“Who the hell is this bitch he’s talking to every afternoon at 12 o’clock? And yes, I assumed it was a bitch because why the hell would he be calling a male friend every day at the same damn time?… Read More ›
Reflections
I’m Grateful For My Ex, But No
“You can’t see me because *Joan will think you’re gonna take me away from her. She thinks we gonna get back together.” My ex (“M”) called me yesterday. I wrote about how he had a severe stroke back in August,… Read More ›
We Are All Products — of Time, Circumstances, and History
I am what time, circumstance, history, have made of me, certainly, but I am also, much more than that. So are we all. -James Baldwin So are we all…
What Men Really Want To Know About Women
In two and a half years of sporadic dating, I’ve had lots of conversation and learned plenty about men, and a lot about myself. I decided to share a few common questions I get on dates. Here we go. 1…. Read More ›
Slander
My key witness is speechless Witness to the private persona The insecurities pain tears anxiety The not knowing Losses… Read More ›
Hindsight Is Better Than 20/20
“You had everything. And when I had you, I kept you. I said let’s get married. Let’s go to the justice of the peace. And you said no.” Conversation with my ex, Michael. Somehow, his sincerity made me tear up…. Read More ›
Journal Entry % ₩£×+☆$@@ Dash 1
“Trust the process.” I gave my writing coach the serious side eye (in my head) when she kept repeating that, but the more I write, and the more stories and memories I get down, the closer I get to— [I’ve… Read More ›
What Are You Looking For? —A Lovesong
I like a man who can take charge and be honest with me about what he’s looking for – in a woman, in a potential relationship, etc. I like to know his intentions. Just last night, I asked someone “What… Read More ›
My Female Persuasion 