Category: Bugs and boundaries
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Feeling like Samantha Baker
When your 48th birthday falls on Easter Sunday, it’s hard not to feel a little like Samantha Baker in Sixteen Candles. A candid reflection on sharing a birthday with major holidays, staying mindful of the present, and the guarded optimism of a great first date.
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preemptive strike
A look back at the high-stakes world of early post-separation dating. From late-night microbreweries to rushing into early intensity, an archival entry about seeking validation—and how drastically perspectives change with time.
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Counterstrike
Navigating custody disputes, unwritten separation agreements, and ex-spouse friction during the early days of divorce. A candid look back at standing firm, demanding clear boundaries, and refusing to let anger dictate the narrative.