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Sticks and Stones and Firebombs

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

Update: Ft. Worth police have arrested a suspect, and so far, reports seem to suggest both that he is very likely the person responsible and that he suffers from terrible mental health issues. I’m relieved both that he is in … Continue reading →

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The Not Wearin’ O’ The Green

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

Last night, I started to walk out my front door, but realized I was not wearing green. I paused, wondering about the likelihood of being pinched. Returning to my room, I grabbed a necklace with green sea glass, but it … Continue reading →

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The Church of My Uterus

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

That’s it. I’m starting a church. A religion, even. And I’m going to incorporate it. It has become crystal clear that the only way I can exercise my right to control my own health, sexuality, and bodily integrity—my very right … Continue reading →

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Women Are Not Distractions

Posted on February 11, 2012 by

Komen continues to miss the point. Nancy Brinker sent an email to supporters: Dear Friends and Family of Susan G. Komen, The events of the last week over our funding decisions have been extremely challenging for all of us. Most … Continue reading →

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What About Komen in Houston?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, as they style themselves, does not fund our local PP affiliate, Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast. I wondered if the local Komen group would try to distance themselves from the national’s … Continue reading →

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