Articles

June 3, 2021
The Battle Sigh of the Old Mom
In my early 20s, I nearly married my boyfriend. We lived on Martha’s Vineyard and I pictured us raising five children there.

May 27, 2021
The Shit We Don’t Talk About
The second-biggest risk group for eating disorders after adolescents is people in menopaus

May 21, 2021
Making Peace With My Lower-Back Tattoo
Sometimes I forget about it entirely, but the re-emergence of low-rise pants and the upcoming summer season reminds me of my decision, years ago, to get a lower-back tattoo.

May 14, 2021
My One-Piece, Myself
Every year, the warming weather reminds us that we have bodies and will soon be called upon to display them.

May 7, 2021
The Only Mother’s Day Gift I Want
I feel truly conflicted about Mother’s Day. I do enjoy flowers and cards, but attaching the word “mother” or “mom” to something is like tying a bowling ball to it; such is the weight of the baggage and social pressure that comes along for the ride.

April 30, 2021
You’re Not Young Anymore. It’s Fine.
Earlier this year, the internet was gripped by a fauxtroversy that pitted Gen-Z TikTokers against skinny jean-wearing, side part-having millennials.
