a dangerous place