Baes + Babies
Romance of all kinds, heartbreak, first love, motherhood, fatherhood, pets
-
Behind the pretense and embarrassment
Eyes squinting, eyebrows frowning, and lips curling in disgust. I do not long for love. Too blatant. Too embarrassing. A…
Read More » -
We have forgotten kindness
The self-care accounts on TikTok and Instagram have said it all—we should put ourselves first. In the last weeks, I…
Read More » -
The consequences of caring
They were in the hollow ceiling, shifting and shifting against the plywood, squeaking incessantly. Manay Jo and I looked up…
Read More » -
Like the movies
A digital cleanup is inevitable as a twentysomething student during a summer break. Click. Delete. Empty. The cycle continues. Yet,…
Read More » -
Uncertainty
On my way home from work one night, I took the FX as always. I was the only passenger.
Read More » -
Woman 101
Let’s admit it: if there is one thing that every girl experienced growing up, no matter who or where they’re…
Read More » -
The trans dilemma
Whenever I want to pee in public restrooms, I get chased down by security guards. For trans people, getting kicked…
Read More » -
I might die alone
“I’m 27 years old. I’ve no money and no prospects. I’m already a burden to my parents. And I’m frightened.”…
Read More »