It was never truly mi I wrote the following piece to express the way I've been feeling lately, and have often felt at various points during my life in regards to my physical body. As I've previously written on this blog, I've struggled in the past from disordered eating and obesity. I can remember from … Continue reading Bodies
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Not Just Fat
All my life, there was an awareness that I wasn't as good as other people because of my weight. If I could just lose enough weight, maybe I could trick other people into believing I was as good as them. But I could never quite lose the weight. Sometimes I got close. But not close enough. And so I had to settle...
Skinsuit Season
I awake exhausted From a languid night And the long day that threatens Eyes too blurry from the past To focus on today Absentmindedly, I lotion Skin that stretches to accommodate My sins My moods My memories The heat is unbearable But I wear this blanket of shame to keep me in To keep you … Continue reading Skinsuit Season
A Walk Along The River
My husband and I took a walk along a local wooded trail on Saturday. A windstorm earlier in the week had stripped most of the fading autumn leaves from the branches, giving us an almost unencumbered view of the river. I love walking alongside the river, particularly the portions where the water seems to rush … Continue reading A Walk Along The River
National Coming Out Day
I'm a little late posting this, but I'd like to wish everyone a Happy Coming Out Day! Whether you've been out and proud for a long time, or are still quiet and hesitant, or maybe aren't ready to tell a soul... it's your choice. This day is still a day for you. How you come … Continue reading National Coming Out Day
All I Have to Say 