Tag: personal essays
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What I’m Relieved to Leave Behind From This Year
This year asked a lot. More than I was prepared for, more than I would have volunteered for, and definitely more than I would recommend to others. As the calendar turns, I’m not interested in a grand reinvention or a dramatic “new year, new me” announcement. I don’t have the energy and I don’t think…
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Hello Kitty Rib Tattoo: My First Tattoo (Yes, It Was on My Ribs)
Why I Decided to Get a Tattoo I went to Hello Kitty Con and they were doing free flash tattoos. I’m a huge Hello Kitty fan, which is obvious considering I attended Hello Kitty Con 2014 in Koreatown, Los Angeles. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to get one. It was a first-come, first-served situation, and I…
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Saying Goodbye to My Pekingese: In-Home Euthanasia Experience
The Most Stable Male Relationship of My Life: My Dog Jax I wanted to wait until I was “ready” to talk about Mr. Jax, but I’ve realized I’ll never truly be ready. Eighteen years of love is hard to condense into words. Still, I’d rather share my experience now than never share it at all.…