Then, all of my job leads went very quiet. Coronavirus had spooked the job market into hiding. And, pragmatic as I am--and as a survivor of unemployment during the last recession--I saw the writing on the wall.
We truly are a village. We got each other’s backs through thick and thin. I think the amount of outreach groups and programs being created all over social media and various charities certainly prove that. In the end, the show will go on and we will get there together.
Allen Ryde from Aurora Clothiers by Allengale pauses Princess Parties to produce face masks based on a design promoted by Deaconess Hospital. He has modified … Continue Reading Head Seamstress/Designer at Aurora Clothiers by Allengale Livestreams DIY Mask Pattern from Deaconess Hospital
Four weeks ago, I was laid off after a nine-year tenure, a sparkling annual review, and a 14% raise. “I’m offended for you,” an interviewer … Continue Reading Moonlight & Magnolias & Coronavirus
I approached last weekend in a mood. Another death occurred in the family, someone for whom I have much love and respect, and with whom … Continue Reading South Street Santa Muerte
Blood red The veins threading this plane A film of dirt slides off in cool water The stem bleeds in a subtle drip Splotching stainless steel They suggested gloves, I remember A magenta fingerprint Greens sigh in the air, waiting The oven chimes when the root is ready
A suicide pact leaves bodies in the hallway. Mend the amendment.
In these final hours, I find myself binge-eating cheese and eggs. I’m even drinking an IPA that has been in my fridge since Irish Mike left his residuals a year ago. Because, I think to myself, fuck it. I’m going vegan for a month. Except, after two years successfully on keto—and having lost sixty pounds—I’m terrified of … Continue Reading Digital Diary – Vegan Keto, The Beginning
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