URGENT: We Have to Move Because of Toxic Mold
I very much do not want to do any of the things required of me right now. I want to just sit in my feelings, and those feelings are full of grief. It…
Chronic Illness is Exhausting Work
My partner and I eat all our meals in bed. We’ve never made space for a dining room because it’s simply impractical for us. There’s a common misconce…
Ryann's Hospitalization and Diagnosis
I haven’t written here on the blog all month because I’ve been dealing with a medical emergency with my partner, Ryann. It has taken almost the entire…
<strong>Are Jinger Duggar Vuolo and Megan Phelps-Roper Free from Fear and Hate?</strong>
CW: This article discusses abuse including sexual abuse, and violence against oppressed groups. There is no graphic detail. “The righteous rise with…
When Conservative Christian Homeschool Parents Isolate their Kids, the Result is Ignorance and Bigotry
In my previous post, I pointed out that homeschool parents are in danger of being subject to the Dunning-Kruger Effect. This follow-up piece is vital…
Homeschooling and the Dunning-Kruger Effect
I was homeschooled from Kindergarten through 12th grade. As someone who was homeschooled, I am limited to my own experience and perceptions. When I st…
Learning About Independence, Interdependence, and Codependence
Content warning: brief mention of suicidal ideation Early on in my life, I memorized the following order of value with the acronym "JOY": J…
<strong>What is this blog about?</strong>
This blog is about myself, but it’s also about the things I care about. Everything matters to me. That doesn’t mean I know everything, though. Far fr…
<strong>Tragedy and Victory</strong>
My most popular writings are about surviving an abusive childhood. I’ve gathered readers from people who are curious, intrigued, or can’t look away fr…