The author explores personal feelings of anger and numbness in response to societal issues, emphasizing the importance of activism and emotional engagement.
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The author reflects on the oppressive heat and shares insights inspired by Junji Ito's work, particularly a comic about person-shaped holes. They discuss adapting to uncomfortable conditions, introduce new slang, and highlight thr...
4.7Doing Time
2025-11-14 • art new york city personal development jail conditions law
The author reflects on their recent experience in jail, describing the physical discomfort and emotional insights gained during the five hours spent there. They discuss the blurred lines between law enforcement and citizens, empha...
The author reflects on the recent ICE arrest of a man near their home, expressing feelings of helplessness and frustration over the situation. They discuss community efforts to resist such actions, including participation in a loc...
The author reflects on the current socio-political climate, particularly the impact of ICE raids on the community and the cancellation of local events due to fear of deportation. They draw parallels between their own experiences a...
The author recounts a visit to Meramec Caverns in Missouri during the 4th of July weekend, highlighting the cave's cool temperature and historical significance, including its use by Jesse James and during the Civil War. The narrat...
The author reflects on the Netflix mini-series 'Wayward,' which portrays a boarding school for troubled teens, and shares personal thoughts on the societal fears surrounding teenagers. They express concern about their daughter's i...
4.4Number Sense
2026-03-06 • art aging personal history film math
A personal narrative on the challenges of math, aging anxieties, and reflections on art and film experiences, highlighting the author's unique voice and perspective.
4.4The Giving Tree
2025-12-15 • reflection parenting gift holiday cultural criticism
The author grapples with the emotional complexities of gift-giving for her daughter amidst holiday pressures, reflecting on personal experiences and cultural influences.
The author reflects on the experience of nurturing a single apple, which symbolizes life's unpredictability and the inevitability of decay. Despite careful attention, the apple developed a blemish, leading to a realization about t...
The author reflects on the bittersweet experience of her daughter Michaela growing up and leaving behind childhood items. She describes the emotional process of sorting through these items, the significance of preserving memories,...
4Yesterday Today
2025-11-21 • travel mushrooms miami cultural criticism literary fiction
The author reflects on a whirlwind year, contrasting experiences in Miami and Chicago, and shares observations about the cultural charm of Miami, particularly at the Vizcaya museum. The post also discusses the animated series 'Com...
The author reflects on their daughter's fascination with reality TV shows centered around female entertainers, particularly focusing on 'Pop Star Academy: Katseye,' a show about a girl band formed through auditions. The author cri...
3.7JOY
2026-02-13 • joy personal development seasonal literary fiction
The author shares personal reflections on joy, literature, and seasonal changes, highlighting Elizabeth McCracken's book and the uplifting experience of the Super Bowl halftime show.
The post explores the nostalgia of e-learning during Covid, the power of imagination in children, and shares light-hearted updates on animals and cooking.
3.7Bloodshed
2026-01-09 • parenting art poetry cultural criticism fungi
Finding solace in poetry, the author shares personal experiences with a collection of poems while exploring cultural themes and the joy of reading aloud.
The author shares their experience of foraging, highlighting the joy and utility of collecting natural items like acorns and pokeberries. They discuss the process of making ink from acorn caps and dye from pokeberries, reflecting ...
The author reflects on learning Procreate for digital art while commemorating the 250th anniversary of 'Common Sense' by Thomas Paine, inviting reader interaction.
A light-hearted New Year's message encourages readers to start the year positively while sharing a favorite commercial and inviting ongoing engagement.
0Asparagus P.
2025-05-23 • fall season morning routine woolf global issues mycelium
The author describes their morning routine and thoughts, including their concerns about global issues and personal problems. They also reflect on the end of asparagus season and share some positive experiences from the week.
0White Smoke
2025-05-09 • chicago gardening mother's day andor pope john paul ii
The text discusses the new Pope from Chicago, the pride of being from the same city as the Pope, and the sinking of Chicago. It also mentions the author's activities and a comic called 'Cat Person.'
The author reflects on the news of Virginia Giuffre's death, who was a victim of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's sex trafficking ring. The author feels sorry for her and ponders on her tragic life story.